New Zealand'Hellscape': Whakapapa Village evacuated as crews battle Tongariro blazeThe fire is just 20% contained. 09 Nov 04:52 AM
WorldFarmers’ Almanac to publish final edition after more than 200 yearsThe 2026 edition will mark the end of a 208-year publishing run.09 Nov 03:24 AM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorm watch continues across upper North IslandMetService says rainfall could cause flash flooding and hazardous driving.09 Nov 02:57 AM
New ZealandA 'little secret' kept for years: Siblings share shame and hurt after childhood sexual abuseA brother and sister were adults when they realised they'd both been sexually abused.09 Nov 02:30 AM
New Zealand'Welcome to Mordor': Resort owner says massive Tongariro blaze a 'hellscape'About 1100 hectares of bush are now burning in the national park.08 Nov 10:33 PM
All BlacksWhat McKenzie's performance tells us about ABs' resilienceThe All Blacks blew a 17-point lead before McKenzie’s late heroics saved them.08 Nov 10:01 PM
New Zealand'Hawke’s Bay can be tough’: Play puts spotlight on trans life in regional NZ'Accessing healthcare, finding safe spaces, or being respected are still challenges.'08 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke’s Bay among top three most flood-exposed regions in NZ, new rainfall maps show'We’ve looked all around the country and West Coast and Hawke’s Bay and Nelson stand out.'08 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Unspoken crime’: Nail salon owner backs beauty industry crackdown'If I conducted myself how some do, I would be in jail tomorrow.'08 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandRegional buffer zones urged to stop Asian hornet spreadNorthland beekeeper believes regions have two years to stop the hornet spreading.08 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘A simple remedy’: 1930s call to unleash bats against grass grubBats were suggested as 'the natural enemy of the grass grub beetle' in 1933.08 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: Moving house? You've been doing it wrongOPINION: I like the idea of moving house like you’re entering witness protection.08 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandZespri upbeat as Asia markets navigate tough seasonRecord sales in China’s mid‑autumn festival buoyed confidence for growers.08 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondIt's November: Time to grow cucumbers and make elderflower cordialOPINION: Summer's just around the corner and activity in Kem's vege garden is ramping up. 08 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandBody found after Hamilton house fireEmergency crews were called to the Wellington Street blaze just after 6am.08 Nov 07:37 AM
New Zealand'Not under control': Firefighters battle 300ha Tongariro National Park blazeSix brigades and a command unit worked to contain the forest fire.08 Nov 04:48 AM
New Zealand'Motivated out of malice and spite': Woman's deceit leaves trail of victimsSally-Kae French sent fake documents to tribunals and forged emails from authorities. 08 Nov 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Mr Hitler injured me': Wartime survivor still racing at 90At 90, Reg Denny will walk the full 21.1km City to Surf course on Sunday.07 Nov 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: How NZ-India trade could soar if free trade deal finally landsOPINION: Talks have advanced through five rounds in seven months, faster than usual.07 Nov 08:00 PM
New ZealandSerious house fire in Hamilton, 'persons reported' insideOne flat in a block of three was fully engulfed before being contained.07 Nov 06:29 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIconic venue to be upgraded during rare long gap between concertsEvents director Garry Craft said he 'wouldn’t put any money' on a concert this summer.07 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHospital ward built in Auckland to be trucked to Hawke’s BayThe new 28-bed ward will be built offsite and then craned into place in Hastings.07 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Prowler' and isolation: Pensioners fearful over empty council unitsResidents are growing uneasy as dozens of homes lie empty.07 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLuxury Tauranga apartments back on the market after six-month delayThey were pulled from sale in May due to 'challenging market' conditions.07 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow this Southland couple farm with the future in mindGrant and Bernadette Weller prove sustainability and profit can go hand in hand.07 Nov 04:01 PM
New Zealand‘More shopping savvy’: Northlanders rethink how they feed their familiesFamilies are driving six hours to Auckland to buy cheaper butter in bulk.07 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I'm really chuffed': Guinness World Record set in WhanganuiMorris began collecting extensively eight years ago and now has over 1800 Catan items.07 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandWool revival adds extra buzz to Canterbury’s biggest A&P eventA new Wool Zone marquee will feature fashion shows and interactive exhibits. 07 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I believe you': Mum and daughter confront their sexual abuse trauma together'I had a mother who didn’t support me and believe me. I’m not going to be that mother.'07 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Lost trust in humanity': Woman's perpetual fear after brutal attack in own homeThe 33-year-old man ingested half a gram of meth the night before the attack.07 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandMauao closed, police involved as more fireworks let offTauranga City Council said it was preparing to file a police complaint.07 Nov 04:49 AM
New ZealandLate call-up leads Hauraki fighter to victory in controversial 1‑minute fight seriesDan Hooker’s backyard fight series has drawn criticism over safety risks.07 Nov 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSilver Ferns'A sense of fear': Inside Netball NZ's report on Dame Noeline TauruaThe Silver Ferns complaints, which saw Dame Noeline Taurua stood down, have been revealed.07 Nov 03:58 AM
New ZealandFree trade with India would offer 'big opportunities' for RotoruaIndian Trade Minister Piyush Goyal visited the city during his first official visit to NZ.07 Nov 03:05 AM
