Immediate condemnation of Israel must be NZ government priority

Zahra Shahtahmasebi attended Live Nation's Love Song study on Gen Z, finding a strong emphasis on authenticity and realness among Zoomers, who value offline experiences and connections with musicians. Brands seeking to engage with Gen Z must prioritize consistency and authenticity, providing value through partnerships, practical support, and sustainability efforts, as seen in successful examples like Red Bull's activation at Rhythm & Vines. The study also highlights the importance of niche communities and genre-bending in...

One of two South Island multimillion-dollar Lotto prizes was claimed in Christchurch by a man who won $5.5 million with a ticket bought at New World St Martins, while the Dunedin prize of the same amount remains unclaimed. The winner from Christchurch, who wishes to remain anonymous, discovered his win the next morning and plans to use the money wisely for his family's future, while Lotto NZ encourages the Dunedin winner to check their ticket...

A man is facing multiple charges, including assaulting police, after a serious car crash in Cockle Bay, East Auckland on March 16. The crash involved two vehicles, with one driver fleeing the scene but later located by police. The 27-year-old man will appear in court on March 21 for charges including resisting police, dangerous driving, and possession of cannabis utensils. Full Article

Agribusiness leader Rob Hewett is the new chair of listed carpet maker Bremworth, alongside newly appointed board members Julie Bohnenn, Murray Dyer, and Trevor Burt. The board changes follow a shareholder bid to install Hewett as chair, leading to a revamp without a special meeting. Hewett emphasizes the need for a fresh approach to drive growth and earnings, while outgoing chair George Adams looks forward to realizing Bremworth's potential and delivering value for shareholders. Full...

Ashburton councillor Rob Mackle announced his intention to run for mayor, emphasizing a team approach and no major changes if elected. He joined the council in a by-election in 2023 and aims to follow his brother, who is Kaikōura Mayor. Incumbent Neil Brown will announce his intentions soon, with local elections scheduled for October 11. Full Article

A person died after being hit by a freight train at a pedestrian crossing in Invercargill near Elles Rd, with emergency services responding to the scene. The incident occurred at the Ness St crossing, and the train was only carrying coal at the time, with the train driver receiving support. This is the second pedestrian fatality involving a train in a week, following the death of 13-year-old Sarie Morton near Matamata College. Full Article