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The hotel employee has just retired at 90 – and has an offer for the All Blacks!

In front of 7500 guests, this Hawke’s Bay couple said ‘I do’ in a seven-minute half-time ceremony

Her collapse in the bathroom was definitely not a panic attack

The Rotorua world champ is not slowing down in her pursuit of another title

Workers with whiskers, these Kiwi kitties are purr-fect employees

After 20 years working behind bars, she finally broke free from her own past to follow her dreams!

Having a fellow journalist in the family inspired her to tell women’s stories

After so much cancer grief, Jody shares the good news they always dreamt of

Counsellor Dharshana wants to make sure children know they’re heard and never alone

The social media mum is saving the planet from disposable nappies and more

In his fifties and after time in prison, he decided to turn his pain into positivity

Shocked Southlander Aleina lost a leg and had to have a kidney transplant

After the death of her soulmate, the biker decided to see the world on wheels

Writing about her experiences with sobriety has turned into a comedy for the lawyer

The Kiwi star shares her love of family and strong female characters

Determined to help, she now personally cares for 20 families in Palestine

The Tokoroa teen can’t believe she’s made it on Time magazine’s cover

The movie lover dishes on her favourite celebrity interviews and a shock secret!

The beloved Kiwi artist reveals how she finally landed her soulmate

Since conquering her fear of boats, she’ll never be a landlubber again

How Kiwi Marcel found the child his mum and dad hid from the Nazis

Juggling two farms and a baby is a labour of love for Chloe and Makita

After beating leukaemia, Lili-Fox is focused on giving back

The ‘jellyfish magnet’ wants to knock off one more big challenge

The Māori dad of three just wants a place to call home

Six years on, grieving dad Paul is still waiting for answers

Hillie’s making up for lost time as she builds a sisterly bond with Lia

Ashley took the law into her own hands and made her dad’s dream come true

Losing her disabled daughter saw this crime reader become a popular writer

It was love at first sight after her life-changing visit in 1978!

Wracked with pain, the Kiwi went in search of treatment in India

The Cancer Society CEO reveals how the disease impacted her family

After three knocks to the head, the Auckland life coach was forced to prioritise rest

The kitchen goddess is now cooking for two, but wishes she could tell her dad

On their first time walking the famous route, their dream holiday nearly turned into a disaster.

This skate king and queen are rolling back the years

Orders please! The Great Barrier Island pub has become a tourist attraction

The popular entertainer is ready for a new chapter as she turns 60

The incredible couple has even inspired their Olympic medallist grandson Hamish

The actor reveals her special connection with the Weekly

After a turbulent time in the spotlight, the politician reveals her regrets, romantic dreams and her next chapter

Her love for animals is making a real difference to struggling kids

The life-long friends were surprised to be bitten by the love bug

Doing male-dominated jobs is working out great for Corrina, Tanya and Melissa

'Hoot’ would have thought a simple rescue would have turned into a lifelong passion for birds

Naval reservist Rebecca always hits the right notes with the King

How the high-flying performer’s future came crashing down to earth

When she fell behind at school, the gifted student found a solution for all kids

This talented trio is not about to drop the ball on their beloved game’s future

The trio says a change in perception of their profession is long overdue

With five marathons done and seven more to go, battler Ben’s not slowing down!

The baritone’s back home to wow audiences and his biggest cheerleader

The Kiwi star’s heartfelt contribution was a family affair

The young entrepreneur is on a mission to help Māori bridge the wealth gap

The Kiwi crusader won’t stop until cervical cancer has been eliminated

The South Island singer asked the universe for help – and it delivered

These adventurers are proof hunting and fishing isn’t just for the boys

The podcasters say cheers to keeping memories alive

In these shocking cases, the killers may still be out there

The ZB presenter recalls the impact Jenny had on his life

The artist has drawn a picture of his younger days – and it’s a masterpiece!

The celebrity chefs reveal the ‘painful’ Kiwi hunting accident that left one of them covered in blood

Bestselling writer Rachael had a legend to inspire her growing up

Kiwi celebs including Antonia Prebble, Angela Bloomfield, Ben Barrington and Wilhelmina Shrimpton are modelling designer t-shirts for Breast Cancer Cure’s Tees for a Cure charity campaign. The eighth such campaign, 2025’s mission is to sell 3600 tees designed by local fashion icons, such as Trelise Cooper, Karen Walker, Kathryn Wilson, Moochi, Hailwood and Federation, to […]

The high-flying circus performer explains how the show couldn’t go on – but how they’re now soaring

Black Caps hero Matt Henry and White Ferns wonder Melie Kerr bowled over the competition at the 2025 NZ Cricket Awards in Auckland last night, taking out four prizes apiece. Matt and his wife Holly enjoyed a date night away from their two-year-old daughter Annabelle, but the bowler told Woman’s Day being a father was […]

From arborist to speed shearer, this trio are at the top of their game!

The resilient radio presenter is overcoming obstacles and achieving her dreams

The football star knew Ryan was her perfect match, but he still made her cry!

About to hit our shores, the chat-show host has some unfinished business

Jake’s all grown up and ready to share his comeback story

Survivors and rescuers recall the days after the disaster and what they’ve learned

Why Hamilton’s city leader is keen for others to pick up the chains

After getting behind the community, the chef saw it was time to support his girls

The potty-mouthed actress opens up about her journey through Aotearoa

Take a trip down memory lane to black singlets and 47-cent cheese!

Fraudster Alex Lang slipped back into the country after dodging a criminal conviction for murder

She shares her amazing journey in just a few years/

From war-torn regions to battling matters of the heart, the intrepid reporter’s embracing big changes

The Kiwi sporting legend shares how she got her start on the field.

She’s not coasting – the athlete has plans to improve her game and make a difference to Aotearoa’s environment.

We look back at some of our fave stories from the past 12 months.

It’s love all for the tennis fan, who’ll be serving up more hugs at the ASB Classic.

After decades in New Zealand, Sid Sahrawat and his wife Chand are reconnecting with their culture.

How a resourceful couple cottoned on to an idea and made it truly sustainable.

After a horror fall from a cliff, Artaban had just a 5% chance of survival.

The year’s most viral sensation is ready for the festive season.

Treat yourself to wishlist-worthy items at a discounted price

Te Puke mum-of-nine Angela Thomson loves spreading festive cheer

A childhood trauma helps the radio star tune into other people’s suffering

The Disney darling is a household name thanks to The Voice

There was plenty for New Zealand sports fans to cheer about, with phenomenal success for Kiwi competitors. Here’s a look back at some of the incredible achievements. Olympic games glory The Paris Olympics were our most successful ever. Our 10 gold medals were the most we’ve bagged in a single Games, and with 20 medals […]

The inspirational farmer is determined to make her beloved Gavin proud

From a steamy firefighters calendar to Kiwiana pet toys, here's how to give a wonderful gift and support a charity this Christmas

The netballer shares the novel ways she’s been serving her community

The ocean giants have captivated the Te Puke resident, who has made a big splash at Project Jonah

The America’s Cup is once again New Zealand’s cup

Three resourceful ladies of the land sat down with the Weekly to share what life looks like for them, ahead of International Day of Rural Women this week

History was made at the mass haka