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How you earn frequent flyer points is about to drastically change
The Reserve Bank’s ban on credit card surcharges is about to kick in. Here’s what it means for your ability to earn points without flying.
We test Continental’s new CrossContact A/T2 all-terrain tyre
The all-terrain tyre segment has long been overlooked, but now Continental has developed an all-new A/T – and it’s been designed for Australia.
You can now stay in a 107-year-old Kiwi ‘castle’
As seen on Grand Designs New Zealand, this near-derelict property with an intriguing backstory has been transformed following a $9.2 million restoration.
Men are looking for love in the wrong places. I write about what women really want
Reading romance fiction won’t decode every woman’s desire – that’s the whole point.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers rules out new baby bonus as fertility falls ‘further and faster’
The Treasurer has made a call on one key measure that used to see parents pocketing thousands as fertility rates fall.
Congo begins Ebola vaccinations for health workers
Ebola vaccinations are being rolled out for frontline health workers in the Congo where the deadly virus remains out of control.
Charles Spencer accuses King of gaslighting over Diana
Charles Spencer insists he is telling the truth after making a slew of damaging claims about the King in his memoir chronicling the life of his sister Diana.
The Qantas lounge gave her a dressing down for her ugg boots. I’m with the airline on this one
Airport style has been in freefall for years. I’m taking a stand. Dress up to take off.
New Zealand to host Race of Champions in 2027
Formula 1 stars and a local rally legend are among the first names confirmed for New Zealand's inaugural Race of Champions event in Wellington.
Ram 2500 sales surge as Australians move to bigger pickups
Ram Trucks Australia says the Ram 2500 Warlock, the first Hemi V8-powered pickup in local showrooms since 2024, marks the start of a new era.






