New Zealand'Stupid and immature': Hoons' burnouts at intersection contributed to tourist's death near HastingsA coroner said the damage to the intersection was a contributing factor to the collision.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'It was a shock': NZ trade group warns NZ will be worse off under 15% US tariff regimeThe change will make it harder for NZ to compete with Australia in beef exports to the US.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Cheaper than supermarkets': Trust's new mission for accessible foodCheaper butter is next on the list for Taimahi Trust's expanding store.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandLego master and ex-Green MP among candidates for Gisborne councilVoting opens September 9 and closes midday on October 11.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPerson seriously injured after vehicle crashes 100m down bank in WaikatoDrivers are being told to delay travel to Kāwhia as State Highway 31 is down to one lane.04 Aug 07:41 AM
New ZealandMt Eden inmate Robert Fitzpatrick named as alleged murder victimA 32-year-old man has been charged with Fitzpatrick's murder.04 Aug 07:12 AM
CrimeConvicted murderer found guilty of sexually violating a young girl decades onSydney Bristow was involved in a 1999 New Year's Day murder at Ōmapere Beach.04 Aug 06:00 AM
New ZealandPower cut as crash takes out pole in MamakuA crash on Maraeroa Rd wiped out a power pole, cutting power for nine hours.04 Aug 05:30 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBaby in bus case: Community blindsided by incident involving well-known familyThe defendant was bright and engaging as a child and positive things were expected of her.04 Aug 05:15 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRare rescue: 'The textbooks don’t tell you what to do with a constipated petrel'The blue petrel is believed to be the first nursed back to health in Hawke's Bay. 04 Aug 04:14 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNCEA abolition makes things 'clearer' for students, murkier for teachersHawke's Bay principals share their thoughts on the overhaul of high school qualifications.04 Aug 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyAuckland First XV semis decided, rivals to clash for Canterbury titleThe semifinals and finals around the country have been decided.04 Aug 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyNZ can absorb 15% tariff shock – ANZ group chief economist Trump tariffs will hurt exports but the macroeconomy can cope, an economist says.04 Aug 03:00 AM
New ZealandOperator of troubled Kāeo water scheme trespassed from plantThe operator was trespassed from Kāeo’s treatment plant over unpaid rent.04 Aug 02:44 AM
New ZealandBack to school with David Seymour on The CountryDavid Seymour, Riley Kennedy, Chris Brandolino, and Farmer Tom Martin. 04 Aug 02:11 AM
New ZealandStolen vehicle crashes on highway south of Hastings after police pursuit abandonedOne person in serious condition was taken to Hawke’s Bay Hospital.04 Aug 02:00 AM
New ZealandPolice seek video from hip-hop event in Hamilton murder probeOfficers also want to speak to people about three specific vehicles in Hamilton CBD.04 Aug 01:27 AM
New ZealandEngineer honoured for leadership in empowering women in constructionArden Hermans founded Girls in Infrastructure to share how "cool" the industry is.04 Aug 01:00 AM
PoliticsNCEA abolished in 'massive' shake-up of NZ’s main secondary school qualificationTwo new qualifications at Year 12, 13 will replace NCEA after a series of damning reports.04 Aug 12:10 AM
New Zealand'Epitome of the circular economy': Pig farmer's award-winning practicesNZPork award recognises Steve Sterne's 27 years of dedication to excellence in the sector.04 Aug 12:10 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNCEA performance: See how every high school ranks as Govt scraps qualificationExplore the key achievement trends in our interactive.03 Aug 11:05 PM
New ZealandWhy region's rural shoppers face higher prices than urbanitesThe dashboard tracks a 68-item shop across seven supermarkets in Tauranga and Western Bay.03 Aug 10:31 PM
New ZealandĀtiamuri fatal crash victim namedThe crash happened on State Highway 30 at 5am, July 25.03 Aug 10:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'New money': Higher-end housing development sparks strong interestPrices start at $700,000, with home and land packages from $1.4 million.03 Aug 10:31 PM
New ZealandWoman accused of putting toddler in closed suitcase appears in courtPolice say the child was at risk of suffocation, heat exhaustion and trauma. 03 Aug 10:24 PM
New ZealandRaw milk fans keep dairy farmers busy“We’re allowed 30 hours to sell the milk, but we sell out sometimes before 24 hours.”03 Aug 10:09 PM
EnergyMajor energy firms sign deal for strategic reserve at HuntlyGenesis, Meridian Energy, Mercury NZ and Contact Energy agree deal for back-up generation.03 Aug 09:35 PM
New ZealandSub-zero temperatures as cold snap grips NZ - but La Niña's possible return loomsLa Niña may return, bringing warmer, wetter weather until October.03 Aug 05:00 PM
Kahu$28m funding for Northland kura, opposed Kaiwaka school to open by 2028Te Kura o Ngāringaomatariki will move 11km to a new campus in Kaiwaka.03 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldSince wolves’ return, Yellowstone’s aspens are recovering, study findsAspens support habitat and species diversity, researchers said.03 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: The pros and cons of paying down your mortgage fasterMortgage rates are below 5%, offering a stable return.03 Aug 04:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil defers water agreement with iwi until after electionsThe trust board says the decision shows a double standard on consultation.03 Aug 06:18 AM
Christchurch'Rural communities don’t matter': Anger over proposed police cutsPolice plan to cut rural officers, boosting resources in central areas.03 Aug 03:36 AM
New ZealandA couple bought a house in a holiday hotspot. The woman living there refused to leaveThe woman said she was trying to negotiate with the bank and didn't consent to the sale.03 Aug 01:51 AM
