Worries about money is also now considered to be the biggest impact on New Zealanders' mental wellbeing.
Two goals in the space of five minutes at the start of the second half have left Argentina, hot favourites to win the trophy, on the brink of elimination.
ANZ chief economist Sharon Zollner said a 75 basis point hike was expected today, taking the OCR to 4.25%.
The oversized load toppled as it hit the bridge on Brisbane's Oxley Rd yesterday.
The 73-year-old is facing 10 charges of indecent assault involving seven victims.
National's leader said that while he supports Labour's plans to bring more graduates into GP training, their focus is in the wrong place.
TV 2 Sport's Jon Pagh was preparing to do a TV report outside the Danish team's hotel when the incident occurred.
The Southern franchise has signed 24-year-old Martin Bogado for next year with hopes he will compliment the outside backs already at the club.
The 30-year-old's offending has been described as "cynical, manipulative and damaging".
The Princess of Wales donned Queen Mary's Lover's Knot Tiara at King Charles III's first state banquet.
Needless to say the commentary of Salem Al-Dawsari's strike that put Saudi Arabia up 2-1 against Argentina was almost as emphatic as the goal itself.
Olivier Giroud equalled Thierry Henry's national record of 51 goals with a header from Mbappe's cross in the 71st minute.
The owner of Thirsty Liquor Island Bay said if it wasn't for the man, more damage would have been done to his store.
The retired rugby referee posted the letter he received from "Steel Worker PT" on social media after contemplating whether he should share it or not.
An expert says it's the biggest increase since the OCR was introduced in 1999 - and there is still a real chance NZ could fall into a recession.
Qatar banned the sale of alcoholic beer at FIFA World Cup stadiums just two days before the tournament's opening game.
New Zealand Rugby has confirmed applications to become Wayne Smith's replacement are open following World Cup triumph.
It’s been found Dr Nelson Nagoor acted in a way that amounted to professional misconduct in his dealings with Joshua Linder.
Conway was speaking after the out-of-favour veteran opener was released from his NZC contract this morning.
Police say an investigation is underway after an officer who was involved in arresting a man in Auckland’s Ōtara on Sunday was filmed trying to punch and knee him.
Customs officers at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport were "shocked" at the contents of a person's luggage.
The person was trapped under the vehicle in Howick.
In March, National promised to repeal the top tax rate of 39% in the first term. 1News understands they went into the media conference intending to make this announcement today.
Oceans and Fisheries Minister David Parker says the changes will aid recovery stocks and further support the sustainability of these fish.
Paul Tainui’s employer said Corrections did not advise them to look out for warning signs about his behaviour or whether to report it.
New Zealand Cricket confirmed in a statement this morning the 36-year-old had been released from his central contract so he could "pursue playing opportunities elsewhere".
From tailgating and ramming drivers to simply swearing and beeping, new research commissioned by AA Insurance shows road rage and driver distractions are increasing.
Caleb Harris was driving to work yesterday when he saw a bright flash and a lot of smoke.
Engineers and scientists at Auckland-based company, Enrod, have already worked out how to harness solar energy in space, convert it into microwaves and beam it back to Earth.
The Ukraine war has heightened attention on the low-carbon power source.
Politicians have also used today's official cash rate rise to take shots at each other.
Since 2019, the Ministry has helped 114 start-ups and generated 215 highly skilled jobs. It has also raised $40m to get projects going.
The Breakers are calling on tournament officials to review their brutal travel schedule that has left the Kiwi club with concerns for player welfare.
Videos on Chinese social media showed thousands of people in masks facing rows of police in white protective suits with plastic riot shields.
Sanna Marin is Finland's youngest prime minister ever and its third female government leader.
Multiple people are believed to be dead after a shooting at a Walmart in Chesapeake, Virginia.
The scars of having his Commonwealth Games appeal dismissed will drive Hayden Wilde to a quest for World Triathlon success this weekend.
A homicide investigation has been launched after the dairy worker was fatally stabbed in Sandringham tonight.
Police described a "disorder incident" in an Auckland carpark which led to the man's death.
