Mike Hosking says that it's not a good time to bolster welfare.
Strong gale-force winds lash Auckland's CBD tonight as a storm moves across the country. Video / NZ Herald
Emergency services could be seen attending after a truck fell on its side near Kaiwaka. Video / Supplied
New footage shows an in-depth look at the proposed Auckland Arena.
The Kiwi radio broadcaster, who is currently on maternity leave, said she gave birth within minutes of arriving to hospital. Video / The Hits
One hundred people aged 8-80 brainstormed environmental solutions. Video / Isaac Te Reina
Helena Bay, northeast of central Whangārei, is battered by large swells, winds and high tides on Thursday. Video / Denise Piper
Fire and Emergency is responding to concerns about a roof lifting off a home on Beach Road in Campbells Bay as Cyclone Tam hits the North Island.
Worst weather yet to come, Mark Lundy has another chance at freedom and most state schools running at capacity or above.
Reporter Filoialii hops back in time, to discover the secret history of the Easter Bunny, and how other favourite Easter traditions evolved through the years and across the world.
Strong winds hit Ōrewa and Ōnetangi beaches as Cyclone Tam intensifies. Video/ Sylvie Whinray, Sarah de Croy
Former Labour Party leader Andrew Little has announced his candidacy for Wellington's Mayor. He joins Newstalk ZB's Nick Mills to discuss his plans in the job. Video / NewstalkZB
Tropical Cyclone Tam is heading towards New Zealand, bringing 100km/h winds to Auckland, Northland and the Coromandel. Video / Michael Craig / Ben Dickens / Metservice
Tropical Cyclone Tam is expected to be reclassified as an ex-tropical cyclone as it reaches cooler waters. Video / Karina Cooper
The councillor and mayoral hopeful has been criticised for missing a 'vital' meeting.
Video shows elephants huddling protectively around their young at San Diego Zoo Safari Park during a 5.2 magnitude earthquake.
Simeon Brown is set to make a health infrastructure announcement live from Auckland. Video / NZ Herald
Health NZ looking to avoid doctor's strike, heavy rain and wild winds in the North Island and signs of confidence returning to property market.
Nominations are now open for this year's Viva Beauty Awards 2025.
Grocery commissioner Pierre van Heerden doubles down on calls for a third big retailer and wholesaler to compete with Foodstuffs and Woolworths, speaking with BusinessDesk.
Reporter Hayden is at the Silverdale Rugby Club Junior Muster, where players are tackling the new season with a massive obstacle course and fundraising for new gear.
Douglas Martin, who was convicted of filming up girls' skirts in 2013, was an elder in a controversial religious movement under FBI investigation.
MetService has issued its latest Severe Weather Warnings ahead of the big storm. Video / MetService
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is joined by Police Minister Mark Mitchell and Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith. Video / NZ Herald
Zuru Toys co-founder Nick Mowbray speaks on the impacts of United States tariffs on China. Video / Newstalk ZB
Erica Stanford is set to make a school property announcement in Auckland. Video / NZ Herald
Tourism New Zealand campaign gets green light, a faster way to detect cancer may have been found and New Zealanders going overseas has shown its first sign of slowing down.
What does it take to do real life Minecraft? Reporter Theo heads to a Hokitika gold mine, where these Steves are sustainably sourcing and smelting their way to riches.
Fire crews have extinguished a blaze at a home on Ellerton Road in Mt Eden. Video / NZ Herald
Auckland Normal Intermediate student Aila Tuiali’i and Principal Jason Pocock discuss why many young girls drop out of sport in their early teens.
Christopher Luxon and Tourism Minister Louise Upston speak to the media at the SkyCity Convention Centre.
MetService Severe Weather Update: April 14th. Video / MetService
One person is dead after a car crashed into a pole in Pt Chevalier, Auckland, this morning. Video / Michael Craig
The developer is building 111 apartments in one of its largest projects. This shows progress by last November. Video / supplied
Legendary Kiwi comic Rhys Darby, back in New Zealand with a new stand-up show, reflects on comedy’s role in chaos and why keeping it light still matters.
Mike Hosking talks to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon.
The GFC hit just one year into Invivo's wine venture. Now it’s earning millions in exports, with the help of celebrities. Video / Ben Dickens, Alyse Wright
Polkinghorne documentary released, major rail disruptions in Auckland and Wellington and full driving license test in question.
The ombudsman recommends CAA make an ex-gratia payment to Michelle Molloy due to the harm caused by the way her complaint was handled.
Firefighters have responded to a house fire in Ōrākei this morning, with one person taken to hospital in serious condition and another treated at the scene for injuries.