PremiumPremiumAnalysisEthan ManeraAnalysis: Government nudges councils to amalgamate, is bigger really better?As major reforms loom, experts warn bigger councils aren’t automatically more efficient.05 May 10:00 PM
New ZealandMeet the Kiwi developers who just landed a movie deal with 20th Century FoxKieft, Hufton and Angland met on Roblox as 13-year-olds and now develop games fulltime.02 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandLower North Island meat and cosmetics theft ring: Four before the courtPolice have arrested four people, who they expect to link to other crimes in the lower NI.02 May 12:40 AM
WellingtonBody found in burned-out car on Kāpiti beachPolice were notified of a vehicle fire about 12.45am on the beach near Peka Peka Rd.23 Apr 08:29 PM
New ZealandShow me the money! Rotorua ticket among big Lotto winsAn Auckland ticket from Whitcoulls Glenfield has won a $5.5m Powerball prize.22 Apr 07:47 PM
New ZealandLocal state of emergency ends for Hutt City Council, residents urged to remain alert22 Apr 03:57 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionErica Lloyd: Auckland has the bones to be a global deep tech hub – if it backs itselfRocket Lab and LanzaTech alumni are spawning new deep tech ventures across the city.28 Mar 12:00 AM
Project AucklandPort of Auckland unveils mega cruise ship terminal and 24/7 freight pushAuckland cruise terminal upgrade aims to double ship calls and visitorsWatch27 Mar 04:19 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
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New ZealandWhen Cyclone Vaianu will hit your region: Following the path of storm down North Island Coromandel and Great Barrier Island under rare red strong wind warning for Sunday. 10 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandDad of teen farewelled at chaotic boy racer meet says ‘his heart is still beating’The boy's father wanted to change the stereotype around boy racers after his son's death.08 Apr 06:25 AM
New ZealandPolice association awaits new law after 'horrendously disappointing' 200-car boy-racer gatheringPolice in full riot gear swept through Manawatū at a gathering of more than 200 cars.05 Apr 07:01 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisEthan ManeraAnalysis: Government nudges councils to amalgamate, is bigger really better?As major reforms loom, experts warn bigger councils aren’t automatically more efficient.29 Mar 11:00 PM
WellingtonNZ Post backs down on decision to pull services for 10 lucky storesWellington's Marsden Books was one of 10 successful stores around the country. 29 Mar 07:36 AM
Wellington'Pretty stupid': Teenager applying for supermarket job says AI made false comments about his personalityThe AI told Jesse he might “struggle with distractions" when doing mundane tasks.24 Mar 06:00 PM
The CountryLow‑emitting bull research outcome ‘a little disappointing’Setback for new research on whether low-emitting bulls pass traits onto milking daughters.05 May 10:36 PM
The CountryDairy prices lift as GDT rebounds 1.5%Whole milk powder rose 2.2% to an average of US$3741 per metric tonne.05 May 09:18 PM
The CountryHow can foreign butter (and veges) be cheaper than New Zealand-made?Only about 4% of butter eaten here was imported in the past year.05 May 08:06 PM
The CountryWeather whiplash: Drier than usual next few months as El Nino pattern nearsHumid wet weather is slowly being replaced by cooler, drier conditions as winter looms.05 May 04:00 AM
The CountryThe Country: World turmoil and NZ trade with Michael EveryJamie Mackay talks to Michael Every, Jo Luxton and Paul Walker.05 May 02:00 AM
The CountryConcerns grow for missing Kapuka farmer Kevin Belling, searches turn up no tracePolice urge rural residents to check their properties and report any sightings.05 May 01:46 AM
Driven Car GuideLexus RZ EV gets radical price rethink for NZ: now cheaper than the RX hybridLexus NZ says Kiwis won't accept a high-priced pure-electric car.05 May 06:05 AM
Driven Car GuideGoodbye Google Assistant, hello Gemini: cars with Google Built-in to get AI assistantGemini will answer vehicle-specific questions using manufacturer-provided owner’s manuals.05 May 04:05 AM
Driven Car GuideHyundai unveils next-gen infotainment complete with an AI assistantHyundai Motor Group plans to fit Pleos Connect to 20 million vehicles by 2030.05 May 02:05 AM
Driven Car GuideThe Honda ZR-V wasn’t broken, so Honda didn’t fix itThe small SUV gets a refresh for 2026 with minimal changes, but some excellent additions.05 May 12:05 AM
OneRoofHigh-profile celeb loses iconic boatshed to locals looking for place to store their toysNgapipi Road property had been on the market with an asking price of $1.69m.05 May 10:00 PM
OneRoofChateau Tongariro bid deadline passes - local and overseas players in the mix Multiple parties express interest in restoring the historic lodge.05 May 08:57 PM
OneRoofWhere Rings stars smoked cigars and drank rum: Iconic NZ haunt for sale for $2m Havana Bar and Restaurant up for grabs as owners call it quits after 35 years.05 May 07:55 PM
OneRoofPop star’s shopping spree: What he paid for dodgy pub and nearby panel beatersMusician's recent purchases add to his growing property portfolio. 05 May 07:40 PM
OneRoofCoffee baron sells his cliff-top home to US buyer: 'You’ve got to let go of some stuff'Havana co-founder is downsizing his property portfolio.05 May 08:29 AM
OneRoofTrader takes a hit after fire guts reno projectThe property was uninsured, and the owner just wanted to move on.05 May 08:15 AM
New ZealandStrike of luck! Rotorua and Tauranga Lotto players win bigFour players Bay of Plenty-wide cashed in over the weekend. 22 Mar 10:05 PM
New ZealandFamily vow to rebuild 46-year business after huge fireThe blaze on John F Kennedy Drive took about 11 hours to contain. 19 Mar 08:28 PM
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 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
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
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
