Clean-up under way in New Zealand’s North Island in wake of Cyclone Vaianu

Power companies continued to report unplanned outages, while some roads remained closed. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read ...

Gin Trail makes a splash as the newest addition to Wellington’s hospitality calendar

A new boozy addition to the capital’s events calendar kicks off this week as 30 venues offer up bespoke gin experiences for ...

Luxon appoints Penk to lead New Zealand defence in Wellington reshuffle

WELLINGTON, April 2 (Reuters) - New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Thursday appointed Chris Penk as defence ...

New Zealand braces for Cyclone Vaianu, flooding possible for Auckland

Vaianu has conjured up the painful memory of 2023’s Cyclone Gabrielle, which killed 11 and displaced thousands. Read more at ...
Variety

New Zealand’s Wellington Makes Pitch as Global Games and VFX Hub (EXCLUSIVE)

Currently hosting production of the “Avatar” film series, New Zealand’s capital Wellington is making a renewed pitch as one of the best-equipped games, VFX and animation producing hubs in the world.

New Zealand’s North Island braces for Cyclone Vaianu with thousands ordered to evacuate

Vaianu, forecast to bring heavy rain and winds of up to 130 kmh (80 mph), is expected to hit on Sunday ...

Hit New Zealand comedy duo Flight of the Conchords reunion gigs sell out in minutes

Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clement announce four shows at Wellington venue Meow Nui from next week – their first gigs since 2018 ...

Hiker's dog lost in a wild New Zealand forest rescued by helicopter after strangers fund search

A lost border collie has been rescued alive after her owner fell from a tall waterfall in New Zealand bush ...