New Zealand‘Massive problem’: Man five times over limit drank bottle of vodka then ‘went for a drive’The 35-year-old had been sentenced just months earlier for the same thing.18 Mar 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessEconomy in line for $10 billion boost if farmgate milk price stays highA back-to-back $10/kg milk price would put money in farmers' back pockets.18 Mar 02:31 AM
KahuNotorious criminal Dean Wickliffe on hunger strike, alleging assault by prison guardDean Wickliffe started his hunger strike on March 10, seeking dignity and fair treatment.18 Mar 01:28 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAfter 16 national titles, 33-year-old runner gets her world championship call-upIt's been a 15-year wait for Laura Nagel, who ran at the world junior champs in 2010.18 Mar 01:09 AM
New ZealandWhy a charity drive is a lifeline for families like Emma’sEmma had open-heart surgery at four days old.18 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandTodd McClay talks trade with India on The CountryTodd McClay, Damien O'Connor, Matt Chisholm, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, and Todd Clark.18 Mar 12:51 AM
New ZealandWatch: Napier athlete takes Winter Special Olympics silver, missing gold by 0.1 seconds'Mum, Dad, I’m here. Dream come true.'18 Mar 12:27 AM
New ZealandNapier’s Tim Clayton secures silver at Winter Special Olympics in Italy, just 0.1s from goldTim Clayton claimed a silver medal at the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin. Video / Rafaella MeloWatch18 Mar 12:08 AM
New ZealandCopper network outage hits 117 customers in Western Bay of PlentyChorus's copper network is down in parts of Western Bay of Plenty and Tauranga.18 Mar 12:07 AM
New Zealand‘Middle class struggle’: Housing costs hit essential workersMarket rent is $650 per week; these homes will rent for $520, saving $6760 annually.17 Mar 11:39 PM
Crime'Trial must be brought to an end': Murder case unexpectedly haltedOnly four of the 31 witnesses had testified before the trial ended.17 Mar 11:35 PM
New ZealandPolice seek man in relation to Ōtorohanga burglariesPolice believed he had information that could assist with inquiries.17 Mar 11:13 PM
New ZealandTruck rolls on SH1 in North Island, one seriously injuredOne person was airlifted in a serious condition.17 Mar 11:02 PM
New Zealand‘Repugnant to justice’: Judge says jail only option for serial shoplifterKenneth Waaka didn't want media to take his photo because he was embarrassed.17 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandChokepoints in a tsunami: New evacuation model set to be revealed for NapierThe roads to safety won’t all be traffic-free for those trying to find high ground.17 Mar 10:44 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthFood for thought: Could you eat only food produced near you?Opinion: “Locavore March” is promoted as the new way of eating with the mind engaged.17 Mar 10:14 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandJuicy Fest, Timeless Summer Tour companies owe more than $2.4mOne ticketholder fears the chances of a refund are 'extremely low'. 17 Mar 10:05 PM
New ZealandPublic warned not to approach wanted manPolice seek Sam Te Puni Tainui, 28, with a warrant for arrest.17 Mar 10:03 PM
New ZealandMitch Rees dominates NZ Superbikes, clinches third national titleHe secured his third title in the premier 1000cc superbike class.17 Mar 10:02 PM
New ZealandClub cricket finals weekend: Taradale on a hot streak at the perfect timeThe unexpected rise of Taradale - can they go all the way this weekend?17 Mar 09:38 PM
New Zealand'It's getting scary now': Drought-hit farmers face harsh winter'At the end of the day, everyone takes their turn at a bad season - this is ours.'17 Mar 08:25 PM
New Zealand‘We all had a ball’: Close to 5000 people taste the best meatballs in HastingsAround 4500 to 5000 people attended the inaugural Hastings event.17 Mar 08:25 PM
New ZealandWild goose chase: Report of swimmers in distress sparks rescue missionRescue teams in Tauranga responded to reports of swimmers in distress.17 Mar 08:03 PM
New ZealandCollege secures regional debating title for third year'Prevalence of technopessimism' subject of grand final debate.17 Mar 08:00 PM
New ZealandTokoroa receives biggest housing boost since the 1970sStrathmore Park is expected to deliver 187 homes in stages.17 Mar 07:26 PM
New Zealand‘Privileged and excited’: Pāpāmoa mum’s journey to Ironman successNicole Storm cried with pride for 30 minutes after finishing her first Ironman.17 Mar 07:08 PM
KahuHow a Kiwi butcher carved her path to a world stage in ParisShe is the only female on the Hellers Sharp Blacks team of six butchers.17 Mar 06:36 PM
CrimeBullets fired into packed rural pub near Wairoa, police investigate gang linksPolice are searching for a white hatchback seen in the area before the shooting.17 Mar 06:02 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessHydro lake levels are at record lows, but that could quickly changeSevere wind and rain forecast for the central and southern parts of the country this week.17 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandFar North news briefs – New sports hub, upgraded tsunami maps and bowel screeningNews snippets from the Far North.17 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland share farmers of the year are Kaitāia coupleFar North couple are 2025 Northland share farmers of the year.17 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandKerikeri-based budgeting and family service closing its doorsFar North budgeting and family service closing after 27 years helping struggling families17 Mar 05:00 PM
Travel newsNew Zealand's Best Baches: Meet this year's 2025 Bach Of The Year winnersAn inside look at the 10 standout private baches recognised in this year’s awards.17 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Red wine’: Taradale’s woman secret to a long life at 100'I feel like I’m having my second childhood.'17 Mar 05:00 PM
