PremiumPremiumAuckland'Dirty dozen' of empty Auckland sites could accommodate more than a thousand homes, says coalitionChris Bishop rejects claims he blocked a 41-unit Kāinga Ora project in Kingsland.17 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandCyclist breaks shoulder and pelvis on Gisborne cycleway rail gap, fixes underwayEastland Port will fill the track gap and add anti-slip coating this month.17 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Another arrives from the tropics': Fresh low swings past NZ after recent deluge A heavy rain watch for the islands begins tomorrow.17 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsClimate Change Minister says managed retreat an option as nationwide flooding risk map promisedMapping aims to give councils and home owners a clearer picture of risk.17 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: We need greater protection from irresponsible social media companiesOPINION: Why NZ needs an independent digital strategy.17 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘They should lead by example’: Pensioner wins fight with NZTA over $2.60 tollBrett Jacobson was wrongly billed for his towed ute, then told he couldn't get a refund.17 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWeather warnings lift over mainland NZ after storm unleashes flooding on South Island Banks Peninsula has been hit by a deluge.17 Feb 07:54 AM
New Zealand'Everybody just gets in and helps': Farmers help trapped motorists before contractors arriveTractors used to clear part of a road near Taihape affected by fallen trees and slips.17 Feb 07:47 AM
PoliticsGovt moves to reverse court ruling that could have wiped large debts for beneficiariesThe legislation is expected to be passed through the House under urgency. 17 Feb 06:47 AM
New ZealandKaihu dog attack: Multiple complaints made about animals before woman's deathResident says they complained at least four times about roaming dogs in the area.17 Feb 06:42 AM
New ZealandAlleged 18-year romance scam: Woman charged with $517k deceptionPolice allege the Dunedin victim sent over $517,000 across 18 years.17 Feb 06:05 AM
AucklandPerson jumped by three men while walking dog in East Auckland park The assault happened near Ti Rakau Park between 8.30pm and 9.15pm on Sunday. 17 Feb 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Infrastructure Commission asks Labour and National to do something unpopularOPINION: The commission has told some uncomfortable truths about funding new projects. 17 Feb 05:53 AM
New ZealandMother accused of 'medical child abuse'; concerned doctor sparked investigation The mother has denied all charges in the 'complex medical case'.17 Feb 05:01 AM
SailGPBlack Foils' season in doubt after horror SailGP crash and boat's destructionThe damage could sideline New Zealand until the UK SailGP event in July.17 Feb 04:28 AM
New ZealandInfrastructure warning: $275b wishlist but not enough to fix what we haveOnly about 30% of the pipeline is set aside for maintenance and renewals.17 Feb 04:00 AM
Auckland'A kick in the stomach': Award-winning butcher hits out after $320 shoplifting incidentThe alleged theft occurred at Aussie Butcher New Lynn today.17 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandPolice hunt robbers after Westshore raidTwo carried out the raid, and another was in the getaway car.17 Feb 03:58 AM
New Zealand1kg silver bars, gold coins stolen in ‘significant’ West Auckland bullion heistOfficers want reports of anyone offering large amounts of silver or gold.17 Feb 03:56 AM
New ZealandNational infrastructure plan: Too much new, not enough maintenanceNew Zealand Infrastructure Commission Chief Executive Geoff Cooper joins The Front Page to discuss what's going wrong with NZ's spending.Watch17 Feb 03:55 AM
New ZealandMount Maunganui man named after fatal Waikato crashThe crash happened near Matamata and is still under investigation.17 Feb 03:25 AM
New Zealand‘Body in the boot’ murder trial: Witness saw ‘evil’ killer shoot victim ‘for no reason’The jury heard how Richard Leman was shot in the knee and then the chest.17 Feb 03:24 AM
New ZealandTitirangi residents fear being cut off as 10-week road closure beginsResidents say six weeks' notice is not enough to plan hospital visits.17 Feb 03:15 AM
New ZealandGifts for sex: Arthritic pensioner jailed for sexual abuse of vulnerable teenGeorge Lazaridis befriended the teen, showering him with gifts, cash, food and cigarettes.17 Feb 03:04 AM
New ZealandSAS tragedy: Chief of Army defends extensive safety reformsMajor-General Rose King's comments follow criticism from Coroner at NZSAS inquest.17 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandFaulty cylinder blamed for Mount Maunganui house fireA faulty hot water cylinder caused extensive fire damage to a Mount Maunganui home.17 Feb 02:33 AM
Politics'Very big decision': Govt weighs tolling harbour bridge to build new crossingThe Government may need to toll the old bridge in order to build a new crossing.17 Feb 02:19 AM
New ZealandFour boats moved from unsafe wharf after council negotiationThe quay's closure was announced on Thursday, with boats stuck in a safety exclusion zone.17 Feb 02:17 AM
New Zealand‘Peace of mind at last’: Community's homes get green light three years after cyclone'Thank you for your patience, your persistence and for staying the course.'17 Feb 02:13 AM
Wellington'Devastated': Trees crush Porirua property days before $600k sale goes unconditionalTwo huge trees crushed John Holmes' deck, spa, studio and shed.17 Feb 02:10 AM
New ZealandArt Deco Festival week arrives in Hawke's Bay, and a blue sky stunner is predictedMore than 5000 tickets sold for paid events with thousands more expected to flood streets.17 Feb 02:07 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: How old is Chinese President Xi Jinping?Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.17 Feb 02:00 AM
Auckland'Highly concerning failures' at Teaching Council; firm run by CEO's husband gets $1.7m contracts – reportThe council has launched an employment process concerning its CEO Lesley Hoskin. 17 Feb 01:59 AM
New ZealandWhy our ageing roads are so vulnerable to slips in extreme weatherDr Douglas Wilson says old, steep roads and wetter storms are driving more slips.17 Feb 01:55 AM
