RetailBoxing Day spending flat, ‘disappointing’ result for retailersBoxing Day spending was flat on last year but pre-Christmas spending pulled through.27 Dec 02:47 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGPs working 'a lot' of overtime to keep up with 'high demand' amid workforce shortagesOne Rotorua clinic said it had 'a constant flow of people wanting to enrol'.27 Dec 02:14 AM
New ZealandFormer PM speaks out after vandals target nesting colony of endangered birds'There was no sign of the newly hatched chick ‘George’ ...some of the birds were missing'.27 Dec 02:13 AM
New ZealandNew toxic algae signs at 40 locations warn lake usersThere are health warnings in place for Lake Ōkaro, Lake Maraetai and Lake Ohakuri.26 Dec 11:47 PM
New ZealandCaravan smashed after collision, with SH2 traffic at a standstillPolice, ambulance and fire services are at the scene.26 Dec 09:21 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘All-time high’: Abuse of medical centre staff hits record levelsOne GP said doctors are working weekends and skipping meal breaks to keep up with demand.26 Dec 07:02 PM
Kahu'Stressed and struggling': The city where some are battling to make ends meetAn iwi provider has a waiting list and backlog for its social services for the first time.25 Dec 10:17 PM
New Zealand'Burning underground': 200 hotspots detected by drones as firefighting continues on Matakana IslandThe fire began on Saturday night and burned through about 37ha of scrub and pine slash.25 Dec 09:22 PM
New Zealand'Plenty of clear skies': Bay residents in for a long, hot summerA dry summer with “plenty of clear skies”.25 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandSH5 reopened after crash near RotoruaA single vehicle collided with a power pole and lines came down across the road.25 Dec 12:11 AM
New ZealandFirefighters spending Christmas on Matakana Island after ‘beast’ of a blazeThe huge fire has been described as 'a beast' and like a 'taniwha'.24 Dec 08:48 PM
New ZealandFrom 'preparing for his last days' to planning a 21st: How a 'miracle' drug has changed lives'It’s just the best thing that could have ever happened to him.'24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhat NZ's El Nino summer could reveal about great white sharks'There is a lot of unknown in the ocean,' shark expert Dr Riley Elliott says.24 Dec 03:00 PM
New ZealandOn the naughty list? Large swathes of the country set for a wet Christmas, rain warnings issuedMany usually sunny spots are in for a wet Christmas.24 Dec 07:48 AM
New ZealandStay away from Matakana Island and don't fly drones as blaze continuesFirefighters responded to a blaze on Matakana Island off the Bay of Plenty.24 Dec 02:11 AM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesTomra layoffs confirmed, 200 NZ workers to lose their jobsBoss of food processor admits timing of mass layoffs is 'not ideal'.24 Dec 12:10 AM
New ZealandCancer-stricken dad’s Christmas wish - one more round of ‘miracle’ drugSeven months ago, the 60-year-old wasn't sure he'd live long enough to see Christmas.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandParty like the public service: What councils did for ChristmasSome opted for a Kiwi classic.23 Dec 03:30 PM
New ZealandHelicopter called for assistance to battle fire on Matakana IslandFirefighters are fighting a blaze on Matakana Island off the Bay of Plenty.23 Dec 08:39 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExclusive: Memo reveals crisis facing hospital ICUThe Herald has obtained a memo indicating the tertiary status of the ICU was at stake.22 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Sincere thanks': Huge amount raised during Christmas appealIt's been a pleasant surprise for the foodbank as people battle a cost-of-living crisis.22 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSonya BatesonIt's okay to say 'no' this ChristmasOPINION: Putting on a happy face for family and friends can feel like a mammoth task.22 Dec 03:55 PM
New ZealandSanta’s little helpers: Meet the Bay of Plenty workers rostered on for Christmas DayFor some people Christmas Day is still a working day, but one with a difference.22 Dec 03:50 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Alarm bells': Legal action threatened over slope hazard mapsThe council says the updated maps are valid and more accurate.22 Dec 03:42 PM
New ZealandPāpāmoa water: Top health official says no cases linked to drinking supplyWater is deemed safe but some locals have linked it to them getting sick.22 Dec 02:28 AM
New ZealandWeekend and Christmas Day weather for regionNorth Island will be under a moist and humid northerly air flow.22 Dec 12:16 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBecoming a ‘grown-up city’: Your guide to Tauranga CBD's $1.5b transformation'People will walk around thinking this is great. They will be proud of this.'21 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandTruck crash on Tauranga Harbour Bridge clearedTwo people have minor injuries.21 Dec 09:34 PM
New ZealandPort of Tauranga makes generous foodbank donation"We want to do whatever we can to help".21 Dec 09:00 PM
New Zealand'People go nuts for them': Berry growers ready for a busy summer season'It’s looking like it’s going to be a great summer.'21 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandSleepwalking defence rejected for man who raped sleeping womanOffender led from the dock in tears after hearing judge's sentence.21 Dec 08:09 PM
New Zealand'We’re bummed': Local shows impacted by Sublime with Rome postponementsThe band is set to part ways next year.21 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandScrub fire in sand dunes at Mount MaunganuiEmergency services were called around 11.40am.20 Dec 11:34 PM
New Zealand'A culture of giving': Tech business makes big donation to foodbankBusiness owner says donations positively impact staff and create “culture of giving".20 Dec 09:00 PM
