Music is not just a hobby for Canterbury’s top high school rock band - the four young performers want to make it their future.

Timaru schools are hitting all the right notes as they prepare to travel south to compete for a spot in New Zealand's largest choral event.

Hopes of a first home grand final in Tactix history all but disappears after fading late in extra-time thriller against Mystics.

REVIEW: Sea shanties may be working songs from another age, carried across oceans by sailors who needed rhythm to haul rope, raise sail, and stave off the boredom of long voyages, but such tunes still have their space in this world.

A proposed quiet change to local water rules removes the need for “excessive use” before council can start tracking household taps.

A homeless man who bit and spat at officers is back behind bars after a judge ruled community-based sentences would have “no effect” on him.

The English captain’s slick header was all that separated the teams in their World Cup warm-up match in Tampa, Florida.

A fire that damaged a four-bay tool shed in Southland is under investigation, but is not believed to be suspicious.

Police said six people were injured and taken to hospital by ambulance, while Wellington Free Ambulance told RNZ four people had minor injuries,

Police are seeking sightings of missing Christchurch woman Valerie Hargrave.

World No 2 Paul Coll has the chance to secure a third title at the prestigious tournament, after continuing his straight-games run.

A new baby means news costs. Business reporter Rob Stock looks at ways to keep focused on the long term when parenthood comes along.

Book extract: Soumaya Keynes and Chad Bown have written an economic guide for an anxious world.

From quick protein top-ups to protecting their sleep, Dan Carter and Dame Lisa Carrington reveal how they refuel and bounce back after a workout.

Only 9.4 overs of play were possible on day three at Lord’s due to rain as NZ fell to 55-5 in their second innings.

Almost half of 65 to 69-year-olds still work ‒ many because they enjoy it. But raising the superannuation age would be a tough gig for those working physical jobs, whose bodies are already breaking.

Principals fear that the Education Review Office’s new school reporting will stigmatise schools and deepen divisions.

Rachel Ashby spotlights a local band on the rise and previews a jazz supergroup.

Photographer Simon Runting offers a glimpse into subterranean Auckland.

Jordan Rondel offers up a deliciously low key cake without the high stakes production.

Eleven bar is shutting its doors after an 11pm boundary restriction slashed trade and left the owners with a $500,000 loss.

A Christchurch woman is looking at changing electricity providers after a $418 power bill had her “freaking out”.

Why, how, and in the name of what god of sartorial madness have we ended up with this as our national uniform? Bloody warm, though.

Documents show that the match-up between Chelsea Women and Auckland FC was not the original plan.

Teenage Blues rookie Amarante Sititi follows some sizeable footsteps into the game of professional rugby for Aupiki in 2026.

ANALYSIS: Potential first-year ABs such as Fehi Fineanganofo don’t become overnight millionaires, but can still enjoy a significant pay increase.

Rugby legend still pinches himself that he played behind one of the great All Blacks forward packs and with a brilliant passing halfback.

Eli Just reckons the world hasn’t caught up with how far the All Whites have come in recent years. “It's our job to show them,” he tells Sunday.

ANALYSIS: There’s the potential for upsets when some of the title favourites face dangerous opponents in the tournament’s opening round.

ANALYSIS: France, Spain and Argentina are fancied by our football writers, but they’re divided on whether New Zealand can qualify from group play for the first time.

Jono Gibbes’ side have set up a blockbuster home semi against the Crusaders, but will be without their star All Blacks loose forward for it.

The Red and Blacks improved their Super Rugby finals record to 33-0 with a runaway victory over the Aucklanders in Christchurch on Saturday.

ANALYSIS: The prime ministers of Australia and New Zealand have wrapped up their annual leaders meeting in Queensland.

A 42-year-old woman’s choice of company has been highlighted as a factor in her first-time conviction in the Timaru District Court.

Christopher Luxon rebuilt National's fortunes by winning back farmers. As he heads to Fieldays, there are growing signs he may have to do it all over again.

ANALYSIS: Nathan Smith added his name to the Lord’s honours board in the first test against England.

Tattooist Amy Saunders explains how placing tiny impressions on the scalp can replicate the look of a closely shaved head.

Ben Oliver triumphed in a sprint finish on the final stage to capture the Tour de Wallonie general classification crown.

Last month RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop gave councils an ultimatum and a tight deadline for reform. Here’s what’s happened since then.

Forget butter chicken. A Delhi chef is shaking up the food scene in Marshland, Christchurch, with a menu packed with Mediterranean flavours, burgers, burritos and shawarma. ⁠ ⁠ After a decade in hospitality, Chinkit Chinkit has opened The Smokey Grill, serving Mediterranean-inspired dishes instead…

The Green Party MP died in February 2024 after suffering a cardiac arrest at a charity event in Auckland's Britomart.

In total, $2.5 million has been paid in accommodation entitlements during this Parliamentary term to MPs who own homes in Wellington.

Nathan Smith captured his second six-wicket haul for NZ, but the dismissal of Kane Williamson before stumps on day two kept the hosts on top at Lord’s.

What does it mean to be a friend? Gemma Bowker-Wright reflects on the relationships that shape a life.

Your Weekend dives into the awkward, hopeful business of making friends as an adult – and the new ways in which people are finding community once more.

This Esk Valley vineyard couple’s second chance romance.

Invest in some good gear for home or away.

Parliamentary records reveal widespread use of accommodation entitlements by MPs who own Wellington homes.

New design rules create extra risks for developers and will make terraced homes more expensive to buy, according to Brooksfield director Vinny Holloway.

New Zealand’s road toll remains stubbornly high, but this public-health issue has turned into a political and cultural battle.