Politics‘We aren’t out of the woods yet’: Minister's cyclone warning to ParliamentAll parties supported the declaration of the national state of emergency.14 Feb 03:55 AM
New ZealandLive: Multiple trees down, thousands without power, schools closed after Cyclone GabrielleKeep up to date with the latest on Cyclone Gabrielle's impact in the Bay of Plenty.14 Feb 03:53 AM
New Zealand'Like being stranded on an island': No way out for Karangahake Gorge residentsDue to flooding there was no way out of the gorge in either direction.13 Feb 10:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKelly Makiha: Why I wanted to be just like Ann the hostel girlOPINION: Kelly Makiha remembers why hostel kids are role models.13 Feb 10:30 PM
New ZealandLive: 'Go immediately' - evacuations in Taradale; national state of emergency declared; firefighter missing; mass power cutsTens of thousands of people waking to blackouts this morning.13 Feb 09:40 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle live: Thousands still without power in BoP, fallen trees block roads, schools closedLatest on Cyclone Gabrielle in the region.13 Feb 09:31 PM
New ZealandBay of Plenty Times not delivered to homes due to blocked roadsNo papers made it through.13 Feb 07:29 PM
New ZealandBefore dawn: Main impact of Cyclone Gabrielle felt overnightForests, roads and parks were closed as Cyclone Gabrielle arrived.13 Feb 05:05 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Main impact felt overnightForests, roads, parks and schools were closed as Cyclone Gabrielle arrived.13 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandAll you need to know about the BOP state of emergencyBay of Plenty Civil Defence announced a region-wide state of emergency on Monday.13 Feb 11:38 AM
New ZealandImported measles case visited TaurangaThe case is isolated at home and contact tracing under way.13 Feb 08:09 AM
New ZealandBOP state of emergency: Civil Defence on alert as high tide approachesThe cyclone has been wreaking havoc across the top of the North Island on Monday.13 Feb 03:28 AM
AthleticsTauranga runner Sam Tanner beats personal best at Millrose GamesIt comes as George Beamish smashed the national 3000m record.13 Feb 12:36 AM
New ZealandLive: Cyclone Gabrielle in BoP: Surfers brave huge swells at Mount MaunganuiHeavy rain and strong winds are forecast to lash the upper North Island.12 Feb 09:19 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Heavy rain, strong winds and swells lash regionSevere weather was forecast across the North Island today.12 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'My life is completely different': Woman’s costly battle to get an ADHD diagnosis"I really struggled to feel like my partner loved me because of emotional dysregulation.”12 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandLive: 'Our house is shaking like crazy' - Gabrielle's eye on NZ: Heavy winds, monster waves; trains, schools cancelled; thousands without powerNorthland and Gisborne are also under red heavy rain warnings.12 Feb 03:30 PM
New ZealandLive: Auckland Harbour Bridge closed to all traffic; Northland declares state of emergency; 11m high waves in Bay of Islands; Air NZ cancels flightsNorthland and Gisborne are also under red heavy rain warnings.12 Feb 04:34 AM
New ZealandCovid-19-related GP funding cut as most cases easeThe changes will apply from February 13 unless you are a vulnerable person.12 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandToxic blue-green algae triggers new health warning for Holdens BayBut the health warning for Okawa Bay at Lake Rotoiti has been lifted.11 Feb 11:25 PM
New ZealandTwo people killed in SH35 crash near ŌpōtikiA passer-by discovered the vehicle down the bank near Opape Rd.11 Feb 08:17 PM
New Zealand'Lethal combination' of strong winds, heavy rain set to hit Bay of PlentyResidents are asked to avoid driving, clear drains and have an emergency kit ready.10 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Prepare now': Gabrielle looms, monster-wave warning; follow cyclone's latest trackSecondary schools around Auckland considering closing campuses on Monday or Tuesday.10 Feb 11:19 AM
PoliticsCiggy-sales proposal stubs out all but 33 Super City retailersUnder the proposed allocation, Auckland would only have 33 tobacco retailers.10 Feb 03:56 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSonya Bateson: Why is tipping rearing its ugly head in our society?OPINION: 'Now I fear that tipping is creeping more and more into everyday life.'10 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: 10 of the worst tropical cyclones to hit NZEx-tropical cyclones have wrought havoc in NZ. Here's 10 of the worst.09 Feb 11:23 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle now 'severe category 3' storm as it tracks to NZ - heavy rain watch for 71 hoursThe worst of the cyclone is expected on Monday and Tuesday in the upper North Island.09 Feb 10:03 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLetters: Governments come and go - individuals like Ardern are rareReaders have their say.09 Feb 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘People are desperate’: Lakes district elective surgery waitlist skyrocketsTe Whatu Ora said it was “working hard” to improve wait times.09 Feb 05:54 PM
New Zealand50km before 50: Councillor by weekday, Tarawera Ultramarathon runner by weekendMore than 5000 people are expected to take part in the event.09 Feb 05:01 PM
New Zealand'A little miracle' no one injured in 'horrific' Maungatapu slip - PMHipkins visited families displaced after slips who are now fighting for insurance cover.09 Feb 06:00 AM
New ZealandNational's plans to tackle Tauranga’s infrastructural and social challengesNational Party leader Christopher Luxon is promising his party will get things done.09 Feb 04:25 AM
