National Māori Action Day: Rush-hour ‘gridlock’ expected on Auckland motorways as Te Pāti Māori calls for protests

National Māori Action Day: Rush-hour ‘gridlock’ expected on Auckland motorways as Te Pāti Māori calls for protests

Mass protests planned for tomorrow are expected to result in gridlock on the main highways heading into Auckland’s city centre, likely causing millions of dollars in lost productivity, Te Pāti Māori party says. Disruption is expected across North Island roads tomorrow morning as Te Pāti Māori calls for nationwide action in response to the Government’s … Read more

Sir Billy Connolly reveals he suffered ‘serious falls’ as health deteriorates amid Parkinson’s battle

Sir Billy Connolly reveals he suffered ‘serious falls’ as health deteriorates amid Parkinson’s battle

Sir Billy Connolly has revealed he has been struggling with his balance. Photo / Getty Images Sir Billy Connolly has shared an upsetting update amid his decade-long battle with Parkinson’s disease. The 80-year-old comedian was diagnosed with the brain disorder – which causes uncontrollable movements, such as shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with coordination – in … Read more

As demographics change, AARP looks at how to make communities more livable

As demographics change, AARP looks at how to make communities more livable

How to sustain a livable, thriving community as the nation’s demographics change was the topic of discussion during the opening session of the 2023 AARP Livable Communities Economic Development Workshop held Sept. 27. The free workshop, conducted through an online Zoom meeting, encouraged input from the public. The session kicked off with a conversation about … Read more

Rugby World Cup 2023: Tauranga girl picked to represent New Zealand as a mascot in All Blacks v Namibia match

Rugby World Cup 2023: Tauranga girl picked to represent New Zealand as a mascot in All Blacks v Namibia match

Sibheal Dobson is preparing for a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity” as she will represent New Zealand as a mascot for the All Blacks game against Namibia on Saturday at the Rugby World Cup in France. The 10-year-old from Tauranga will be walking on to the field at the game in Toulouse and is one of four young … Read more