Canada is one of the safest countries for travel in 2026 but it's falling in this ranking

Canada has been ranked as one of the safest countries in the world for travellers in 2026. This country used to be the number one safest destination, but it keeps falling down the list. The annual World's Safest Countries ranking from Berkshire...

Judith Collins – Open Letter To The People Of New Zealand

Press Release – New Zealand Government The Government wants settlements, and New Zealanders want certainty that hospitals and schools and other services will operate as normal. Hon Judith Collins KC Minister for the Public Service To the patients,...

New Zealand to re-impose sanctions on Iran

Winston Peters says he encourages Iran to re-engage in negotiations. Photo: RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced New Zealand will re-impose sanctions on Iran in line with the United Nations. The UN Sanctions take...

Brook's ton in vain as NZ edge past England in first ODI

IMAGE: England captain Harry Brook smashed 135 off 101 balls in the opening ODI against New Zealand on Sunday. Photograph: Screengrab New Zealand overcame a blitz from centurion Harry Brook to beat England by four wickets in Mount Maunganui on...

Two NZ destinations feature on global travel hot lists for 2026

A renowned international travel publisher has singled out two New Zealand locations in its global recommendations of where to visit in 2026. In Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2026, the North Island has earned a place among the top places hot list,...

Rassie sounds the alarm: Can Springboks survive France and Ireland?

Johannesburg – South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus has singled out Tests against France and Ireland as the most “challenging” during a five-international tour of Europe in November. The record four-time Rugby World Cup winners arrive in London this...

Mapped: The 2025 Global Peace Index

Ranked: Countries With the Best Reputations in 2025 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Reputation...

Person dies in crash between bus, car in Auckland's Parnell

One person died and another was seriously hurt after a crash involving a car and an electric bus in Auckland's Parnell last night. The head-on crash saw both vehicles catch fire on Tamaki Drive, near Mechanics Bay. Police said as well as the...

New Zealand passport ranked strongest in the Five Eyes, ahead of Australia and the US

Summarised by Centrist New Zealand’s passport has been ranked among the most powerful in the world, giving Kiwis visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 186 destinations. The NZ passport comes out ahead of Australia and Canada, and well above the...

Before Instagram: 10 Iconic ’90s Trips Everyone Bragged About

The decade before social media changed everything forever deserves some serious appreciation. Back when vacations weren’t about capturing the perfect selfie but about experiencing moments that would later become legendary stories told at dinner...

New Zealand’s University of @otago finds that good sleep is the best way of boosting mental wellbeing in young adults

Sleep was shown to have the biggest impact on wellbeing Eating more fruit and vegetables can mitigate the impact of a poor night sleep More than 2,000 people from New Zealand, the UK and the US were involved in the study Job opportunities Early...

New Zealand to embark on old-style tour of South Africa in 2026

New Zealand will visit South Africa for three tests in 2026 with a fourth to be staged on neutral territory in a series dubbed ‘Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry’ that will be a throwback to the old days of multi-fixture tours. New Zealand will also take...

One of Japan's most famous cities has raised its 'tourist tax' by 900%

Kyoto's accommodation fee will jump starting in March 2026, as the city faces a record number of tourists. WASHINGTON — Kyoto, one of Japan's most famous cities, has announced a 900% hike to its "tourist tax," after massive crowds of foreigners...

Society Insider: All Black Damian McKenzie and Georgia O’Sullivan’s Fiji family holiday before baby announcement

“We are both beyond excited to be expecting and are very grateful to be starting a family together,” they said. The news comes less than a month after McKenzie’s older brother, former professional rugby player Marty, welcomed his first child, son...

Major Auckland road closed following bus fire

Fire and Emergency NZ is investigating an incident involving two vehicles in Auckland last night. Times file photo Auckland Transport (AT) says a serious incident occurred last night, October 22, involving a bus on Tāmaki Drive near Mechanics Bay....

Open Letter To People Of New Zealand

To the patients, students and families affected by this week’s planned strike, The Government regrets the impact on you, your children and your families that is expected on Thursday because of a strike planned by a number of unions. We regret even...

Economy shows resilience amid mixed global growth: NRBT update

The economy continues steady recovery as global headwinds weigh, says the National Reserve Bank of Tonga. The National Reserve Bank of Tonga (NRBT) reported in its September 2025 Monthly Economic Update that despite a challenging global backdrop,...

Roberts Gray Architects marries blockwork and charred timber for New Zealand home

Exposed blockwork walls are contrasted by screens of lightweight steel and blackened timber at SKI House in Wānaka, New Zealand, created by local studio Roberts Gray Architects. Overlooking the nearby mountains, the house is designed for the...

New Zealand to embark on old-style tour of SA in 2026

All Blacks captain Scott Barrett is also looking forward to the contest, despite a record 43-10 loss to the Springboks in Wellington this year. “This is a huge rivalry, and one that is founded off mutual respect, but for 80 minutes these are two...

Cricket-New Zealand v England T20 series opener abandoned due to rain

(Reuters) -The opening game of New Zealand's three-match Twenty20 series with England was abandoned due to heavy rain in Christchurch on Saturday with the hosts denied the opportunity to chase down a modest total for victory. Play was called off...