EnvironmentRare white kiwi spotted in broad daylightThe kiwi has gone viral after a video of it strolling back to its burrow during daylight hours was posted on social media. Video / Pūkaha National Wildlife CentreWatch25 Aug 03:51 AM
WorldAlien object to pass Earth in 'cruise through inner solar system'The 'fun space rock' is likely a comet from outside the solar system.21 Aug 06:00 AM
PoliticsSeymour asked his ministry to look into ditching bike helmet rulesThe Ministry for Regulation said further work on this issue 'carries risks'.17 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMissing birdsong in your backyard? A new study might explain whyBirds use their songs to find mates as well as communicate about nearby food or danger.06 Aug 10:38 PM
EnvironmentWatch: Whale freed after being tangled in chain off the coast of Tonga'She actually turned and looked towards us for what felt like an hour.'04 Aug 11:23 PM
EnvironmentWaikato eco-sanctuary first site to receive kōkako from HunuaOnce on the brink of local extinction, the Hunua Ranges kōkako have slowly bounced back.30 Jun 04:07 AM
New ZealandFeral goats' days numbered in 'unique' conservation parkAn eradication programme has won a $750,000 government grant to get it started.25 Jun 07:40 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Chlöe Swarbrick and the lost lessons of Monopoly Opinion: Why do we find it so hard to take Green economic planning seriously?17 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland's first electric ferry is on the waterThe vessel, made locally, will carry up to 200 passengers and take 10 minutes for a top-up charge. Video / Dean PurcellWatch11 Jun 02:33 AM
Environment'Really nice guy': US talk show host Conan O'Brien meets Kiwi namesake in viral clip The US host joked: 'I've never met someone with the same name as me'.03 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandSea Shepherd ship docks in Auckland, offering free public toursThis weekend visitors can tour a ship used to shadow Southern Ocean fishing trawlers.30 May 02:18 AM
EnvironmentMetService Midday Weather: May 30 2025MetService Midday Weather: May 30 2025. Video / MetServiceWatch30 May 01:45 AM
New ZealandSave the Kiwi!' 10 Kiwi bird released onto Waiheke Island10 kiwi were transferred from neighbouring Pōnui Island to Te Matuku Peninsula at the eastern end of Te Motu-ārai-roa/Waiheke Island. Video / NZ HeraldWatch17 May 05:00 PM
EnvironmentOn The Up: Fans rally to help Kiwi death metal band hit by theft on European tourThousands of euros in gear and cash were stolen from their tour van while the band slept.14 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandAnother protected bird euthanised after found with injuryRecently, Auckland Zoo put down an Antipodean albatross. Now another bird was put down.13 May 01:28 AM
New Zealand'Significant milestone': Kākāpō boom in WaikatoIt's been the first time in more than a century that the sound has been heard in Waikato.01 May 05:46 AM
Driven Car GuideCupra Formentor V e-Hybrid first drive: now with extra voltiosCupra has added plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) technology to its sporty coupe-SUV.28 Sep 03:00 AM
Driven Car GuideTesla to open up NZ supercharger network to non-Tesla EVsCharging network receives a boost after Tesla opens up its superchargers to non-Tesla EVs.28 Sep 01:00 AM
Driven Car GuideToyota to triple EV production as competition heats upToyota has revealed plans to triple its EV production by 2025.27 Sep 06:17 PM
Driven Car GuideFord Ranger turns into 6x6 hybrid beast with 3800kg max payloadCould this be the ultimate ute adventure machine?27 Sep 03:00 AM
Driven Car GuideReport: 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance could get new motorUpdated VIN may have inadvertently given us a clue about the new powertrain.26 Sep 10:00 PM
Driven Car GuideMG4 vs GWM Ora: ultimate cheap EV shootoutWe take an up-close look at two of NZ's cheapest new EVs.26 Sep 03:00 AM
Driven Car GuideBYD launches Yangwang U8 Premium Edition hybrid SUVBYD's new large SUV will have 1000km range, 900kW of power and will float.25 Sep 10:00 PM
Driven Car GuideLexus open to building electric ute if demand is thereLexus will be leading EV development within the Toyota group.25 Sep 01:00 AM
Environment'Stay away': Venomous sea snake found alive at Ōmaha BeachDoC advises people and dogs to avoid the southern end of the beach.26 Apr 11:32 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKim KnightKim Knight: Val Kilmer, Cookie Bear and The Body Shop - a Gen X lamentOPINION: 'Everything good gets discontinued.'12 Apr 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Chlöe Swarbrick v Chris Bishop and the Investment SummitOPINION: Will growth solve the nation's ills or does it depend on the kind of growth?10 Mar 04:00 PM
EnvironmentPhotographing nature - a true contestThis online-only contest showcases the best of nature photography.08 Mar 01:35 AM
EducationPay parity scheme for early childhood teachers scrappedNew ECE teachers will lose up to $22m over two years due to funding changes.24 Jul 07:26 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChris Abercrombie: NCEA changes must build on what works, not destroy itOPINION: Reform should be thoughtful, build on its strengths and listen to communities.24 Jul 06:00 PM
EducationWhy schools are moving away from NCEA and is there anything better?Dr Nina Hood from the Education Hub is with us to discuss the future of high schooling in NZ.Watch24 Jul 05:00 PM
EducationPolytech changes will cost 1000 jobs, 500 courses, Cabinet paper revealsNine polytechnics will become stand-alone institutes next year.24 Jul 12:28 AM
OpinionOpinion: The rise and fall of open-plan classrooms in NZ schoolsOPINION: The Education Minster says open-plan classrooms in NZ schools are to be scrapped.22 Jul 08:11 PM
PremiumPremiumTechnologyWhy AI chatbots are replacing friends for some Kiwi kidsNearly a quarter of NZ kids use AI for emotional support, says Norton.22 Jul 05:00 PM
EducationHow Māori and Pasifika roots helped these students get to HarvardTwo Rotorua Boys’ High alumni credit their cultural identity for Ivy League success.19 Jul 08:29 PM
New Zealand'Abandonment': Fears NCEA could be left behind as top schools switchOne-third of Year 11 students didn't take NCEA 1 in 2024, as Cambridge exams demand grows.18 Jul 05:00 PM
BusinessGovernment’s giant broadband, internet security upgrade underway for 2500 schools as 2degrees and Palo Alto Networks surplant Spark and Fortinet2degrees and Palo Alto Networks replace Spark and Fortinet.17 Jul 02:00 AM
EducationCharter schools told to keep enrolment numbers secretThe Charter School Agency has told charter schools to keep enrolments secret.15 Jul 09:16 PM
