New ZealandIs Ashburton's water supply a health risk to babies? Council denies Greenpeace claims Greenpeace tests have shown high nitrate levels in Ashburton's drinking water.15 Apr 01:00 AM
New ZealandMan appears in court on Kawakawa murder charge Police say the man's body was found in a vehicle at a carpark in Kawakawa on Sunday.15 Apr 12:35 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: How a 2400km journey in a Mini transformed a Wairoa couple into heroesThe McNabbs raise over $40k for KidsCan in epic Pork Pie Charity Run.15 Apr 12:18 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFerrari-driving gang member admits importing 613kg drugs, faces losing $7m in assetsThe main target in Operation Weirton has pleaded guilty on the eve of High Court trial.15 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: From tricycle to triumph - Young BMX champ aims for OlympicsMaddy, 13, is a four-time national BMX champion with sights firmly fixed on the Olympics.15 Apr 12:00 AM
New Zealand'I think they’re pretty cute': Rare Gollum fish a precious findThe large-eyed fish is named after the Lord of the Rings character.14 Apr 11:57 PM
New Zealand'Everything but the kitchen sink': Kōhanga reo burglary shockThe facility remains closed as whānau deal with the loss of resources.14 Apr 11:19 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthOpinion: Why traditional feasts still matter in today's worldOPINION: Traditions change but the importance of sharing food hasn't.14 Apr 10:57 PM
New ZealandWarnings upgraded: 140km/h gales, torrential downpours to lash upper North Island for 41hrs Thunderstorms, 180mm of rain from tonight in upper NI, tree and powerline damage likely.14 Apr 10:49 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Motorised duck wins race in front of record crowdThe Great Tauranga Duck Race 2025 has raised nearly $35,000 for local organisations14 Apr 10:17 PM
New ZealandOn the Up: The young builder from Flaxmere aiming for national gloryGoulton will compete in the national in Hamilton for the Ken Read Trophy and a $10k prize.14 Apr 10:14 PM
New ZealandBone at Hastings work site identified; what you should do if you discover bonesPolice should be contacted immediately if you find a bone suspected of being human.14 Apr 09:50 PM
New ZealandTaupō Ironman event generates $23m visitor spending for the regionTaupō District Council estimates the December event earned $50m for New Zealand.14 Apr 09:02 PM
New Zealand‘That’s cowardice’: Councillor condemns gendered online threatsHawke's Bay mayors urge respect, condemning personal attacks on social media.14 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandCrime proceeds could fund drug addiction help, Mental Health Minister saysThe Mental Health Minister says crime proceeds could help fund meth addiction services.14 Apr 07:00 PM
New Zealand'We see a lot of tears': Hastings opens social supermarket for those in needSocial supermarket set to address food insecurity in Hastings.14 Apr 06:11 PM
New ZealandFar North news briefs - blockages close dump station, fundraiser's $6k and new play areaNews snippets from the Far North.14 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandPHOTOS: Kaitāia Primary School celebrates 150 years Kaitāia Primary marks 150th birthday with week-long celebration14 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandPrestigious Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award has five Northland finalistsFive Northlanders among 41 finalists in Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award14 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Musician with Down syndrome finds voice through transformative therapy'Music is the most powerful thing in the world,' says Eskavan McCartney.14 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Rural doctor shortage - how one medical programme is solving the crisisWest Coast GP plays key role in University of Otago's Rural Medical Immersion Programme.14 Apr 05:05 PM
New ZealandFatal leap: Man drowns after slipping in gumboots while rock fishingA coroner has highlighted the dangers of rock fishing after Cameron Zimmerman's death.14 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Hallelujah': Driving instructors react to proposed licence changesPractical licence set to be scrapped described as 'a joke' and 'not good'.14 Apr 05:00 PM
Property'Enormously relieved' - Ex-mayor sells much-loved bach to localsThere had been overseas interest in the holiday home.14 Apr 08:18 AM
New Zealand'Sex on the leather couch': Doctor faces tribunal for 'blurring professional boundaries'The doctor denies that any sexual activity took place while at his work.14 Apr 08:00 AM
New ZealandRevealed: Motorcyclist who killed couple on pedestrian crossing has rap sheetA jury has found motorcyclist Mark Kimber guilty of manslaughter.14 Apr 07:00 AM
New ZealandTauranga man accused of stealing ambulance equipment He is also charged with unlawfully possessing police property.14 Apr 05:07 AM
New ZealandEnd of East Coast era as keys to Hughie Hughes’ multifaceted business handed over'I’m going to retire and lie back and make like a 90-year-old.'14 Apr 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Mission critical': Business leaders push for inclusion as NZ demographics evolveMore than 80 business leaders met at Waitangi to discuss workplace inclusion.14 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandIcy plunge: Temperatures to drop 10C as snow hits southA cold, punchy southerly is set to bring a cold snap over much of the country. 14 Apr 03:11 AM
New Zealand'Really good test': Apprentice challenge winners head to nationalsApprentices had eight hours to construct a planter box using traditional joinery.14 Apr 02:45 AM
New Zealand'In the firing line': Northland braces for severe gales and heavy rainHeavy rain and easterly gales are expected for the upper North Island this week.14 Apr 02:32 AM
New ZealandTreaty Principles Bill with David Seymour on The CountryPhil Duncan, David Seymour, Tom Young, and Dom Jones.14 Apr 02:30 AM
New ZealandHawks keep in touch in NBLDan Grida came to HB as an Australian NBL champ. Now he's making it with the Hawks.14 Apr 02:17 AM
