
On The Up

Meet the St John call handler who has delivered 19 babies over the phone
Gemma Cale says seeing photos of baby Leonard brought tears to her eyes.

On The Up: The paddling club of breast cancer survivors set to represent NZ on world stage
'It’s not just about competing ... It’s about strength, courage, rehabilitation.'

On The Up: McKay leads Samoa's green transport with solar-powered electric catamarans
The five solar and battery-powered electric boats will be built in Whangārei and Samoa.

How two Hawke’s Bay teens triumphed on the world stage
Caitlin Kirk earned silver and Sam McHale claimed bronze at World Champs in Spain.

Tradie's remarkable revival of long-lost NZ clothing brand from his backyard shed
Nikolai Solakof had never sewn before reviving Oscar Eide from his shed.

Music teacher's playwriting debut brings theatre 'whodunit' to life
Matthew Sheard’s play The Beast of Burden debuts at Rotorua Little Theatre this month.

Local taxis unite for Māori All Blacks game to tackle rogue pricing
Local taxis and Semenoff Stadium will offer a new taxi stand on Okara Drive on Saturday.

Rangitīkei fencer regains Golden Pliers title
The 49-year-old had to miss four years of action following a shoulder injury in 2017.

Inside the Rovers: A-League Bound
Stephen Hoyle is set to swap Bluewater Stadium for fulltime football across the Tasman. Video / Neil Reid

Stephen Hoyle to swap NZ amateur league football for pro A-League
The A-League job is the next step in the Kiwi footballer's career as a head coach.

On The Up: Youth gym transforms lives, offers more than just exercise
The Hua Rangatahi gym started as a small gym in a Kaitaia plaza.

'I love what I do': Hospital cleaner, 83, marks 50-year work anniversary
Shirley McQueen's boss says she's the best to have ever buffed the hospital's floors.

Two sisters started a club rugby team to honour their late parents - and won the title
On The Up: 'We just hugged and cried and knew our parents would be proud.'

‘Heart and soul’: Miss NZ finalist champions mental health journey
Jade Clifford, 28, is both a nursing student and Miss NZ finalist.

The city doing 'street soup' in its CBD over winter
'It’s simple, affordable, and creates a real buzz.'

'It’s a big deal': Young gamers chase international esports glory
Primary school Rocket League players qualify for major tournament finals in Australia.

Gin made by tiny distillery crowned world's best at global awards
Arrowtown Distillery also won an accolade.

On The Up: Hawke’s Bay Cancer Society opens retreat for free therapy sessions
Patients can access up to six free one-hour sessions at the retreat.

On The Up: 'Keep busy' - Tips from Ashburton's 102-year-old 'dancing queen'
Eileen Greenwood celebrates her 102nd birthday in Ashburton today.

Small Business: Kiwi pickle brand processes 100 tonnes as business booms
Reuben Alderson talks to Tom Raynel about his small artisan foods business Alderson's.

The 'Blind Skiwi' chasing Paralympic dreams - On the Up
Thomas Coysh is doing his best to live life to the fullest.

On The Up: Comedian Guy Montgomery on golf, guidance and being a step-dad
The Spelling Bee host says success is about doing your best and not being afraid to fail.

On The Up: How a Kiwi family built a tool empire from $10k and a vision
The Giles family remains deeply involved, with Graeme's son and nephew in key roles.

'Incredible': Northland retirees become world champs in new sport
The Warrens became the first over-70s Hyrox world champions at the competition in Chicago.

'Great promise': Young inventor's wool pod wows at Fieldays
The Shear Space is a naturally soundproofed environment designed as a quiet retreat.

Israel Adesanya inducted into UFC Hall of Fame
'It showed me what the human animal is capable of when we tap into our spirit,' he said.

Finished: 25 new Kāinga Ora homes ready for Rotorua families
The project has employed about 300 tradespeople, mostly from Rotorua, since October 2023.