Curious Kids: does music affect how plants grow? How does the type of music affect plants growth? – Thomas, 14, Auckland, New Zealand The Conversation · Sep 25
NRL set to act over 'embarrassing' referee abuse Warriors great Shaun Johnson has labelled footage of fans throwing projectiles at referee Ashley Klein in Auckland as embarrassing, with the NRL investigating. AAP · Sep 21
'We're not done': Ponga, Knights plot Penrith upset Kalyn Ponga has declared there are more chapters to write in Newcastle's revival story as the 2025 wooden spooners aim to upset Penrith to make the grand final. AAP · Sep 20
Kiwi Knights ready to upset their families in Auckland Newcastle's Kiwi contingent will go to New Zealand with one job to do, but they know a Knights win could well disappoint family and friends at Eden Park. AAP · Sep 19
Meteorite Crash Through Roof: family turns space rock into museum star; scientists probe its secrets In a remarkable incident, a meteorite crashed into a suburban home in Auckland, creating a significant stir. The unusual space rock broke through the roof and settled in the living room. The family decided to donate it for public exhibition, leading to its eventual acquisition by the Auckland Museum. This… The Times of India · Sep 17
Dolphins to host prelim after super win over Warriors The Dolphins are one win away from their first NRL grand final after a stunning 26-16 comeback win over the Warriors in their qualifying final in Auckland. AAP · Sep 12
Tokelau's 1976 sports day is now 50; founder returns with 4 generations What began as a small community sports gathering in 1976 has grown into one of the most important celebrations for Tokelauans in Aotearoa New Zealand. The Tokelau Easter Festival now brings together communities from New Zealand, Australia, Hawai‘i and the three atolls of Tokelau for several days of sport, culture,… The Times of India · Sep 11
Make history: Dolphins ready to rewrite NRL script The Dolphins and Warriors are set for another instalment of a classic modern rivalry with the Kristian Woolf-coached side out to break one infamous NRL record. AAP · Sep 11
‘We can have beautiful things!’ Why Auckland’s City Rail Link is about much more than trains After nearly a decade and with a budget of NZ$5.493 billion, expectations for Auckland’s City Rail Link are high ahead of its September 13 opening. The Conversation · Sep 9
Auckland has an overlooked traffic pollution problem – and it’s not from exhausts Cleaner engine standards and a gradual uptake of electric vehicles have been credited with helping improve Auckland’s air quality over recent years. The Conversation · Sep 8
‘We’ve got grand final tickets’: Belief builds in Auckland amid Warriors NRL fever Despite just missing out on the minor premiership, fans are daring to dream as the Wahs emerge as the most-loved rugby team in the city The Guardian - AU · Sep 8
NRL to move Warriors out of home if they host prelim The Warriors have been told they are unlikely to host a preliminary final at Mt Smart, with Peter V'landy's 90 per cent sure the game would be at Eden Park. AAP · Sep 7
NRL axes Shark Park for 2026 finals series The NRL has announced its draw for the first week of the finals series, with three games to be played in Sydney and one in Auckland. AAP · Sep 6
Warriors edge Manly amid NRL minor premiership fight The Warriors will enter the NRL finals series on a six-game winning streak after Chanel Harris-Tavita sealed a one-point defeat of brave Manly in Auckland. AAP · Sep 5
The Conversation · Sep 1 Auckland now has a plan for congestion charging. But where are the extra buses? For city commuters, the slow crawl through peak hour traffic each day is an annoyance as unavoidable as blustery spring weather.
AAP · Aug 31 'Be effective, win games': new Reds chief wants results Vern Cotter, a title winner in France and with Auckland's Blues, has seen enough to think he can elevate the Queensland Reds after his unprecedented move.
The Economic Times · Aug 27 In 1959, Auckland opened its Harbour Bridge after 3 years of construction. 10 years later, clip-on sections doubled its capacity from 4 lanes to 8 lanes for city traffic Auckland Harbour Bridge's initial construction prioritized affordability over immediate full capacity. The bridge was later expanded with clip-on lanes to meet growing traffic demands. This staged approach allowed the city to finance infrastructure as its economy grew. The expansion doubled the bridge's traffic capacity at a relatively lower cost. This…
Pedestrian.tv · Aug 25 Laneway Festival Has Confirmed Its 2027 Dates And Sydney Is Up First Laneway Festival has confirmed its 2027 dates, with Sydney opening the four-stop run before Brisbane, Melbourne and Auckland.
BANG Premier · Aug 24 'Bedridden' Alex Warren cancels Auckland show after falling ill hours before stage time Alex Warren pulled out of his Auckland concert just hours before showtime after becoming bedridden and unable to speak, leaving the singer “heartbroken” as fans were issued automatic refunds.
Bangkok Post · Aug 22 Auckland flights to resume Thai Airways International will resume direct flights between Bangkok and Auckland next year.
Bangkok Post · Aug 21 Thailand to resume direct flights to New Zealand, triple trade Thai Airways International will resume direct flights to Auckland as part of the strategy to deepen ties between Thailand and New Zealand that include a pledge to accelerate bilateral trade.
The Times of India · Aug 13 How 280,000 volunteer-planted trees transformed New Zealand's Tiritiri Matangi from a degraded island into a conservation sanctuary Off the coast of Auckland, in New Zealand’s Hauraki Gulf, lies an island that looks like a slice of untouched wilderness. Dense native forest blankets its hills, rare birds call from the canopy and visitors walk along quiet tracks surrounded by ferns and flowering shrubs. Yet just a few decades…
AAP · Aug 1 No trans-Tasman glory, but Tahs proud of scaring Blues The Waratahs found solace in mounting a genuine contest against women's Super Rugby juggernaut the Blues in the trans-Tasman clash of champions.
Evening Standard · Jul 28 Tottenham XI vs Sydney FC: NO FERNANDES - Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for pre-season friendly today Spurs searching for third consecutive summer win under Roberto De Zerbi
The Conversation · Jul 27 Crypto ATMs are here to stay despite their scam risks. How should NZ regulate them? They’re tucked away in dairies, petrol stations and vape shops from Auckland to Invercargill – and, at first glance, they look like ordinary cash machines.