Diving into Obscurity: Murray Grindlay
You may not know his name, but you can whistle his tunes in an instant.
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The Peach, the Flood and the Power Behind Wattie’s
What begins with the peach will not end with the peach. If current trends continue, within a few short years much of New Zealand’s food will no longer be grown here at all, but imported, processed and standardised to meet global shareholders’ demands.
The Kiwi Who Helped China Progress
China’s rise as a global powerhouse is inseparable from the contributions of Rewi Alley, the humble Kiwi whose combination of technical skill, moral conviction and practical engagement helped lay the foundation for a superpower.
John Barnett: The Entrepreneur, Visionary and Patriot
On one level, Barnett – the son of British Jews who migrated before the second world war and settled in Auckland – can be seen as the classic show business entrepreneur. But perhaps more important than that, he was also a patriot who believed in telling New Zealand stories to New Zealanders.
Sex Offenders Should Never Get a Clean Slate
Predator Santa exposes sickening failure in child protection.
Tributes Are Flowing for Piper
The loyal search dog who reunited countless families with their lost dogs.
The Place of Faith, Purpose and Culture in Education Success
Wealth is clearly an advantageous aspect for many of the top performing schools but there are others, including having faith/purpose based foundations.
Police Pursue New DNA Leads in 1980 Case
Forty-five years ago, Alicia O’Reilly was tragically raped and murdered in her Avondale family home.
Famous Church Marks Major Milestone
“Ninety years later, it still serves that same purpose, while welcoming visitors from all around the world,” the reverend said.
Why Renata’s Cookbook Isn’t Just for Students
Nourishment over noodles: why NZ needs a real food culture.
Sarah Takes the Gold Again
“These two girls are amazing athletes and the disc golf world has certainly noticed,” said a spokesperson for New Zealand Disc Golf.
A Call to Action to Support Food Producers
As New Zealanders fill their shopping baskets in the coming months, it’s worth remembering that our food security depends on the resilience of those who produce it. And with a nation to feed, giving up simply isn’t an option.
Hutt Valley Baby Girl Had Nine Fractures
Police investigating the serious injuries caused to a young baby in the Hutt Valley are now in a position to provide further information on the baby girl’s injuries.
NZSAS 70th Anniversary: Honouring Our Warriors
This year marks the 70th anniversary of the New Zealand Special Air Service (NZSAS) a milestone celebrating seven decades of bravery, innovation and unmatched skill.