Francesca Jones reaches Auckland Open quarter-finals
British tennis star Francesca Jones overcomes injury and a tough start to win her second-round match at the Auckland Open. Read about her inspiring comeback and next opponent.
British tennis star Francesca Jones overcomes injury and a tough start to win her second-round match at the Auckland Open. Read about her inspiring comeback and next opponent.
Venus Williams, 45, pushed world No. 52 Magda Linette to three sets in Auckland, proving her enduring competitiveness ahead of the Australian Open. Read the full match analysis.
The cult US burger chain Shake Shack makes its Australian debut at the 2026 Australian Open's TOPCOURT precinct. Find out how to get your hands on the iconic ShackBurger from January 12.
Auckland became the first major city to ring in 2026 with a stunning 3,500-firework display from its Sky Tower. Discover how the world celebrated the New Year.
Auckland's Sky Tower launched over 3,500 fireworks to welcome 2026. See how the UK, Sydney, and the world celebrated, and why Hong Kong's display was cancelled.
New Zealand police have recovered a £14,000 Fabergé pendant, allegedly swallowed by a thief, after a six-day watch. The item was retrieved through natural means. Read the full story.
A £19,000 Fabergé pendant stolen from an Auckland jeweller has been recovered by police after the suspect swallowed it. Read the full, bizarre story here.
New Zealand police have recovered a valuable Fabergé egg pendant, six days after a man allegedly swallowed it in an Auckland jewellery store. Read the full story.
New Zealand police have recovered a stolen £19,000 Fabergé pendant from a suspect's gastrointestinal tract after six days of monitoring. Read the bizarre details.
IKEA's first New Zealand store in Auckland opens with a unique menu featuring a lingonberry pavlova, reigniting the trans-Tasman dessert debate. Discover the local-inspired dishes.
Shoppers queued for hours as Ikea finally opened its doors in New Zealand, ending a decades-long wait. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon cut the ribbon at the Auckland store.
A 32-year-old man in Auckland is under police guard, accused of swallowing a rare £15,000 Fabergé octopus pendant. Officers await 'nature to take its course' as the suspect remains in custody.
Watch the moment a seagull smacked into journalist Jessica Tyson's face during a windy report in Auckland, leaving her with a bleeding gash. See the viral clip and her recovery.
Hakyung Lee sentenced to at least 17 years for murdering her two children and concealing their bodies in suitcases. A tragic case of mental health and calculated crime.
Discover why Auckland is captivating travellers with its waterfront espresso bars, volcanic lookouts and incredible dining scene. Find out why Qantas chose it for their new Adelaide route.
The prestigious Michelin Guide expands to New Zealand, with anonymous inspectors already evaluating restaurants across Auckland, Queenstown, Wellington and Christchurch for the inaugural 2025 edition.
Tennis legend Venus Williams, aged 45, confirms her remarkable comeback to professional tennis with wildcard entry into January's Auckland Classic, marking her first tournament appearance in over a year.
At 43, Venus Williams proves age is just a number with a remarkable comeback win against Diana Shnaider at the ASB Classic, securing her first victory over a top-50 player in years.
Groundbreaking research exposes the hidden dangers of intermittent fasting, linking the popular diet trend to severe eating disorders and unhealthy weight control behaviours.
The Auckland residence of New Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters has been targeted by vandals in what police are treating as a politically motivated attack, raising security concerns for senior government officials.
Australia clinched the T20 series against New Zealand with a dramatic 3-wicket victory in Auckland, overcoming early setbacks to chase down 103 runs in a rain-affected thriller.
A mother accused of murdering her two young children, whose bodies were discovered in abandoned suitcases, has pleaded guilty as harrowing new details surface in the Auckland High Court.
A mother has been found guilty of murdering her two young children, whose remains were discovered in suitcases in New Zealand, closing a devastating chapter in a case that shocked the world.
England's women's rugby team secures a dramatic 33-12 quarter-final win against France in Auckland, setting up a semi-final clash with either Canada or USA. Relive the key moments and tries from this epic encounter.
Hip-hop icon Snoop Dogg has abruptly cancelled his highly anticipated performance at the AFL Grand Final concert in Auckland, New Zealand, leaving fans disappointed and organisers scrambling.
A North Shore mother, Natasha Jansen, speaks out after receiving a shocking £60 fine for using a disabled parking space while her leg was immobilised in a full cast, exposing a critical flaw in council enforcement systems.
The mother of two young children whose remains were discovered in abandoned suitcases in New Zealand has pleaded guilty to their murder. Hakyung Lee admitted to the charges in a South Korean court, as authorities reveal the international investigation's h
A South Korean national has been convicted in New Zealand for the murder of her two young children, whose remains were discovered in abandoned suitcases in Auckland. The trial revealed a harrowing tale of neglect and a years-long cover-up.
A lone gunman has been shot dead by New Zealand police after a dramatic shootout and siege in an Auckland construction site, leaving three civilians injured in a terrifying incident that unfolded just hours before the FIFA Women's World Cup opening ceremo
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner complete their Grand Slam trilogy in a monumental US Open final, cementing their status as the sport's new dominant duo in a match that transcends tennis.