The time breaks Gus Nketia's long-standing national mark of 6.59, set in Barcelona in 1995, and qualifies Whelpton for the World Indoor Championships to be held in China.

New Zealand Cricket have issued a statement saying Devine's received professional advice and decided to take a break from the game to prioritise her well-being. The national body say a call on her ...

In one infamous case in Japan, reality television star Hana Kimura took her own life after she was portrayed as a villain on a Big Brother-style show and suffered relentless bullying online.

Officers were called to Windsor Place at about 2.30 - and would like to speak to anyone who was in the area between 8 am and 3 pm who may be able to assist.

About 16 calls were made from the town - and one from the nearby Langs Beach - and firefighters from several brigades in the area have been assisting residents. Mangawhai resident Peter says the main ...

Fire and Emergency received multiple calls around three this morning - from the town and surrounding areas. Locals reported needing to be rescued from damaged property, roofs lifting off buildings, ...

An Otago University study -- published in the latest New Zealand Medical Journal -- followed more than three hundred Christchurch students over six months. Students provided with educational material ...

The Black Ferns Sevens have marched into the semifinals at the latest event on the World Series calendar in Perth They've thumped China 29-nil - including a double to Jazmin Felix-Hotham - to set-up a ...

"I can still see their faces — the men I served with, the ones who didn't come home. They fought, they bled, and they died for their country," said the 73-year-old, who fought for South Vietnam in the ...

Reflecting on his own fame and success, Benedict told Variety: "I'm not Brad [Pitt], I'm not Leonardo [DiCaprio], I'm not a typical movie star. "People were scrambling for 'Why is ...

The SPCA is warning owners to take precautions for puppies that aren't fully vaccinated, including not walking in high-risk areas and keeping them away from unvaccinated dogs. Head Veterinarian Nathan ...

The White Ferns are guaranteed a direct entry to this year's ICC Women's Cricket World Cup in India 25 Jan: A pair of Black Caps have been named in the ICC test cricket team of the year 25 Jan: Two Bl ...