Diary of a Smith & Caughey’s sales girl: What it was like working for the iconic Auckland retailer

One person has died in a two-vehicle crash near Wairakei, Taupō, resulting in the closure of State Highway 1 this morning. Emergency services responded at 7:30 am, with the deceased being the sole occupant of one vehicle, while two individuals in the second vehicle sustained minor injuries; the Serious Crash Unit is investigating the scene. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A car accident near Wairakei, Taupō, caused one person to sadly die and...

Zuru co-founder Nick Mowbray announced at the China Business Summit in Auckland that the company aims to have its affordable, factory-built houses ready for customers in about two to three years. This construction venture, part of Zuru’s Tech division, has faced delays since its initial 2021 launch plan due to the pandemic and other factors. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Zuru's co-founder, Nick Mowbray, says they plan to start making and selling affordable...

A pair of shoplifters, aged 37 and 28, have been arrested in Auckland for stealing over $250,000 worth of goods from stores, shortly after the launch of a new police team focused on retail crime. The man faces five counts of shoplifting and is scheduled to appear in court on July 29, while the woman is charged with nine counts of shoplifting and burglary, set for court on July 30. Explain It To Me Like...

The mother of Te Reo Wickliffe-Heta, a Mongrel Mob member fatally stabbed by his partner Te Waiariki Te Uaahiahi Grace during a fight, recalls the traumatic police visit following the incident. Grace, who has been under name suppression since her court appearance in January 2024, stabbed Wickliffe-Heta in the chest as he arrived at her home in an agitated state. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A woman accidentally hurt her partner during a...

At a Coldplay concert in Boston, a viral clip emerged featuring Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and HR director Kristin Cabot in a seemingly romantic moment, despite both being married to other people. Their awkward reaction upon being caught on the kiss cam, which prompted laughter from the audience, led to speculation about their relationship, as Chris Martin quipped about their shyness or potential affair. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Summary At a Coldplay...

A 54-year-old woman faces criminal charges for bringing a cannabis-laced cake to a shared lunch at Hawke’s Bay Hospital, leading to several staff members requiring medical treatment. She is scheduled to appear in court next month after the incident, which occurred on June 30, where at least two individuals were treated in the emergency department. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A woman brought a special cake with something in it that made some...