New Zealand‘I felt extremely exposed’: Physio removed his top while massaging woman, saying he was hotLance Easton had already asked the woman to remove her own top and didn't provide a towel.25 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandFlights cancelled as Whakaari ash cloud disrupts Bay travelSixteen Air New Zealand flights were cancelled as ash drifted over Tauranga.25 Nov 05:18 AM
New ZealandFrom retail to renown: Award-winning Whangārei artist finds voice through whakapapaStudying te reo Māori reshaped Josh Kiwikiwi's sense of identity and transformed his art.25 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandPolice alerted as kids' heart charity targeted in alleged fundraising fraudThe charity has publicly distanced itself from a motorcycle ride planned in its name.25 Nov 04:16 AM
Politics'Most significant changes since 1989': Govt plan would scrap regional councillors in sweeping overhaulMayors would take over regional roles under the new proposal.25 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandUrban oasis: Inside Ponsonby’s hidden community farmTucked in between Ponsonby and Herne Bay is the last place you’d expect to find a farm.25 Nov 03:21 AM
New ZealandHow global beef demand is hitting Maccas' bottom line in New ZealandThe chain exports nearly 30,000 tonnes of beef, about 10% of NZ's total beef exports.25 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandSecond court launches specialist list to cut delays for mentally impaired defendantsGisborne joins Auckland as only the second court with this specialist list.25 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandThree in, three out as Rotorua Trust announces election winnersRotorua Trust election brings three new trustees and a shift in leadership.25 Nov 02:49 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Fonterra update with Miles HurrellMiles Hurrell, Michael Every, Richard Wyeth and Peter Newbold talk to The Country. 25 Nov 02:11 AM
Travel newsDisabled traveller left 'black and blue' after being told to slide down Air NZ plane stairsRachel Adams received an apology and 200 Airpoints Dollars, but says it isn't enough. 25 Nov 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Frenzied': Gang member stomped on inmate in pack attack while on remand for murderThe 39-year-old delivered five kicks or stomps to the victim's head in Rimutaka Prison.25 Nov 01:00 AM
SportFrom cricket to the fairway: Northland trio unofficially claim unique world recordNorthland trio smash world record with daring 261m bare-handed golf ball catch.25 Nov 01:00 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Hawke’s Bay security guard shortage eased by MSD training initiative'If he stays on the road that he’s on, he’s going to be with me for many years.'25 Nov 12:54 AM
New ZealandSerious injury at Ōpōtiki kiwifruit packhouse 'shocking and impactful' - GMWorkSafe investigation under way after woman badly hurt while cleaning. 25 Nov 12:24 AM
CrimeWoman injured in overnight assault at Whangārei homePolice are appealing for sightings of a vehicle leaving the scene at speed.25 Nov 12:23 AM
AucklandUpdate after Waiuku residents told to stay indoors as major fire drains town’s water supplyMore than 60 firefighters battled the Waiuku blaze through the night.24 Nov 11:30 PM
Politics‘Serious shake-up’ of local government that could end regional councils as we know themChristopher Luxon says too many layers of government are slowing progress.24 Nov 11:21 PM
New Zealand‘One tragic moment’: Family mourns 11yo and young brother-in-law after fatal fishing tripJason Paul Wharerau, 11, was found in the water near Parauwanui Beach.24 Nov 10:15 PM
Politics'Who knows what you're voting for': Hipkins takes swipe at NZ First but doesn't rule out allianceThe Labour leader also ruled out any new wealth taxes but will keep its CGT on the table.24 Nov 09:08 PM
AgribusinessFonterra trims milk price forecast as global supply risesFonterra has lifted its 2025/26 milk collection forecast to 1545m kgMS.24 Nov 08:31 PM
New Zealand‘More reliable and quicker’: Broken wastewater plant pipe to be replacedRepairs will take at least a week, with work under way at the Rotorua plant.24 Nov 08:16 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay salon Mèche wins two national awardsTextured bobs, layered cuts, choppy pixies and curtain bangs are so in at Mèche.24 Nov 08:13 PM
New ZealandWaves glow blue: What's causing an 'ethereal' spectacle at PāpāmoaWitness Barbara Cowell, 78, said she’d never seen anything like it in all her years.24 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandSure to rise: Napier man crowned NZ’s best young bread makerJames Berge will head to Europe on a $15,000 research grant and trip as a reward.24 Nov 05:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: NZ's justice system is shaped to increase the billable hours of lawyersOPINION: Few can afford to go to court, so why not expand the Disputes Tribunal?24 Nov 05:00 PM
CrimeAppeal Court upholds Northland meth dealer’s jail termPolice linked Carlyn Anderson to nearly a kilogram of meth sold in two Northland towns.24 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: The important message from police for victims of sexual abuseOPINION: Roughly 30,000 Hawke's Bay women have suffered sexual violence in their lives.24 Nov 04:00 PM
Opinion‘We saw you on the morning show’: Huge interest in new community fundOPINION: Page visits for the Whānau Voice Grant have surged by 87% in two weeks.24 Nov 03:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKevin Page: A cheeky lesson in ageing and body confidence OPINION: Hip surgery has left Kevin Page somewhat lopsided. 24 Nov 03:00 PM
PoliticsHousing minister vows Far North among biggest winners in Govt’s new housing planThe plan shifts to a data‑driven model for social and affordable homes.24 Nov 04:30 AM
New Zealand'This is not a bad dream': Woman addresses motorist who killed her partner as he crossed the road'I forgive you, Daniel, but you need to be held accountable.' 24 Nov 04:01 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGreater threat than asbestos: Renewed call to ban silica AGB has opened a new Nelson factory producing zero-silica benchtops.24 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandTe Mata Peak discovery sparks warning to landowners over invasive weedBiosecurity teams have sprayed Te Mata Peak after removing the weed.24 Nov 02:46 AM
