New ZealandMan arrested after two-hour motorbike chase across AucklandThe 41‑year‑old was wanted on two arrest warrants when officers found him.06 Nov 10:04 PM
New ZealandFirefighter trainers shut down unsafe live-burn facility in RotoruaRotorua’s live-fire steel cells risk collapse and emit carcinogenic smoke, trainers warn.06 Nov 06:43 PM
New ZealandTeen's day of fun ends in tragedy after 'huffing' from deodorant canFaith Wignall, 14, died after inhaling toxic butane gas.06 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSenior citizen advocates disappointed by closure of support serviceThe Gisborne-based service has shut after decades of supporting local older people.06 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandAT considers charging people to park in Ponsonby at nightPaid parking could extend to 9pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.05 Nov 11:39 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPrabani Wood: The data blind spot weakening New Zealand's health systemOPINION: New Zealand's IDI links health and housing data but excludes general practice.05 Nov 08:00 PM
New ZealandAfter the darkness of Gabrielle, this fire station now runs on sunlight'Crews came back wet and cold and couldn’t even have a shower'.04 Nov 05:00 PM
CrimeTwo arrested after doing burnouts at funeral proceeding in Auckland cemeteryPolice said a mourner began doing burnouts in front of the crematorium.04 Nov 01:20 AM
New ZealandWellington waterfront fences to be removed this week after safety reviewThe fencing was installed after the 2023 death of 24-year-old Isaac Levings.03 Nov 12:02 AM
New ZealandPrincipal claims ministry 'threatened' to withhold new classrooms over zoning stand-offThe ministry says zoning ensures every local child can attend their area school.02 Nov 04:00 PM
PoliticsGovernment announces 140 new hospital bedsThey will open alongside a new unit at Hawke's Bay Hospital in 2026.02 Nov 01:09 AM
Politics'Poor judgment': Labour slams Seymour's media event at measles testing siteSome close contacts at the school were already in quarantine.01 Nov 09:18 PM
New ZealandSouthland crews race to restore power after 'apocalyptic' stormAbout 2200 homes remain without power across Southland after the storm.31 Oct 11:05 PM
New ZealandMixed feelings: Beam scooters pull plug on Whangārei and wider NZ operationsThe Whangārei pilot began in 2021 with council approval for up to 300 scooters.31 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandMore than 100 police under investigation over falsified breath testsThe review found more than 30,000 roadside breath tests were wrongly logged.31 Oct 05:17 AM
New ZealandMeasles case confirmed at Auckland Grammar, two year groups sent homeThere are now 14 measles cases confirmed across New Zealand.31 Oct 04:22 AM
New ZealandCar smashes into Carterton home, person trapped under vehicleEmergency crews from three Wairarapa towns rushed to the scene.31 Oct 03:18 AM
New ZealandFamily speaks out after fatal factory failureBallance Agri-Nutrients had twice been warned to fix safety guards before his death.30 Oct 07:47 PM
New Zealand'Very concerning': Minister considers measles vaccine for babies amid outbreakSimeon Brown says as the father of a 2-month-old, he understands parents' concerns.30 Oct 06:32 PM
New ZealandGisborne appoints first Māori woman deputy mayor with moko kauaeAubrey Ria is the first Māori woman and moko kauae wearer to hold the role.30 Oct 02:55 AM
New ZealandSuicide numbers rise but national rate shows long-term declineChief Coroner Anna Tutton says every life lost to suicide is a tragedy.30 Oct 02:10 AM
New Zealand'Locals helping locals': New platform connects home care providers, clientsIt aims to cut a fairer deal for service providers and people who need a hand at home.29 Oct 01:40 AM
OpinionThe Conversation: Health NZ warns of community measles spread as vaccination gaps widenOPINION: Health NZ warns new measles cases show the virus is now spreading locally.28 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMeasles outbreak numbers grow to 11 after Wellington case foundOne case is linked to overseas travel while the remaining 10 were contracted locally.28 Oct 04:06 AM
New ZealandLabour slammed over plan to use capital gains tax for free GP visitsNational, Act and New Zealand First say Labour’s tax proposal risks choking economic growth, while Labour argues the revenue would provide relief for struggling families.Watch28 Oct 02:32 AM
New ZealandKeep out: Walkers and cyclists ignoring construction site warningsEach intrusion forces crews to halt flood protection work28 Oct 12:46 AM
New ZealandACC cuts payments for record 8000 long-term clientsMany said they can’t work and believed they were dumped as a way for ACC to save money.28 Oct 12:29 AM
Politics'Outdated': Government announces Ministerial Advisory Group will review aged care fundingThe country’s over-65 population is expected to reach about 1.3 million by 2040.27 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHelicopter rushes to Waikino after waterfall slip leaves one critically hurtEmergency services were called to Waikino about 2.30pm.27 Oct 05:16 AM
New ZealandSerious crash near Queenstown: Patient airlifted to hospitalThe road near Ben Lomond remains blocked as contractors work to clear it.27 Oct 04:39 AM
WorldBoy, 14, in hospital after croc attack in Far North QueenslandThe teen was attacked while fishing in waist-deep water with friends.27 Oct 03:03 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyFive more tenancy cases involving dogs, cats, turkeys - even goats Mother was the landlord. Son was her tenant. The two fought. The police were called.26 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandHealth NZ investigates measles case at Wellington Girls’ CollegeWellington Girls’ College students are told to isolate after measles exposure. 26 Oct 06:39 PM
New ZealandDunedin teen arrested after Wellington mosque bomb threat due in court tomorrowThe threat named the Kilbirnie Masjid and was posted online on Thursday.25 Oct 11:38 PM
