Machete-wielding man challenged police to shoot him – an officer bravely tackled him

Now Taniora Peri has acknowledged the officer's actions likely saved his life that day.

'There's never been a worse time': Restaurateur laments pressure on hospitality

Broke Boy Taco has been forced to increase the price of its signature birria tacos by $5.

'He's my child, you can't give up': Mum's fight to help son with severe autism

Debbie Curtin and her son have joined a world-first zinc study in Auckland.

US officials release details of deal with Iran, Trump says it's everything they hoped for

Trump has said his deal with Iran achieves all of the objectives the US hoped for.

'Life-shattering' diagnosis: Philanthropist donates $22.7m to cancer research

Charlotte Lockhart has terminal breast cancer but hopes research will buy her more time.

Origin: Blues blown off MCG in a Maroons masterclass

Everyone – save for those clad in blue – left the MCG happy.

Full text of agreement between US and Iran has been released. Here’s what’s in it

Follow live updates about the conflict in the Middle East.

Fares up, routes cut, planes sold: Passengers pay price as fuel crisis engulfs regional airlines

One chief executive says his fuel bill has risen $350,000 in three months.

Veteran World Cup commentator dropped over 'unacceptable' All Whites blunder

Turkish state broadcaster TRT has removed a commentator from its World Cup roster after he mixed up the All Whites and Iran.

Deep job cuts loom for family and sexual violence agency: What has it actually achieved?

It was a bad headline for the Government: deep job cuts in the family and sexual violence sector. But what will the cuts actually do, and has the prevention taskforce made any difference?

Bolters? Sackings? Who will be picked in the All Blacks squad?

Will new All Blacks coach Dave Rennie pick uncapped players such as Anton Segner, Josh Moorby and Xavier Numia when he names his 34-man squad on Monday?

How to turn $25 a week into a $26,000 investment plan

You don’t need a giant lump sum to start investing.

New Hyundai i20 revealed with larger dimensions, SUV-inspired styling

Hyundai has launched a new i20 overseas with a fresh SUV-inspired design and updated tech.

Injury-cursed All White gets World Cup reward with role set to grow

Ryan Thomas’ journey to a FIFA World Cup debut has been far from straightforward.

Private limo on standby for 24 hours part of Shane Jones’ $63k travel bill

Airfares alone cost more than $41,000, turning a $33,000 trip into a $63,000 one, and Shane Jones didn’t seek proper approval until nearly a year later.

Viv Beck avenged: Businesses attempt coup of Heart of the City board

Over a hundred business have petitioned the executive committee claiming “a loss of confidence”.

What does it really cost to employ a Cabinet minister?

Follow one hypothetical Christchurch MP to see how salary, travel and allowances add up for taxpayers.

Infrastructure Commission chairperson takes aim at Tiaki Wai’s water meter roll-out

Raveen Jaduram says there are opportunities for the private sector to play a role in the delivery of water metering, to lower the cost for new water entities.

NZ joins with the US to vote against gig economy worker rights at global ILO meet

Just two countries and a smattering of employer groupings from countries like the Congo and Thailand voted against the world-first convention, agreeing to minimum rights for gig workers.

Economists clash over the price of gold, key to controversial Otago mine’s success

Predictions of an economic boom from Santana’s proposed Central Otago mine were challenged at a Fast-track hearing, with questions over the volatile price of gold.

Coalition split on energy policy widens, minister rejects fears LNG is long-term solution

Energy Minister Simeon Brown insists LNG imports are a “medium-term solution”, after a consultant suggests they would lock NZ into relying on the gas for decades.

First debt, now rates hiked on new Wellington water utility

The increase in water rates for one council is 304% up on what it charged itself, but it appears to be a rating valuation coincidence.

Lush Cosmetics, famous for embracing contentious causes, agitates for Māui dolphins

A campaign to back a ban on bottom trawling of the oceans is one of less controversial causes the UK-based beauty chain has thrown its support behind.

What the Hell Happened at Woofington’s?: New docu-series explores strange tale of doggy daycare

Journalist and director Baz Macdonald looks at the strange history of a Wellington landmark in a new docu-series.

Resistance to arguments for electricity sector reform aren’t making concerns go away

OPINION: The real question is not whether arguments against reform exist, but whether they outweigh the case for change, or simply reflect the interests of those comfortable with the status quo.

Hopes for Christchurch ‘festival of football’ may be dashed by rugby rights to stadium

Time is running out to secure an international pro-league FIFA football match at One NZ Stadium.

Canterbury dad and ‘bloody good bugger’ with stage 4 cancer determined to play 100th club rugby match

Aircraft engineer Blair Colombus, 45, will line up for West Melton on Saturday, before starting 12 months of chemotherapy.

