PremiumPremiumConstructionAfter the Gib crisis: Govt unveils new building materials taskforce'We know we are facing a period of global turmoil,' says Woods.23 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Crying all morning': 'Tornado' hits farm, killing animals and destroying structuresBut a swift community response is helping the distraught family pick up the pieces.23 Nov 02:15 AM
New ZealandMotorists urged to 'drive with caution' after bad weather causes slips overnightThere are road closures in Waikato and Bay of Plenty.22 Nov 05:55 PM
New ZealandWatch: Huge slip on SH29 over Kaimai Range caught on videoA woman was heard saying “watch out... oh my God” as the slip rushed towards them.20 Nov 08:59 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDrones on the radar after fatal shark attackWater safety advocates endorse coroner's recommendations after Waihī Beach shark attack.18 Nov 08:00 PM
New ZealandStream crossing writes off couple’s electric carThey say they have given up on the idea of an electric or hybrid vehicle.17 Nov 10:16 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Full-service drug dealer' sentenced on raft of chargesA Tauranga father has been jailed for three years for multiple drug dealing offences.17 Nov 04:58 PM
New Zealand‘Annus horribilis’ of roading resilience – Waka Kotahi'It’s no secret we’ve got some pothole issues at the moment.'17 Nov 03:43 AM
New ZealandWomen's rugby is more exciting than men's - Bay of Plenty coachNZRU busy trying to sort rewards for Black Ferns' big win16 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandBus company 'sorry' after $15k of camera gear disappears en route to TaurangaThe company has since apologised for his experience and says it will help police.16 Nov 05:12 PM
New Zealand$42k and counting: Legal bill for failed prosecution of dog attackThe council has spent $42,000 on legal fees, with an appeal yet to be heard.16 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandShark attack victim's final moments revealedCoroner recommends drones be deployed by lifeguards at beaches.15 Nov 08:54 PM
TravelReview: A new off-grid getaway with all the comforts of homeWatercliff eco cabins are nestled in Bay of Plenty bush for a peaceful getaway.15 Nov 08:30 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuOpinion: Foster case of 'Moana' and the 'Smiths' unlikely to set a precedentOPINION: We should not be surprised that love surfaced in this case.15 Nov 07:00 PM
New Zealand‘I’m no hero mate’: Rescuer tells of valiant effort to save drowning swimmer"He’s a good bloke and no one deserves to go out like that.”15 Nov 05:19 AM
New ZealandJury in Mongols gang trial to begin deliberations on WednesdayJustice Melanie Harland has been summing up the case over the past two days.15 Nov 03:55 AM
New ZealandTragedy hero: 'He gave all his strength to save her' - dad sacrifices life to save daughter in rip"It is a story of love of a whānau who would give everything for each other."14 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan missing six months 'likely' travelled in a car on day of disappearance - brother'We miss him dearly ... we love him so much and we just want to see him come back.'13 Nov 09:40 PM
New Zealand'A disgrace': Volunteers unable to work at hospital despite it being 'short-staffed'"We just suddenly got a text message and were told we weren't working anymore."12 Nov 10:00 PM
New Zealand'It was really distressing' - Person drowns on island near Tauranga'There’s a lot of police here, there’s been a real accident': Beach cafe worker.12 Nov 03:48 AM
New Zealand'Stressed and unsure': Foodbank demand spikes nearly 30% as appeal beginsThe soaring cost of living is having a big impact on people in need of help.12 Nov 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Fat is not a naughty word': Plus-size shoppers call for changeReader opinion: Many plus-size items are 'ugly', more expensive, and ill-fitting.11 Nov 07:14 PM
New ZealandSon of prominent church leaders sexually offended against underage girlsVictim: 'I couldn't look at myself in the mirror because I felt dirty and ashamed.'11 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe cheekiest grin and kindest nature: Whānau reflect a year on from Malachi Subecz's murder'He was never naughty, just very, very cheeky. He made all of us laugh.'11 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSport'Amazing opportunity': Black Ferns hooker ready to bring trophy homeIt's been a long road to Eden Park, but the Black Ferns carry the hopes of a nation.10 Nov 07:00 PM
New Zealand'We all lost everything': Family's home 'burnt to the ground'"I just got a text message and it just said, 'hun, your house is on fire!!"10 Nov 04:42 PM
New Zealand'Trapped': Fears new $90m interchange fails to offer tsunami escape pathsMaps warn that few places are safe from a significant tsunami but escape is limited.09 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandCop found not guilty for tasering man three times in cellsVideo of the incident shows the officer tasering the man as he lay face-down on the floor.09 Nov 04:00 PM
CrimeWatch: Wild scenes as teen steals school bus, takes it on joy rideA gumboot-wearing youth was caught on camera taking a stolen bus on a joyride.09 Nov 06:10 AM
New ZealandNightmare process: Doctors, split families wait for news from Immigration NZCardiologist and a haematologist say it looks like their family will not get approval.08 Nov 10:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMerepeka Raukawa-TaitMerepeka Raukawa-Tait: Women's rugby is finally getting the attention it deservesOPINION: I'm not surprised to see the positive public reception the games have received.08 Nov 09:00 PM
EconomyProperty: Double-digit house market declines in main centres, new figures showQV House Price Index shows the average home dropped in value by 3.9 per cent.08 Nov 05:26 PM
New Zealand'Enormous' sums: Synnies drug ring 'kingpin' and wife sentenced for money launderingThe defendant was described as the central figure in the Auckland to Wellington network.08 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandVets reduce hours amid shortage: 'Life is a little more stressful now'Kathy Warbrick got a shock when she was told she needed to drive her sick dog to Tauranga.07 Nov 05:05 PM