New ZealandHard cash! Midweek windfall for lucky Rotorua Lotto playerThirteen second division winners in Wednesday's draw. 15 Apr 08:08 PM
PremiumSchool Rugby'Bugger me, if that was a forward pass': 50 years later, Nelson v Wellington rivalry runs deepStaunch rugby schools share a rich history.15 Apr 07:01 PM
New Zealand'Tidiest solution': Goldsmith leans towards axing Broadcasting Standards AuthorityIt follows a jurisdiction ruling over Sean Plunket's The Platform.14 Apr 05:00 PM
TravelThe brewers, bakers, roasters and picklers of the Kāpiti CoastNine small-batch-obsessed producers worth seeking out on your next visit. 13 Apr 07:00 PM
WellingtonKayaker's dramatic rescue prompts police warningThe kayaker had no lifejacket, no communication and a craft not suited for the ocean. 13 Apr 02:47 AM
New ZealandWhen Cyclone Vaianu will hit your region: Following the path of storm down North Island 10 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandDad of teen farewelled at chaotic boy racer meet says ‘his heart is still beating’08 Apr 06:25 AM
New ZealandPolice association awaits new law after 'horrendously disappointing' 200-car boy-racer gathering05 Apr 07:01 AM
PremiumAnalysisEthan ManeraAnalysis: Government nudges councils to amalgamate, is bigger really better?29 Mar 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPenny Tucker: Why Auckland must be at the centre of growthCity leaders want a national ports plan so Auckland’s waterfront can be freed up.27 Mar 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumProject AucklandEden Park boss urges Auckland to think bigger on global stageNick Sautner wants Eden Park to anchor a new destination precinct for the city.27 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandLand search begins for new South Auckland hospital site at DruryA new hospital for South Auckland is one step closer, with Health Minister Simeon Brown announcing a land search has begun for the new site.Watch27 Mar 01:34 AM
Project AucklandProject Auckland – Simeon Brown on next steps for Auckland growthMinister for Auckland Simeon Brown is fronting the annual Project Auckland luncheon at the Northern Club today on how to turn the city’s recent momentum into meaningful growth.Watch26 Mar 11:25 PM
Project AucklandCity stakeholders discuss next steps for growth at Project Auckland luncheonSimeon Brown, Desley Simpson, Roger Gray and Carrie Hurihanganui spoke.26 Mar 11:24 PM
Saturday18°C12°CPeriods of rain, possibly heavy with the risk of squally thunderstorms. Strong northerlies.
Monday17°C10°CFine, then a few showers developing in the afternoon. Southerlies, becoming strong in the afternoon.
SportMaking a splash: Dive-bombing stars to watch at Manu World Champs finalsOnly 130 competitors remain in the chase for $40,000 in cash and prizes.12 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandArmed police in tense Kāpiti Coast operation, cordons in placeThe road is closed to traffic while police negotiators speak to a person at the property.11 Mar 05:45 AM
New ZealandWho is responsible for maintenance of this neglected $70k sculpture?The 2011 work honours local voyaging traditions with its red, reed-like moving rods.11 Mar 04:00 AM
WellingtonMan charged with murdering woman at Raumati Beach house The woman was found dead at a Raumati Beach house on February 8. 04 Mar 02:29 AM
WellingtonHighway shut overnight after fatal single-vehicle crash at PaekākārikiPolice say the Serious Crash Unit has completed its scene examination.02 Mar 05:45 PM
GolfOn The Up: Teen amateur eyes rare NZ Open breakthrough after NZ PGA near-missThe 17-year-old St Bede's student was runner-up at the NZ PGA Championship.23 Feb 11:00 PM
The Country'Attendance may be challenged': Rural families fear fuel hit to school term'We’ve got parents that are travelling half an hour at least to get their kids to school.'17 Apr 04:34 AM
The CountryThe Country: Barry Soper on Christopher Luxon's leadershipWayne Langford, H. McKay, Todd Charteris, C. Brandolino, Stu Loe, Stu Duncan, Barry Soper.17 Apr 01:48 AM
The CountryFresh weather warnings as weekend storm rolls inAlready-saturated regions are at risk of more slips and surface flooding.17 Apr 01:30 AM
The CountryGrowing pains for medicinal cannabisSeveral firms have closed since medicinal cannabis was legalised, then regulated in 2020. 16 Apr 09:40 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryTaking the petal off the metal: Region's biggest flower supplier closing after 60 years'We hope we’ve brought some pleasure to lives with our flowers.'16 Apr 06:00 PM
OpinionMiddle East crisis exposes NZ to global fertiliser shock: Where is the plan?Gulf states now supply 36% of global urea exports, led by Iran, Qatar and Saudi Arabia.16 Apr 06:00 PM
Driven Car GuideNew Zealand’s newest car brands for 2026Confused about yet more new car brands? Don't worry, we've got you covered.17 Apr 06:05 AM
Driven Car GuideBejing brand BAIC starts here for NZ, with the X55 petrol-SUVSleek X55 is more urban-focused than the retro-look B30.17 Apr 04:05 AM
Driven Car GuideBig, luxurious and needlessly powerful; the Denza B5 ticks all the boxes. And then some.The Denza B5 Shark-based Leopard takes ute-based 4X4s to a new level.17 Apr 03:10 AM
Driven Car GuideForthing Taikon prices, specification for New Zealand revealedElectrified medium-SUV enters Kiwi market at bargain prices.17 Apr 12:05 AM
OneRoofHow NZ’s oldest pub was saved from the scrap heap: Beer fans shelve retirementHusband and wife have big plans for The Moutere Inn.17 Apr 08:08 AM
OneRoof'Big deal': Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron sells off huge island site and historic homeKawau Island waterfront estate with Lidgard House up for grabs.17 Apr 08:05 AM
OneRoofGlue Brothers' historic mansion for sale - 'it's going to survive anything' Heritage-listed home in wealthy suburb is gorgeous, says record-breaking agent.17 Apr 08:00 AM
OneRoofRich-lister couple got close to $14m for waterfront mansion Glendowie trophy home was snapped up by a foreign buyer.16 Apr 08:27 AM
OneRoofTV glamour home sells to foreign buyer for over $11mCountry estate was given a celebrity-grade makeover by reality TV star.16 Apr 08:20 AM
OneRoofWatch: 80s style icon up for grabs - inside Herne Bay’s $10m-plus penthouse“Let's face it, no one is going to build a 15-storey building in Herne Bay any time soon."16 Apr 08:15 AM
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'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 ZealandGisborne council urged to stop 'appeasing' forestry industryThe group wants the council to block forestry consents on red and orange land.30 Jan 06:12 AM
New ZealandPilot, passenger's bodies recovered from helicopter crash siteWork is continuing to formally identify the dead and to examine the crash scene.28 Jan 08:53 PM
New ZealandArt Deco train tickets: Early bookings urged as Napier excursions returnAbout 2500 tickets have been available for the February 19-23 vintage train rides.28 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPilot, passenger confirmed dead in helicopter crash north of WellingtonWork is continuing to recover the dead and to examine the crash scene.28 Jan 01:27 AM
WellingtonHelicopter crashes in Paekākāriki Hill area near WellingtonEmergency services are searching for a chopper after receiving an automated crash alert. Video / Ethan ManeraWatch27 Jan 11:18 PM
WellingtonPolice urgently search for two missing teenage boys in WellingtonThe two missing teenage boys are aged 15 and 16. 26 Jan 02:19 AM
New ZealandArt Deco steam stalwart, 84, prepares for his final festival journeyArt Deco Festival steam train volunteer Bill Town is calling it a day after over 30 years.25 Jan 10:00 PM
