New Zealand'I took an oath': Holidaying Kiwi cop spoils custard protest targeting Crown Jewels in LondonSenior Constable Mark Strongman detained two protesters at the Tower of London.09 Dec 10:50 PM
New ZealandToxic algal bloom in Tukituki River leads to health warning'Exposure may cause skin rashes, nausea, stomach cramps, tingling and numbness.'09 Dec 10:49 PM
New ZealandTeenage Dirtbag hitmakers to play intimate show for 200 people in NapierA Napier man's bringing a band to his hometown with a hit so big it still reverberates.09 Dec 10:22 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: The 13-year-old author mixing rugby skills with mental health lessonsHe wants other kids to know life’s tackles don’t have to 'take away your shine'.09 Dec 09:40 PM
New ZealandGovt’s feral cat changes ‘validate’ Nelson Tasman rulesNelson and Tasman added feral cats to their pest plan a year before Wellington.09 Dec 08:31 PM
New ZealandDream fishing charter trip ends in nightmare after two injured crossing infamous Pātea barMaritime NZ says passengers were not properly briefed on the risky Pātea bar.09 Dec 08:04 PM
New ZealandNew rules for small-scale butchersThe Government is looking to cut red tape for small meat processors.09 Dec 07:33 PM
New Zealand'Massive achievement': Kiwi Titus Proctor claims second world title at 21He becomes the first New Zealand male to hold the WBC Muay Thai world belt.09 Dec 05:31 PM
New ZealandRāhui placed along Mount Maunganui coast to protect kaimoanaPāua numbers in the area have dropped by more than 50%.09 Dec 05:30 PM
New ZealandDignity on the job: New partnerships bringing period care to worksitesUrban Homes apprentice Sydney Gill says the change saves time and normalises talk. 09 Dec 05:05 PM
New Zealand'Buy a Central HB landmark': Huge historic homestead with truffle farm for saleTruffles, history and a luxury retreat all in one could be yours at Wallingford.09 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandGirl dies after falling from quad bike driven by father into mower towed behind Her father and another relative rushed to the girl’s aid but she was in a 'dire condition'09 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Turn your hearing aids up': Supergran DJ to make Rhythm and Vines debut, and historySuperGrans will run a GranStand chill zone with kai, games and alcohol-free drinks.09 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'The cost of these things is ridiculous': Blind Kiwis priced out of life-changing techSome 58% of disabled New Zealanders earn $30,000 or less a year.09 Dec 04:00 PM
PropertyHot Water Beach campground sold to Aussie chain for more than $16m“We pretty much got to name our price.”09 Dec 06:36 AM
PropertyHidden mansion built from recycled bridges and old buildings hits marketRiverside property boasts turrets, stained glass windows and - ahem - an outdoor pool.09 Dec 06:20 AM
New Zealand'Mistaken vigilante justice': Autistic man violently attacked on the street by trioThe victim was pushed to the ground, then kicked and punched in the head and chest.09 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Take extra care': Fire crews battle vegetation blaze by Karāpiro highwayCambridge, Tīrau and Matamata crews are there with three fire engines and a water tanker.09 Dec 04:33 AM
New ZealandACC's financial squeeze: The human tollFor nearly half of those exited, ACC cannot clearly say why they were cut off.09 Dec 04:00 AM
CrimeWoman hacked ex's social media and created fake dating profile for his mumShe demanded $5000 and threatened to post his and his family's details online.09 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandStreet racer avoids conviction after injuring spectator during burnoutThe victim was hit and launched into the air before landing heavily on the road.09 Dec 03:53 AM
SportFrom cricket to the fairway: Northland trio enter Guinness World Record books for longest golf ball catchThe record has been confirmed by Guinness World Records.09 Dec 03:33 AM
New ZealandMPI confirms no hornet nest found in Bay of PlentyOfficials urge people to send photos to MPI rather than removing nests themselves.09 Dec 02:28 AM
New ZealandNapier MP Katie Nimon returns to Parliament with baby boy'Lots of people have come over for cuddles, he’s a bit of an attraction.'09 Dec 02:22 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Transformational': Business groups, farmers, welcome RMA reforms Federated Farmers described it as a 'red letter day' for the agricultural sector. 09 Dec 02:08 AM
New ZealandNorthland solar farm to power Ryman retirement villages nationwideThe Maungatūroto solar farm will supply about two-thirds of Ryman villages' power needs.09 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Who is Mike Petersen's Ag Person of the Year?Mike Petersen, Richard Dawkins, Todd Charteris, Farmer Tom Martin and Jo Luxton. 09 Dec 01:08 AM
New ZealandSub-four-minute mile for Havelock North runner in the USKarsen Vesty did what only 51 Kiwis have managed before – and still finished 11th.09 Dec 12:51 AM
WorldTrump announces $19 billion tariff relief for farmersMost of the money will flow through a new Farmer Bridge Assistance scheme.09 Dec 12:34 AM
New ZealandLarge Tongariro blaze believed to have started accidentally An air fleet will help 30 firefighters tackling the blaze on the ground. 09 Dec 12:32 AM
Politics‘Single largest economic reform in a generation’: Govt bins RMA and reveals what will replace itControversially, the new RMA reforms will mean councils paying for some regulations. 09 Dec 12:05 AM
New ZealandMotorcycle racing elite gather in Taupō for Suzuki Series openerThe 17th Suzuki International Series ends with Whanganui's Boxing Day street race.08 Dec 11:44 PM
New ZealandPine forest owner praises response as 5ha Hawke's Bay blaze containedThe fire was detected early by one of Pan Pac's contractors.08 Dec 10:58 PM
New ZealandRunning star's record-breaking spikes top most-viewed auctions of 2025A Queenstown escape for St John and retro Coca-Cola cans also cracked the top 10.08 Dec 10:56 PM
