Entertainment20 years of Soulstice: How crayfish and sunshine helped Shapeshifter write the classic Kiwi album'We’re still learning how to make music together,' says frontman P Digsss.11 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandCourier van driver seriously injured in crash with train, north of KaikōuraThe collision was about 9.50am, between Hapuku and Waipapa Bay.07 May 11:55 PM
New ZealandProbe into fatal Kaikōura boat capsize at popular reef dive siteThe vessel overturned at Sharks Tooth, South Bay.04 May 11:30 PM
PremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Christopher Luxon fires his shot – can he save his leadership?21 Apr 07:23 AM
New Zealand'Massive flooding' as severe thunderstorms hit Wellington, MetService issues ‘top priority’ warnings19 Apr 06:02 PM
New ZealandWhen Cyclone Vaianu will hit your region: Following the path of storm down North Island 10 Apr 02:00 AM
Travel newsHow to plan your next adventure: Lie-flat seats, cave runs and Matariki by rail04 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumWellingtonTensions brew over WCC's new HQ as execs get top views, mayor has carpark outlook19 Mar 06:40 PM
WellingtonDeeper basin under Wellington CBD raises risk of stronger quake shakingEven distant quakes like Kaikōura can trap waves and badly damage CBD buildings.11 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandGale-force winds and heavy rain close in as wild tropical storm approachesA strong wind watch is in force today for the Far North District.10 Mar 09:15 PM
New ZealandVideo of tourist allegedly 'harassing' seals at Kaikōura Peninsula sparks DoC probeDoC says disturbing seals is an offence under the Marine Mammals Act 1978.10 Mar 05:16 AM
New ZealandTropic-charged rain, 100km/h gales set to lash NZ, first severe weather alert issued MetService has issued a strong wind watch for the Far North District tomorrow.10 Mar 12:15 AM
New ZealandWhere and when to watch tonight’s rare total lunar eclipseNew Zealand is one of the few places able to see the full six-hour eclipse.03 Mar 03:31 AM
WellingtonEarthquakes to potholes: New hazard-reporting tool created for KiwisThe site was created to work alongside official channels, like councils and police. 19 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandDownpours drench South Island as heavy rain warnings issued Rainfall is intensifying with an overnight deluge forecast.16 Feb 09:26 AM
WellingtonRoad 'disintegrating' as flooding tears through Lower Hutt suburbKamahi St in Stokes Valley has been torn up by ferocious flood waters.16 Feb 03:06 AM
New ZealandMost dramatic pictures of North Island storm: Downed trees, blocked highways and flooded streets More than 19,000 homes in the lower North Island are without power.16 Feb 12:27 AM
New ZealandFallen trees, power outages, travel disruption: Kiwis brace as overnight storm worsensPeople are strongly urged to take this seriously and prepare now.15 Feb 10:27 AM
New ZealandWeather: NZ's summer of discontent continues as 'unusual' snow fallsFoul weather's brought snow to the south and disrupted air travellers in Wellington.03 Feb 01:41 AM
New ZealandMore rain on the way after Northland deluge causes flooding and damageSome Northland areas had 200mm of rain and major flooding today.18 Jan 03:08 AM
New Zealand'Big region of instability': Heavy rain and thunderstorms set to pummel NZThunderstorms are most likely for western North Island areas later this week.13 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandNZ swelters as North Island cities top 36C, roads blocked in South Island as wild winds fell treesMultiple heat alerts in place today across the country, posing an 'extreme' fire risk.11 Jan 06:14 AM
New Zealand'Extreme caution': Heat alerts as furnace-like temps strike NZHastings is forecast to reach 38C tomorrow, with Napier close behind on 36C.10 Jan 06:10 AM
New ZealandHeat alerts for 15 centres amid scorching temps, severe gales pose 'extreme' fire dangerThe MetService-issued heat alerts include several holiday hot spots.10 Jan 12:26 AM
WellingtonUrgent repairs after $1.25b Transmission Gully highway surface peels offThe road requires years more rebuilding work despite opening less than four years ago.09 Jan 03:41 AM
New Zealand'Records could roll': Heat alerts issued, forecast temperatures to reach 38CHastings is now forecast to reach 38C on Sunday, with 36C expected in Napier.08 Jan 11:13 PM
New ZealandHoliday road toll rises to eight after woman dies three days after crashTwo others critically injured in the accident remain in hospital.05 Jan 11:52 PM
New ZealandChristmas holiday road toll rises to 4; police appeal for dashcam footageA person died in a Waikato crash overnight and one died today after a crash near Kaikōura.30 Dec 10:58 PM
New ZealandNew Year Honours 2026: The full listThe 2026 New Year Honours are out today. Here's the list of New Zealanders recognised.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCommunity stalwart Gerald Hope – father of Olivia Hope – honoured for services to MarlboroughThe honour coincides with the anniversary of his daughter Olivia's 1998 murder.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWild weather cuts power, cancels New Year events as warnings roll southAbout 10,000 Tasman homes lost power after trees brought down lines.30 Dec 05:01 AM