Wilson Parking competitor offered better terms and was more trusted, lawyer says

The head of Wilson Parking NZ was challenged on his views of how Mainland Parking got its start.

What does it really cost to employ a Cabinet minister?

Follow one hypothetical Christchurch MP to see how salary, travel and allowances add up for taxpayers.

Another power bill hike looms for Canterbury families

Orion wants to spend $1.51b upgrading its infrastructure over the next five years - a cost which could fall on households.

Abandoned Christchurch home sells for more than $1m after bidding war

The property sold to a Christchurch local who intends to renovate the home, which has sat empty for more than 10 years.

25-year-old looking to ‘feed the whānau’ unfazed by unlawful hunting charges

After being warned he needed a permit to hunt in a Marlborough forestry block, he returned three more times — each visit captured on security cameras.

‘Inappropriate’ and political ‘overreach’: Medical leaders condemn Simeon Brown’s ‘interference’ with Medical Council

Christchurch doctors Phil and Sue Bagshaw have slammed the Minister of Health’s actions as “inappropriate” and intolerable.

Southland teen placed on curfew after committing vehicle crimes

A Southland teenager who brazenly damaged and took other people’s vehicles may have taken pleasure from his actions, but they will have lasting consequences, a judge has said.

Lush Cosmetics, famous for embracing contentious causes, agitates for Māui dolphins

A campaign to back a ban on bottom trawling of the oceans is one of less controversial causes the UK-based beauty chain has thrown its support behind.

Bin botch sends $700k to the dump

Solar-powered, autonomous Big Belly bins have been discarded by Hauraki District Council, with the failed experiment costing more than $700,000.

Boutiques on Barton: One-way pitch to add parking to city street

Barton St changes under consideration could boost car-parking and transform it into the city’s first ‘destination street’.

Day in the Dock: Disqualified driver faces 14th conviction

And it won’t be the last time Raymond Watts finds himself in court on these charges, his lawyer said.

Pukka Lake Whakamaru development closer as plan change takes effect

Opponents warned of environmental and cultural impacts, but no appeal was filed against the Lake Whakamaru subdivision proposal.

‘Standing up for the little girl inside me’ - brother jailed for abuse

A Waikato man was just 12 years old when he began repeatedly raping and sexually abusing his two younger sisters.

Waipā DC rules out immediate closure of ‘disruptive’ Cambridge depot

Councillors voted to continue using the Arnold St depot until another suitable location was found.

Abusive people climb into rubbish truck, spurring council campaign

After a series of incidents, Waikato District Council is going in to bat for its rubbish collectors.

All Blacks star ruled out for Chiefs, Hurricanes bulk up with departing duo for sold out final

There’s no Wallace Sititi as Jono Gibbes’ men look to end a run of three Super Rugby final defeats, while the hosts recall Devan Flanders for his farewell match.

Woman facing drugs charges in wake of double-fatal pleads not guilty

The woman charged with drug offences in the wake of a fatal crash that killed two American tourists at Piarere has pleaded not guilty and requested a Judge-alone trial.

Hamilton Airport area eyed for major economic hub

The airport, Mystery Creek and surrounds are being touted as ‘one of the most compelling growth opportunities in the Waikato and wider Upper North Island’.

The mysterious online store selling (and maybe stealing) Māori designs

At first glance, Polynesian Pride appears to be proudly Polynesian. Māori designers suspect otherwise.

Why I’ve broken up with Trade Me

It’s been a beautiful relationship, but there’s no denying we’ve drifted apart.

Everything you need to know about HBO Max – and what it means for your favourite shows

All the important details about the upcoming launch of HBO Max in New Zealand.

Jenny Shipley says Waitangi Day has become ‘too political’

The new chair of the Waitangi National Trust says she wants to rethink how politics intersects with the Treaty Grounds.

An honest engine: Kane Williamson’s many defining Black Caps moments

He retires with more runs, more centuries and a higher average than any other New Zealand batsman. But the stats only tell us so much.

‘There really is no book like it’: Sam Brooks’ most memorable reading experience

‘I read it in a day with a couple of wines.’

Review: Celebrity Escape is a confusing puzzle unto itself

If you like watching people’s backs, Three’s new gameshow is the perfect escape for you.

‘Jesus!’ Inside the room where Erica Stanford levelled accusations at Immigration NZ and MBIE

In defence of gossip and its potential to save lives

Gossip can be salacious, yes, but it can also be life-saving.

We finally have a national infrastructure plan – and both sides of the house actually agree on it

We finally have a national infrastructure plan.