Celebrated New Zealand poet CK Stead marked his 93rd birthday on October 17, 2023, with the release of a poignant poem dedicated to his contemporary, Ann...
A recent High Court decision has resulted in a distribution of $65,000 to the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart (NZ) Trust Board, fulfilling...
A recent court decision has finally honored the wishes of Thomas Cyril Burke, who passed away in 1987, by allocating $65,000 from his estate to the...
Brooke Smith, a talented young writer, has been awarded the prestigious Sargeson Prize for her poignant short story, “Piece of the Furniture.” This recognition comes with...
Incoming mayor of New Plymouth, Max Brough, has announced a significant tribute to his predecessor, the late David Lean, by renaming the district’s mayoral relief fund...
The early nineteenth-century whaling industry in southern New Zealand was marked by significant cooperation between local Māori, particularly the iwi Ngāi Tahu, and European settlers. This...
Piyush Pandey, a pivotal figure in Indian advertising, passed away on March 15, 2025, leaving behind a remarkable legacy that transformed the industry. Known for his...
The North Otago town of Duntroon is celebrating its 150th anniversary this weekend with a series of activities highlighting the community’s history and culture. Organised by...
The Manawatū Secondary Schools Sports Awards celebrated emerging talent on March 14, 2023, at the Palmerston North Conference and Function Centre. Downhill mountain biker Jonty Williamson...
The body of Karen Gilbert-Palmer, a 74-year-old woman from Pahiatua, was discovered in her home on October 15, 2023. Authorities are currently searching for her son,...
