New ZealandHawke’s Bay bowlers make strong start at National Summer GamesHawke's Bay has sent 50 athletes to contest six sports in Christchurch.11 Dec 09:24 PM
AgribusinessComvita strikes lender deal as it seeks at least $25m lifelineThe lender deal extends key banking facilities out to April 30, 2026.11 Dec 08:57 PM
New ZealandThe 90-year-old widower who walked 7300km in three years He walked many miles with his wife, and many more to process his grief after her death.11 Dec 08:20 PM
New Zealand'Nowhere near enough': Funding battle brews after 780-tonne lake weed clean-upTwo regions known for their stunning lakes – but one gets much more cash to tackle weed.11 Dec 08:20 PM
New Zealand'It meant the world': Parents praise charity after son's brain scareSurgeons cut into Maceo's skull to drain fluid as an infection threatened his life.11 Dec 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Completely out of the blue': Hastings artist wins $100k residency in New YorkAna Iti almost missed the phone call that would change her life.11 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandAs young boy battles leukaemia, family finds comfort in Ronald McDonald HouseRonald McDonald House says surging demand means they can no longer accommodate everyone.11 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'He had big plans': Farmer killed in crash was planning marriage proposal Tony Fox, 34, died when a car hit a power pole on SH2 near Karangahake.11 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAircraft near-collision 'too close', investigators call for urgent overhaulA safety authority urges major changes after two planes were put on a collision course.11 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas comes early for fans of speed reductionsSections of SH25 in the Coromandel will drop to 50km/h before the summer holiday peak.11 Dec 07:48 AM
New ZealandMultiple arrests after meth found in wastewater testingDrugs, weapons and cash were seized as part of the operation.11 Dec 07:15 AM
Crime'Pure acts of evil': Two victims face their abuser after years of repeated sexual abuse George Ace's historical offending against two children spanned several years.11 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand'He was very, very lucky': Rescue after elderly boatie catapulted into waterIt was a case of the right place at the right time when a mayday call came in.11 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandFan sales go 'ballistic' as Bay sizzles in scorching start to summerTauranga hit a December record high of 31.2C on Sunday, with Rotorua's temp a near-record.11 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandPolice use of force 'unjustified', but not after man threatened to harm himselfThe IPCA finds police misunderstood their powers and entered the man's house unlawfully.11 Dec 04:00 AM
New Zealand'He's not like others': Ten-year-old goes viral for mowing kaumātua lawns for freeYoung boys usually enjoy playing video games, but not Harry Muru-Kete, his dad says.11 Dec 04:00 AM
New Zealand'All hell broke loose': Wild cross-country chase after suspected scallop poachingTwo men were caught after a brief chase through Headland Farm Park in Whangārei Heads.11 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandPolice charge three over Hamilton copper theftsThe alleged thefts targeted reels of copper at a Frankton commercial site.11 Dec 02:42 AM
New ZealandBeach community faces toilet flushing restrictions as water source runs near-dryCouncil water tankers are now trucking in supplies to keep taps running.11 Dec 02:40 AM
New Zealand‘Gross misjudgment and disrespect’: Deputy mayor slams McGrath's failed committee moveSally Crown told the meeting the mayor’s proposal had blindsided councillors.11 Dec 01:47 AM
Crime'Violent behaviour is unacceptable': Police hunt group after store robberyCash and cigarettes were stolen before the group fled on foot. 11 Dec 01:37 AM
New ZealandWinston Peters talks polls on The CountryEmma Higgins, Winston Peters, Kate Acland, Hayes Garland and Chris Russell. 11 Dec 01:22 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: From primary school dream to 50-year dance legacy for two best friends'When we were 10 years old, we started to talk about opening our own school.'11 Dec 01:06 AM
New ZealandState Highway 2 to get new $64m+ bridge, Bishop announcesConstruction of the two-lane bridge is expected to start in mid-2027.11 Dec 01:02 AM
New ZealandBaby boom: Critically endangered wētā thrive in breeding programme The insects are growing larger than any previously recorded at Mahoenui Reserve.11 Dec 01:01 AM
New ZealandYellow-legged hornet watch zone more than doubles on North Shore, extends across bridgeThe new surveillance zone now stretches into large areas of Auckland.11 Dec 12:26 AM
CrimeThree more teens charged with murder over Kyle Whorrall's bus stop deathDetectives executed simultaneous warrants in Kaikohe, Mt Wellington and Manurewa today.10 Dec 10:27 PM
New ZealandBrave 7-year-old takes on Tryathlon after major health battleThe Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon series has involved over 500,000 children since 1992.10 Dec 10:24 PM
New ZealandRevamped Tauranga Business Awards promises performance insightsRadio hosts' on-stage winner interviews will reveal how top local firms achieved success.10 Dec 10:23 PM
Agribusiness'Too much milk for the market': Farmers can expect weaker milk prices – RabobankDairy prices are under downward pressure from strong supply globally.10 Dec 10:01 PM
New ZealandGreat white likely behind shark fin sighting at Whangārei Heads beachThe shark was spotted on Sunday afternoon at Whangārei Heads by a beachgoer. 10 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandDrunken skipper Travis Whiteman fined for reversing into swimmers with propellor Both women suffered permanent scarring and ongoing psychological trauma.10 Dec 08:59 PM
New ZealandWest Coast leaders warn councils can’t afford SNA payoutsAllan Birchfield says councils are too indebted to make significant natural areas payouts.10 Dec 08:55 PM
New Zealand'Powerful example': Teen's 13 years of perfect school attendance honouredCasey Paul has not missed a single day since starting school.10 Dec 08:10 PM
