New ZealandDeath of Bay of Islands kiwis investigation continues with two dogs seizedAround 20 kiwi have been killed in one Bay of Islands hotspot since 2023.16 Jan 06:29 AM
New Zealand'Of the most appalling nature': Judge gives home detention to man who exported child abuse materialA 21-year-old had a six-year addiction to child exploitation material.16 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandRescue underway for motorists trapped by slips in Waioweka Gorge stormPolice urge worried relatives to call 105 and quote event number P065149924.16 Jan 05:44 AM
New ZealandHeavy downpour brings 'knee-high' flooding to Flaxmere streetsHastings District Council is adding a 900mm pipe and detention pond by April.16 Jan 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Disingenuous': The IT worker, his company credit card, and overseas 'escorts'The 54-year-old's expenses were approved by his then-manager.16 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain causes flooding in FlaxmereHeavy rain caused surface flooding in Flaxmere, with 20mm falling in one hour. Video / Regan MunroWatch16 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandPolice name driver, 21, who died in fiery crash that injured twoThe Hamilton man died and two passengers were hurt when the car they were in hit a truck.16 Jan 04:28 AM
New ZealandYouth accepts dangerous driving causing death of Kaikohe 11yo Staci WalkleyThe 18-year-old has accepted dangerous driving causing death and injury.16 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandBlack Clash players bring cheer to children’s ward ahead of Bay Oval showdownHadleigh Parkes switched camps this week, joining Team Cricket from Team Rugby.16 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandWoman, 26, charged with murder after man dies in NapierPolice cordons remain in place on Savage Cres as a scene examination continues.16 Jan 03:45 AM
MotorsportFamily supercharged: Four brothers line up together for superstock historyThey will face up to 120 rivals in Wellington this weekend.16 Jan 03:14 AM
New ZealandRehette Stoltz on Gisborne council staffing, RMA reforms and 2026 planNow LGNZ president, Stoltz insists her first priority remains being mayor of Gisborne.16 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandBroadwood town brightened by recycled Kaitaia community mosaic tilesVolunteers built theft-proof mosaic tables and planters at Broadwood's pool.16 Jan 01:59 AM
New ZealandThe Country: How to win Young Farmer of the YearRachel Shearer, Alan Whetton, George Dodson, Hugh Jackson, Hunter McGregor, Riley Kennedy.16 Jan 01:34 AM
New ZealandCHB world No 1 steps up at Potts Classic athleticsBriana Stephenson is the top-ranked female heptathlete so far in 2026.16 Jan 01:31 AM
New ZealandMotorhome destroyed as flames tear through house-bus on SH5Police are managing traffic on SH5 as the burnt-out motorhome is towed away.16 Jan 12:00 AM
New ZealandWoman's charge upgraded to murder after Tauranga man’s deathShe has appeared in court also facing several other charges.15 Jan 11:49 PM
New ZealandWhy parole board says teen baseball bat murderer is still too risky to freeTeenage tourist murderer Jahche Broughton denied parole for seventh time.15 Jan 11:00 PM
InflationFood prices dip again but power and grocery bills keep climbingElectricity prices have jumped 27% and gas 56% since December 2021.15 Jan 10:46 PM
New ZealandLeading livestock scientist Dave Leathwick mournedHe worked directly with farmers and vets nationwide to improve animal health.15 Jan 10:41 PM
New ZealandJones moves to cut bycatch fees for deepwater boats as seas warm and stocks shiftWarming seas are pushing snapper and kingfish offshore, increasing bycatch, Jones says.15 Jan 10:30 PM
New ZealandMany of Wairarapa’s recent forest fires began in old burn pilesWairarapa is in a restricted fire season and open-air fires need a permit.15 Jan 08:58 PM
New ZealandSlips close SH2 through Waioweka GorgeThere is no estimated time for the highway to reopen at this stage.15 Jan 08:42 PM
New ZealandTwo people found dead at scene of serious overnight crash on main Hamilton roadThe crash happened on Te Rapa Rd in Beerescourt about 12.30am. 15 Jan 07:47 PM
New ZealandHazardous material spills over highway after truck crash, traffic delays expectedThe crash happened early this morning north of Rotorua.15 Jan 06:25 PM
New ZealandMinister reviews funding after $133k Rotorua lake weed clean-upRotorua Mayor Tania Tapsell calls the city's weed control funding 'grossly unfair'.15 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Happy-go-lucky' dad was turning his life around before beach tragedyHe and his cousin were pulled unresponsive from the water at Ripirō Beach on January 3.15 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandDNA test uncovers WWII secret: Grandmother set to meet her real dadA family DNA test at Christmas 2023 shattered eight decades of assumptions.15 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Something for all patriots to keep in mind this election yearOPINION: What the Destiny Church-linked protests at Sikh parades suggest.15 Jan 04:00 PM
PropertyCooks Beach revival: Waterfront bach with $3m RV for sale for first time in 30 yearsCoromandel beach town has bounced back from Cyclone Gabrielle and economic slump.15 Jan 07:30 AM
New ZealandFunding boost takes Rotorua Great Ride trail fully off-roadThe Government and council each chipped in $250k to upgrade the Whakarewarewa loop.15 Jan 04:53 AM
New ZealandBatter-up: San Diego Padres coaches share skills with Hamilton RaidersFormer All Blacks staffer Don Tricker linked Baseball NZ with the MLB club.15 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Meet Federated Farmers' new CEORichard Loe, Mike Siermans, Chris Russell, Tony Cochrane, and Mike Inglis.15 Jan 02:40 AM
New ZealandHot summer lifts Splash Planet revenue by $150k despite fewer open days'We are seeing good numbers through the doors without getting to capacity.'15 Jan 02:20 AM
