New ZealandLotto punter's hilarious response after $5 million winThree people split the $15 million Powerball jackpot.19 Feb 03:22 AM
WellingtonTransmission Gully speed limit rising to 110km/h from MondayThe move comes after major fix-ups of the billion-dollar highway, which opened in 2022.11 Feb 10:30 PM
Wellington'Beautiful lady': Woman who died in Kāpiti Coast remembered as 'strong' and a 'soul searcher''She was a soul searcher and a believer in the stars'.11 Feb 02:03 AM
WellingtonMan arrested after police find woman's body at Raumati Beach homeA 24-year-old man will appear in the Porirua District Court later today.08 Feb 07:23 PM
Wellington'I wouldn't have survived': Killed chopper pilot's heroism in crash rememberedIn 1998, Joseph Keeley dragged a badly injured Rick Lucas from a burning wreck. 04 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan killed in Paekākāriki Hill chopper crash lost dad in same way decades ago02 Feb 10:27 PM
OpinionSimon Bridges: Why 2026 will be slow and steady, rather than a boom yearOpinion: Consumer and business sentiment is improving.08 Dec 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard Harman: Tense year ahead as tight Budget, health costs and climate targets collideNicola Willis has just $2.4b new spending to spread across the 2026 Budget.08 Dec 04:00 AM
Dynamic BusinessNew Russell McVeagh boss bets on AI and Queenstown growthRussell McVeagh’s new Queenstown office has already exceeded first-year goals.08 Dec 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCameron Bagrie: Trust, not growth, may decide who wins the 2026 electionOpinion: Inflation still outpaces wages, leaving households feeling poorer.07 Dec 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumDynamic BusinessInside One NZ's push to automate its network with AIOne NZ now runs 31 AI agents beside staff, from billing to network control.07 Dec 05:04 AM
Today21°C9°CPartly cloudy, with the chance of shower about midday. Becoming fine afternoon. Northwesterlies, becoming strong in the afternoon and evening.
Friday19°C15°CMainly fine, chance of a shower. Southwesterlies, turning northwesterly in the morning.
Saturday22°C10°CA few showers clearing to fine in the afternoon. Strong northwesterlies, easing in the evening.
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Mark Mitchell has shown once again he is a leader for a crisis OPINION: Wellington political careerists should stay out of Auckland affairs.23 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Freak accident': Stingray stabs man in abdomen on Kāpiti Coast beachThe man was training for a surf lifesaving event when the accident occurred.13 Jan 06:00 AM
WellingtonUrgent repairs after $1.25b Transmission Gully highway surface peels offThe road requires years more rebuilding work despite opening less than four years ago.09 Jan 03:41 AM
New ZealandFire contained: Crews tackle blaze at former Waikanae religious campThe blaze broke out about 10.15am on Reikorangi Rd, Waikanae.08 Jan 10:52 PM
New ZealandWild weather cuts power, cancels New Year events as warnings roll southAbout 10,000 Tasman homes lost power after trees brought down lines.30 Dec 05:01 AM
New ZealandWild weather: 'District-wide' power outage as storm strikesAn active low-pressure system has caused chaos across NZ. 29 Dec 07:34 AM
The Country$3.2b windfall: Fonterra farmers back $2.00-a-share capital returnThe $2.00 a share payout, totalling about $3.2b, is expected to be tax-free.18 Feb 10:45 PM
The CountryBanks Peninsula farmers and businesses counting the cost of floodsAkaroa logged 243mm in 24 hours, its wettest February day on record.18 Feb 05:46 PM
The CountryHave you seen Kevin? Police continue search for Southland manThe 62-year-old was last seen at his Motu Rimu farm last month.18 Feb 04:43 AM
The CountryHeated debate erupts as Brit claims Aussie milk is superior"I thought you guys were competitive over the rugby league, not milk?"18 Feb 03:31 AM
The Country$10,000 reasons to catch the big oneLines in the water for Gisborne-Tata fishing club's Tuna & Marlin hunt18 Feb 02:45 AM
The CountryAkaroa no longer cut-off after flooded road reopens; mayor and Mark Mitchell front mediaPolice attending a slip in Dunedin and have advised the public to avoid the area. 18 Feb 02:07 AM
