New ZealandWatch: Risque council dance moves become TikTok hitThe TikTok clip has racked up more than 133,000 views in just days.16 Sep 09:11 PM
New ZealandBrothel in suburbia: Mount Maunganui home seized; Madam illegally employed up to 150 sex workersMay Chen operated three brothels out of Tauranga and Auckland.16 Sep 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAS Colour expands into Bay of PlentyFounded in Auckland in 2005, AS Colour now has 26 stores worldwide. 16 Sep 06:01 PM
New ZealandMayoral hopeful Rodney Joyce wants Ōmokoroa school in regional dealHe says finding a new chief executive will be the new council’s first key task.16 Sep 05:09 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsFrom psychosis to stillbirth and suicide: How mental health services are failing new mumsWhat three parents' experience reveal on the state of maternal mental health.16 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan admits taking 3yo girl with intent to have sexual connectionHe pleaded guilty to unlawfully taking her from an early childhood centre.16 Sep 04:07 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely belted': Winds batter Bay of Plenty avocado orchards'I knew there would be a bit of damage, but it was quite a shock to see so much damage.'16 Sep 03:58 AM
Black FernsRising star called into Black Ferns squad ahead of semifinalMererangi Paul scored twice on debut last year and has 12 Black Ferns caps.16 Sep 01:14 AM
Kahu'The cord to our tīpuna': Everyday use of te reo Māori celebratedTe Wiki o Te Reo Māori began in 1972 as a single day before growing into a national week.15 Sep 10:40 PM
New Zealand'Impacted for life': 79yo badly injured man among dog attack victimsDetails revealed as new figures show more than 100 people attacked.15 Sep 10:24 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: We need to rethink the funding model for Fire and Emergency NZOPINION: Ageing fleet and breakdowns mean the funding model must be reviewed.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandDon Thwaites pledges to sell council HQ if elected Western Bay mayorHe says two new offices in Ōmokoroa and Te Puke would be cheaper.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandStorm damage: Crews face major repairs to poles and linesPowerco says some repairs could take longer where poles were brought down.15 Sep 04:49 AM
New ZealandWild winds cut power to thousands, trees down About 2500 Rotorua households on Unison’s network lost power over the weekend.15 Sep 04:24 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: School band get grant to record single after winning national finalKotahi Te Rā secured $11k in gear and funding to record and release a single.15 Sep 02:45 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAfter unwanted halfback's heroics in Battle of the Bays, could Tonga be calling?Lincoln McClutchie's wobbly kick from 30m won the game for the Magpies over the Steamers.15 Sep 01:23 AM
BusinessWellington slumps to bottom of economic scorecardBay of Plenty, Southland, Central Lakes District top ASB's list. 14 Sep 11:50 PM
BusinessBay of Plenty tops with bumper kiwifruit season as Auckland shows signs of economic turnaroundThe June quarter was marked by 'chilly' economic conditions.14 Sep 11:14 PM
PremiumPremiumWellington'Woke' uproar or 'catastrophic blow'? Shane Jones defends prospecting bid near Zealandia'No one has started mining the Basin Reserve, we’re talking about private property'.14 Sep 08:00 PM
New ZealandMum diagnosed at 26 explains why 'time matters' for people with MSShe was pregnant with her first child when a midwife appointment took an unexpected turn.14 Sep 07:18 PM
New ZealandRegion's tourism operators make strong showing in national awardsFour businesses operating around Rotorua and Taupō are finalists in NZ Tourism Awards.14 Sep 06:00 PM
OpinionJanet McAllister: Auckland Women's Centre is 50 – do we dare celebrate amid attacks on rights?OPINION: The centre has survived disco, Rogernomics and grunge to reach menopause.14 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandEx-council CEO seeking mayoralty wants district to 'partner for progress’John Holyoake says the Western Bay needs to embrace change rather than fight it.14 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: Rear view v crystal ball, why leading indicators matter more right nowOPINION: Unemployment has risen to 5.2%, the highest level in almost five years.14 Sep 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Death knell': CBD retailers fear impact of one-way street idea'Please listen to the people who have a vested interest in the heart of the city.'14 Sep 07:45 AM
New Zealand'Prepare to be without power overnight': High winds affect thousands across North IslandAlmost 13,500 homes lost power when the storm tore through overnight.14 Sep 07:14 AM
New ZealandNZ-born actor, star of BBC drama The Brothers, dies aged 85Robin Chadwick starred as David Hammond in 92 episodes of the BBC hit.14 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandDesserts for the deserving: Teen baker with a 'passion for helping'Hannah Richards spends three hours every Saturday baking cakes and crumbles for charity.14 Sep 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleFrom quakes to cool: How Christchurch became the city everyone wants to live inNo traffic jams, cheaper housing, good food - what's not to like?13 Sep 10:00 PM
New Zealand'I didn’t see any way out': Survivor calls for law targeting coercive control abuseLegislation has recently been introduced in Queensland and New South Wales.13 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Thoughts go out to children, police officer, after Phillips shootingOPINION: Thoughts go out to the children and the shot police officer.13 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan runs down rival after livestream 'diss' on TikTok, critically injuring himThe retaliation saw the young victim catapulted through the air and landing on concrete.13 Sep 01:00 AM
New ZealandMayoral candidate fears for election integrity after opponent drops outWith her name still on the ballot, Don Paterson worries it could all end up in court.12 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentGaylene Preston doco on artist Robin White explores the horror of nuclear war'To me, it represents the extremes to which human beings can go on the dark side.'12 Sep 05:19 PM
