The New Zealand Superannuation Fund voted against Tesla chief executive Elon Musk’s record-setting US$1 trillion ($1.8t) pay package this morning, which was confirmed with 75% o

Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says support is available elsewhere, with other helplines. He told MacDonald that they set an extra $9 million aside for telehealth lines in the 2025 Budget, but it’s up to Health NZ to make the decisions on who to fund.

New Zealand won the toss and elected to bowl first on what looked like a good wicket at the Eden Park in Auckland. The West Indies are coming off a series sweep against Bangladesh and will be keen to continue their T20I form in New Zealand.

The 29th NZ Sculpture OnShore opens tomorrow, with more than 120 artworks on display, ranging from small pieces to those that needed cranes and heavy machinery to lift into place. The works are spread across the clifftop Operetu Fort Takapuna Historic Reserve on Auckland’s North Shore,

Tourism New Zealand is spending $6.3 million to bring the Michelin Guide to Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown.

Canterbury fast bowler Matt Henry was called up to the New Zealand squad for the second test against Pakistan, starting on Sunday at Hagley Oval in Christchurch, to replace the injured Neil Wagner, New Zealand Cricket (NZC) said on Friday.

Chapman went from 12 off 10 balls to 65 off 22 balls. He hit 24 runs, including three sixes, in the 13th over, bowled by Shepherd, then four fours and a six in the 15th over bowled by Jayden Seales. New Zealand went from 2-83 after 12 overs to 3-140 after 15, and at the end of the 16th over were 3-163.

Former New Zealand fast bowler Shane Bond has been appointed head coach of Birmingham Phoenix in the men's Hundred. Bond, 50, replaces former Black Caps teammate Daniel Vettori, who left after four years in the role as the Hundred franchises continue to be shaped by their new investors.

The risk of measles spreading in the community remains “very high”, with the latest outbreak far from over. Health New Zealand has given an update this afternoon, saying it continues to lead the response with a focus on stamping out cases.