Auckland blends urban excitement with breathtaking natural beauty. From panoramic views at the Sky Tower to sailing adventures in the Hauraki Gulf, this city offers a perfect mix of culture, dining, and outdoor exploration.

That’s the view of Tauranga MP Sam Uffindell, who has the backing of hi Party colleague over the road, Rotorua MP Todd McClay. Both are calling f

New Zealand will introduce looser visa rules to allow holiday makers to work remotely while visiting the country, to boost its tourism sector and economy, it said on Monday. Erica Stanford, Immigration Minister said in a statement that the visitor visa would change from Jan.

Although Auckland is New Zealand’s most populated city, it doesn’t always receive the recognition it deserves. Here are five reasons why Auckland deserves serious props.

Sir John Kirwan believes it is time to move on from Eden Park. It will surprise some people because the rugby legend enjoyed some of the greatest moments of his career at the historic venue. He was an Auckland mainstay during their halcyon days in the 1980s and early 90s when they were the biggest show in town.

Nando Pijnaker's last ditch winner against Sydney, Jake Brimmer's quickfire double in the first Kiwi Classico and Moreno-inspired late salvos against Newcastle and Melbourne City. If football matches were just 80 minutes long, Auckland would be 10 points fewer off this season, a chunky difference which would have them seventh in the table.

If a retreat has been calling your name, take this as your sign to book one and start 2025 on the right foot, writes Lucy Slight. As the school holidays wind down, or if you didn’t get a Christmas break at all,

How stepping in the wrong patch of grass became a quintessential, if painful, Kiwi summer experience. T o start her third-ever summer, Ava went camping for the first time. Behind

Australia has won the New Zealand leg of the SailGP series, pressing home an advantage they enjoyed throughout the event to beat Spain and Britain in the three-boat final.

Thanks to Matakana’s proximity to the coast, you can easily add a visit to Omaha Beach, Tawaharanui Regional Park, or Goat Island Marine Reserve, New Zealand’s oldest protected ecological area, which families particularly like for snorkeling.

Dozens of vessels are set to take to the water on Monday for the Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta. Throughout the day, racers will compete for one of 60 trophies which are on permanent display at the Maritime Museum, and over $15,000 worth of prize money. Thousands of spectators are also expected to attend the event.

Australia had a win and two seconds to lead the fleet after the first day of the SailGP event in Auckland, New Zealand.