Driven Car GuideWhat are New Zealand’s five best used hybrids for under $20,000 (that aren’t Toyotas)?Toyota dominates the used hybrid sector, but what if you want something a bit different?19 Feb 05:05 AM
Driven Car GuideNew Hyundai Palisade for NZ is living it up (efficiently)Hyundai's SUV has turned the luxury up to 11 - but also introduces hybrid power. 19 Feb 03:05 AM
Driven Car GuideMercedes-AMG is sure you need drift mode in your luxury SUVNew GLC 53 4Matic+ packs six-cylinder swagger with 330kW punch.19 Feb 01:05 AM
Driven Car GuideThe Dongfeng Vigo is here: we drive it!Is the Vigo the best value electric SUV in NZ? Dongfeng thinks it is, so we check it out.18 Feb 11:05 PM
OneRoof|UpdatedMuscular townhouse obliterates city's price record - architect not surprisedOnly a handful of homes in Dunedin sell for more than $3m.19 Feb 04:33 PM
OneRoofFormer nunnery with 35 bedrooms and a link to the Bible listed for close to $6mBuyer could demolish the lot and build a townhouse development.19 Feb 07:29 AM
OneRoofDeveloper withdraws home from sale, gives it to sick kidsEvery dollar from house auction will go to hospital fundraiser. 19 Feb 07:20 AM
OneRoofTony Alexander: What the OCR pause - and the bank’s shock omission - means for mortgagesThe new Governor kept the OCR at 2.25% but rate hike likely once inflation drops to 2%.18 Feb 08:09 AM
OneRoofLandmark mansion snapped up after 300 people attend its one and only open home"It's one of those prominent houses you can't help but notice when you drive by it."18 Feb 08:00 AM
OneRoofOff-key and on fire: Real estate duo hit viral jackpot with Bohemian Rhapsody parody“We just want people to laugh with us, really.”18 Feb 07:55 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyHow a teen warehouse job led to a $73m supermarket openingHe started as a picker in a distribution centre, now he's buying a $14m supermarket.28 Dec 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Expect delays': Five injured in SH25 truck crash as holiday traffic ramps around NZStop-go controls are currently in place near the Waihou (Thames) River bridge. 24 Dec 12:10 AM
New ZealandWill it be wet or 30C on Christmas Day? Forecasters reveal where rain and heat most likelyThunderstorms are possible in the western and southern South Island this evening.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland Lotto player scoops $6.2m, others win prizesTicket holders nationwide won between $28,928 and $200,000 last night. 20 Dec 08:13 PM
New ZealandWill it be wet or 30C on Christmas Day? Forecasters reveal where rain and heat most likelyThunderstorms are possible in the western and southern South Island this evening.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland Lotto player scoops $6.2m, others win prizesTicket holders nationwide won between $28,928 and $200,000 last night. 20 Dec 08:13 PM
Crime'It makes you feel sick': A parent's guilt after doctor groomed and abused boysKāpiti Coast GP Jared Cook abused teenage boys after befriending their families. 15 Dec 07:00 AM
New ZealandGisborne yacht club’s future uncertain as hapū seeks council to honour land return commitmentThe Gisborne Yacht Club says it will fold if forced to move from Kaiti Beach.12 Dec 03:00 AM
Wellington'Now is the time': Wellington councils take first step towards amalgamationMayors have revealed early amalgamation talks are underway.11 Dec 03:57 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFonterra's Peter McBride named top chairperson for second timeMcBride first became Fonterra chairman in 2020, guiding major structural reform.04 Dec 04:03 PM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesTower’s digital revamp drives most improved Deloitte award winTower’s share price has soared 40% in 12 months, hitting $1.87 on the NZX.04 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Passing the Deloitte Top 200 batonIt was - and remains - 'the event' on the New Zealand corporate calendar.04 Dec 04:00 PM
AucklandSevere thunderstorm warning lifted but more wild weather on the wayAuckland could see marble-sized hail, small tornadoes and heavy rain tomorrow.02 Dec 04:24 AM
New Zealand'Significant fall from grace': Former Covid response lead stole $1.8m from DHBsAlister Thorby was arrested while trying to board a flight to Australia.02 Dec 02:37 AM
