Articles by Tom Rose
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Lifestyle
'I’ve faced ageism': Kiwi teen author makes Time's 'Girls of the Year' list
Monday, 18 August 2025, 2:57pmA Tokoroa teenager has been included on Time’s first-ever “Girls of the Year” list, five years after she began self-publishing...
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National
Data transfer issue behind disruptive air traffic control failure that left planes circling
Monday, 18 August 2025, 10:03amThe air traffic control failure that disrupted transtasman flights at the weekend was caused by an issue with the cross-system...
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Politics
'Gutless and hypocritical': Minister lays into former PM for not fronting Covid hearing
Thursday, 14 August 2025, 9:01amLabour leader and former Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins says appearing at the second set of public hearings for...
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National
Revealed: Number of council probes into small builds after Govt cuts red tape
Thursday, 14 August 2025, 7:12amNearly 1000 single-storey buildings have been investigated over compliance by New Zealand’s two largest councils since 2020,...
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Entertainment
Kiwi radio host shares candid update amid cancer battle
Monday, 11 August 2025, 12:50pmKiwi radio host and television personality Mel Homer says she’s still getting used to her altered appearance after finishing...
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Travel
Why Kiwis' 'Euro summer' is under threat as heatwave makes tourist hotspots unbearable
Sunday, 3 August 2025, 2:30pmA global travel company with operations in New Zealand says it will move some Europe tours out of peak season, as Kiwis try...
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National
Police remove man from Air NZ flight over 'concerning remarks'
Sunday, 3 August 2025, 8:42amPolice removed a man from a flight preparing to leave Auckland yesterday after “concerning remarks” he’d made while on board...
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Travel
Controversial 'Everyone Must Go!' campaign hailed a 'winner'
Thursday, 24 July 2025, 3:34pmThe Tourism and Hospitality Minister says the “Everyone Must Go!” campaign exceeded its target of bringing 6750 additional...
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Travel
Flight frenzy: Qantas slashes prices for Australia-bound Kiwis
Wednesday, 23 July 2025, 1:28pmQantas has cut its transtasman prices in a flash sale for Australia-bound Kiwis with seats as low as $219. Starting today,...
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Travel
Fuel leak grounds Air NZ's New York flight after second issue on flagship route this month
Monday, 21 July 2025, 3:56pmAuckland-bound travellers heading out of New York with Air New Zealand have been stranded in the Big Apple after the aircraft...
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National
Watch: 'Auckland invasion' – Night out with hundreds of boy racers; PM warns of crackdown
Sunday, 20 July 2025, 3:43pmHundreds of boy racers spent Saturday night in a cat-and-mouse chase with police across Auckland as the Prime Minister warns...
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Politics
'Wild West': Thousands petition for Govt to halt contentious Gene Technology Bill
Wednesday, 16 July 2025, 2:50pmA cross-sector group of concerned citizens is urging the Government to reconsider its position on the proposed Gene Technology...
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Entertainment
'Rare gem': NZ film set for US debut after local success
Wednesday, 16 July 2025, 1:25pmThe global rights to New Zealand film Tinā have been acquired by Rialto Distribution, with a United States theatrical release...
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Entertainment
'Unbelievable': NZ Youth Choir conquers world stage with second major win
Sunday, 13 July 2025, 2:02pmThe New Zealand Youth Choir has taken out the top place in an international competition for the second time in as many weeks. The...
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Lifestyle
Macca's confirms rumour of fan favourite's return after eagle-eyed Kiwis spot error
Saturday, 12 July 2025, 8:50amAfter six years off the menu, McDonald’s is bringing a fan favourite back to New Zealand stores – although there’ll only...
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National
AT's six-figure spend in public figures to create social media content under fire
Tuesday, 8 July 2025, 3:50pmAuckland Transport paid public figures to discourage car use and promote alternative modes of transport to their followers. AT,...
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Entertainment
New Lord of the Rings film to be shot in NZ, release date confirmed
Wednesday, 18 June 2025, 4:24pmMiddle-earth is returning to its original home, with Warner Bros confirming the next Lord of the Rings film will be shot...
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Lifestyle
'Deeply concerning': NZ's cruise industry sounds alarm as ship visits drop 40%
Wednesday, 21 May 2025, 4:10pmCruise ship bookings in New Zealand are expected to drop 40% in the 2025/26 season, affecting 20 of 21 ports. The decline...
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Travel
Air NZ to suspend Christchurch-Gold Coast flights over summer
Thursday, 8 May 2025, 4:04pmAir New Zealand will suspend its Christchurch to Gold Coast service from November 2025 to March 2026. It says the decision...
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National
Kiwis need less money for overseas travel than they think - find out how much
Monday, 5 May 2025, 11:04amThree quarters of Kiwis plan to travel overseas in 2025, but cost misconceptions deter some. Australia and Asia are top destinations,...
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Sport
Broken ribs, punctured lung: Kiwi Olympic medallist in hospital after serious crash
Monday, 5 May 2025, 9:56amHayden Wilde has broken bones and injured lungs after a bike crash. The accident happened in Tokyo where he remains in hospital. He...
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World
'A remarkable human being': High-profile tributes pour in for Pope Francis
Tuesday, 22 April 2025, 3:19pmPope Francis died on April 21 in Rome from a stroke and heart failure, aged 88. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon ordered...
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National
Watch: 'Messed with the wrong reporter' - broadcaster takes to social media after car sideswiped
Monday, 21 April 2025, 3:07pmJournalist Wilhelmina Shrimpton began investigating after her car was sideswiped in Kingsland. Shrimpton highlighted the...
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Entertainment
Lorde's cryptic return: Duct tape and music teaser ignites fan theories
Monday, 14 April 2025, 2:53pmLorde is fuelling speculation with cryptic social media posts and a Coachella appearance. She teased a new song, WWT, on...
