CrimeCoroner reveals why Christmas Day samurai sword killing charge droppedBaden Taikato died after a neighbour struck him through the door of an Auckland home.14 Aug 07:14 PM
New Zealand'Falling from the sky': Claims of mystery pigeon poisoner on the loosePolice have investigated but have been unable to confirm the poisoning claims.14 Aug 07:00 AM
EntertainmentNorthern Bass festival reveals 2025 lineup with Aitch, Dizzee RascalCapacity is reduced to 6000, and tickets are expected to sell out quickly.14 Aug 05:30 AM
New Zealand'Humungous noise': Pair's narrow escape as car crashes through loungeA neighbour playing Grand Theft Auto thought at first that the chaos was from his game.14 Aug 04:00 AM
New ZealandAuckland Council cracks down on dog owners as 'gruesome' attacks riseThe past year has seen 3000 victims. In one case, a dog ripped open a bystander's arm.14 Aug 02:10 AM
CrimePolkinghorne back in court, indicates he may give evidence at wife's coronial inquestHis lawyer stressed the process shouldn't be seen as "pseudo-prosecution" of his client.14 Aug 12:44 AM
New ZealandWhy do Cambodian bakers make the best pies in NZ? Patrick Lam, an eight-time winner, learned baking from his brother-in-law in 1997.13 Aug 08:12 PM
CrimeFeud between warring families ends with life sentence, grief over ex-prefectSione Tupou is the third person to go to prison over the chain of violent confrontations.13 Aug 12:57 AM
New ZealandMystery of $10,000 payments to Mahurangi oyster farmers solved Farmers in seven-year pollution battle fear being 'played like puppets by Watercare'.12 Aug 11:00 PM
New ZealandMum and newborn son die hours after leaving Auckland hospitalEmerald Tai and her baby died at home after leaving the hospital against advice.12 Aug 07:15 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Enough with the hand-wringing, here's how to help Auckland prosperOPINION: Fresh thinking, a spot of courage and a good plan - what else does Auckland need?12 Aug 05:00 PM
Business‘Vendors are having to meet the market’: NZ house values slump 13% below Covid peakThe housing market is still adjusting to a softer economic environment.12 Aug 05:00 PM
Crime'Catastrophic mistaken ID' led to innocent bystander's death, jury toldThe teen made a fatal misjudgment but he's not a "hood rat", his lawyer said. 12 Aug 05:57 AM
New ZealandPedestrian critically injured in Auckland crashLincoln Rd was closed following the crash. Police now seeking information.11 Aug 09:25 PM
CrimeRetired teacher caught taking 400 images of houseguest in bathroom, showerVictim: 'He never once brought up that he'd been sentenced for sexual misconduct.'11 Aug 05:00 PM
KahuAuckland politician says she was abused putting up her signage - police calledThe mayoral candidate has since decided not advertise her candidacy on her vehicle.11 Aug 05:00 PM
TalanoaSamoa's dengue outbreak claims sixth child as schools remain shutNew Zealand is poised to provide more support for Samoa, if requested.11 Aug 04:43 AM
New Zealand'Nasty' stomach bug cripples Northland communityMangawhai Beach School said classrooms had been cleaned thoroughly over the weekend.11 Aug 01:51 AM
New ZealandAuckland home invasion: Fake Uber Eats drivers allegedly assault residentsThe incident happened at around 9.10pm in Flat Bush on Sunday.10 Aug 11:36 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia shines with Ravel and Saint-Saens concertREVIEW: Sydney Philharmonia Choirs added sonorous, wordless voices to the performance.10 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandClaims of aggression, unjust fee hikes: Stallholders hit out at Auckland Night MarketsAuckland Night Markets owners said they strongly refuted all the allegations. 10 Aug 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSport'Hurt me so much': $220k 'run it straight' winner sorry over Kiwi teen's death'I apologise for that... influencing the younger generation to do that type of thing.'09 Aug 05:00 PM
CrimeGang boss gave kids a ride on his quad bike - it could land him back in prisonThe quad bike careened down SH1 at more than three times the recommended speed.09 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandPolice investigate after Auckland student 'offered sweets for ride' to schoolThe man, aged 50-60, drove a grey car and had fair skin, said a Facebook post.08 Aug 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: I like politicians who stick to their beliefs and challenge authorityOPINION: Can’t one TV channel at least be funded for high quality public programming?08 Aug 05:00 PM
CrimeHow a Trade Me scam helped deliver guns to Auckland's criminal underworldSoon after an ex-con bought the guns, police started finding them during arrests.08 Aug 07:00 AM
New Zealand'They don't know what to do': Family stuck trying to sell home next to huge supermarket The new Point Chevalier supermarket opens on August 19, next to the house.08 Aug 06:15 AM
CrimeWhy a judge showed no mercy for church swindler who suffered stroke in prison'She has not learnt from her mistakes,' a judge said of 71-year-old scammer Kolini Tatafu.08 Aug 05:00 AM
EntertainmentA magical debut: Disney on Ice stars ready to enchant New Zealand Disney on Ice skaters reveal some of the magic behind the curtain.08 Aug 03:19 AM
EntertainmentDisney on Ice stars ready to enchant New ZealandDisney on Ice's new show Find Your Hero has all the usual favourites and a first-ever New Zealand appearance of Encanto characters. Video / Annaleise ShortlandWatch08 Aug 02:00 AM
CrimeMajor NZ crime figure acquitted of $20m meth importThe gang boss, who cannot be identified, was given the verdict today. 08 Aug 01:43 AM
KahuLease term shock: Archery club faces sudden relocation off Mt Albert The Tūpuna Maunga Authority decided not to renew the Mt Albert club's lease.08 Aug 12:05 AM
AucklandMass brawl erupts at Auckland girls’ school, police probe incident Adults appear trying to break up the fight before the video of the incident ends.07 Aug 03:12 AM
KahuPolice complaints laid in political billboard graffiti rowSteve Howley said he received 'vile' messages after a post by the Te Pāti Māori president.07 Aug 01:09 AM
