New ZealandSevere thunderstorm warning lifted, but flooding closes highwaysTorrential rain and damaging wind gusts are possible for the lower North Island.17 Apr 09:51 PM
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
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
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
Monday16°C9°CShowers, easing for a time in the morning and afternoon. Southerlies, becoming strong in the morning.
New ZealandGisborne councillors back waste hub site despite mana whenua oppositionCouncillors backed 275 Lytton Rd despite opposition from Te Kurī ā Tuatai Marae.13 Mar 04:27 AM
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
The CountryTruck catches fire on Auckland motorwayA passing motorist captured a photo of the truck burning in the emergency lane.17 Apr 11:13 PM
OpinionKem OrmondWhat makes NZ native plants so special: Kem OrmondOPINION: I don’t think some of us appreciate how beautiful NZ natives actually are.17 Apr 05:00 PM
The CountryFrom sharemilkers to co-owners: Waikato couple eye full farm ownership nextThe van Heuvens will shift from sharemilking to a 50% equity partnership in June.17 Apr 05:00 PM
The Country'Thinking outside the box': The Samoan officer reshaping RSE worker welfare'I really wanted to get out in the field with workers and amongst the work they're doing.'17 Apr 04:59 PM
The CountrySH1 southbound opened after tractor crash at PōkenoPolice say one person appears to have suffered moderate injuries in the 2.30pm crash.17 Apr 05:27 AM
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
Driven Car GuideHamilton-based FTN Motion has revealed a new model, the Streetdog XR, with a higher top speed and a raft of improvements.The XR replaces the 80 in the Streetdog range, while the 50 also gets a range of upgrades.18 Apr 04:05 AM
Driven Car GuideThe Dongfeng 007 nails the looks, but lacks the substance.The 007 looks like it should cost more, but it drives about right for what it does cost.18 Apr 02:05 AM
Driven Car GuideHonda wants to get you interested in its tiny Super-One city EV. We already are.The company is asking for expressions of interest in the Super-One; sign up, get info.18 Apr 12:05 AM
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
OneRoof‘Thirsty boys’ for sale for over $1m - out-of-town buyers hot for DunedinInvestors spy cash in student flats.17 Apr 11:39 PM
OneRoofKiwi expats snap up Queen Mum’s historic retreat after foreign buyer bows outGreenhill Lodge finds new owners, as sale deadline looms for another historic estate. 17 Apr 07:07 PM
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 07:00 PM
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
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
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
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
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
New ZealandPolice name victims of Paekākāriki Hill helicopter crashThe pair were killed when their aircraft went down last week.02 Feb 05:34 AM
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
