New ZealandThree dead in 48 hours: Police issue plea after crashes near RotoruaOne person died when a car burst into flames on Tuesday; two were killed in a crash today.14 Jan 11:13 PM
New Zealand‘It’s devastating’: Generations-old eel population wiped out in Wairoa streamHundreds of longfin tuna, some aged up to 50 years, have died in the stream.14 Jan 10:19 PM
SportShark encounter and heatwave tests ultra-swimmer on epic coast missionJono Ridler is swimming 1600km from North Cape to Wellington over 90 days.14 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandFor sale: Hawke's Bay property with 'deep-rooted history and colourful story'Hastings’ stately Greenhill Lodge once hosted the Queen Mother. Now it’s up for sale.14 Jan 09:58 PM
New ZealandCyber-security expert launches petition to Parliament calling for harsher penalties for privacy breachesCyber expert Katja Feldtmann wants tougher laws after the Manage My Health hack.14 Jan 09:23 PM
New ZealandSoundsplash and Summer Concert Tour – here's what's on in the WaikatoWhat events are on in Waikato?14 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Tornadoes sweep across top of North Island in day of wild weatherA large tornado was spotted tearing through a field in the Waikato community of Maihiihi.14 Jan 08:28 PM
EntertainmentTaranaki highway closure to affect Ed Sheeran fans, holidaymakers and businessesFamilies headed to Auckland shows face extra costs and leave.14 Jan 07:40 PM
New ZealandTwo dead after SH30 crash near RotoruaEmergency services say a third person has been injured in the crash.14 Jan 07:09 PM
New Zealand'I don’t think people are taking it seriously': Hacked patient fears identity theftShe was told on January 8 her ManageMyHealth account had been affected by a cyber breach.14 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We made the most of life': Family remember GP who died of cancer aged 48Dr Nicky Kenny ran a half-marathon two weeks before her Stage 4 bowel cancer diagnosis.14 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandIgnored notice: Embattled painting firm hit with further penalty over workplace problemsWaikato business said it had not been trading since September 2022 and was insolvent.14 Jan 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Limited knowledge of rules': Civil Defence manager nabbed for pāua breachesKumeroa Tuhaka was caught with undersized shellfish in an area of cultural significance. 14 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandMicroscopic jellyfish bring unwelcome sting for Bream Bay swimmers The tiny hydromedusae are invisible to swimmers but carry up to 100 tentacles.14 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandEB Games to shut all local stores as New Zealand arm closes this monthThe New Zealand arm posted a multi-million dollar loss in the 2024 year.14 Jan 04:17 AM
New ZealandRescue mission: Three pulled from water, airlifted to hospital after Tolaga Bay boat capsizeCoastguard Gisborne, Surf Life Saving and a rescue helicopter joined the search.14 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandWant to advertise with an F-word? With this decision, it now seems okayGin maker says it has been using F-words for five years, with only one complaint. 14 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandTwo beaked whales wash up in Napier on consecutive daysDoC and Mana Ahuriri have worked together to retrieve and bury the two whales.14 Jan 03:45 AM
New ZealandYoung driver dead, passengers hospitalised after vehicle of interest crashes into truckBystanders and police used about 18 extinguishers to douse the burning vehicle.14 Jan 03:31 AM
New ZealandOne children's author sweeps Gisborne's most-borrowed books listDav Pilkey wrote all five of Gisborne’s most-borrowed library books last year.14 Jan 02:29 AM
New ZealandTakapau reserve: Council seeks feedback on 33-year land lease proposalThe Trust wants to build a community services hub and medical centre on the land.14 Jan 01:44 AM
New ZealandThe Country: How weight loss medication affects farmingHamish McKay talks to Hamish Marr, Stefan Vogel, Tracy Brown, and Eden Carson. 14 Jan 12:38 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderFormer media exec assaulted: 36yo man arrested over attack at Whananaki storePolice: 'No one should have to experience aggression or violence in their place of work.'14 Jan 12:09 AM
New Zealand'A tragedy': Road worker died after being hit by truck on Napier-Taihape RdThe fatal incident involved a road worker and a truck on the Hawke's Bay road.13 Jan 11:25 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHavelock North: 200 homes planned for former mushroom farmPlans to turn the closed mushroom farm into housing will go through a fast-track process.13 Jan 11:14 PM
New ZealandInside Taupō’s most stunning homes: How to help a major breast cancer fundraiserSince 2014 the event has raised more than $100,000 each year for the charity.13 Jan 11:09 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Farmers revive Hororātā Hall’s historic paddock to fund community’s futureThe 5ha block was gifted by Sir John Hall in 1890 to fund the Hororātā Hall.13 Jan 10:33 PM
New Zealand‘A bit of a yellow card’: Beer veteran’s wake-up call sparks sober successState of Play Brewing CEO made the switch to non-alcoholic beer and says others are too. 13 Jan 09:38 PM
WorldFuming French farmers camp out in Paris despite government pledgesSebastien Lecornu has promised an emergency agriculture bill next month.13 Jan 08:54 PM
New ZealandCouncil opens door to private management of night marketExpressions of interest in managing the event are now open. 13 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMourning 'Mr Rugby', a 'local legend' who devoted his life to sportMount Maunganui's Terry Hurdle was a fixture of sidelines, clubrooms and stadium tunnels.13 Jan 05:00 PM
OpinionNCEA results: What to ask the student in your life before you ask their scoresOPINION: From today, NCEA students can access their 2025 results.13 Jan 04:55 PM
New Zealand'Socially isolated': Life parolee died just months after spending 30 years behind barsLee Kohiti took his life soon after expressing a desire to return to jail.13 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘If in doubt, stay out’: Lifeguards save kayaker, then teach beach safetyA kayaker in trouble was fortunate the Surf Life Saving team turned up for training.13 Jan 04:00 PM
