New ZealandSub-zero temperatures as cold snap grips NZ - but La Niña's possible return loomsLa Niña may return, bringing warmer, wetter weather until October.03 Aug 05:00 PM
Kahu$28m funding for Northland kura, opposed Kaiwaka school to open by 2028Te Kura o Ngāringaomatariki will move 11km to a new campus in Kaiwaka.03 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: How a few muddy hot pools were transformed into a multimillion-dollar attractionLong renowned for its healing powers, Ngāwhā Springs has undergone a $4.3m upgrade. 02 Aug 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Holy cow!': Northland man finds $200k Lotto ticketA Northland man found an unclaimed $200,000 Lotto ticket in his glovebox.02 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPastures Past: When bridges struggled with farm demandsIn 1934, a lorry got stuck on a narrow bridge, delaying cream transport.02 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessGoodbye ... Michael Hill, jewellerDetermined, ambitious, verging on the eccentric, Sir Michael Hill was a visionary. 01 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandBlood, sweat and tears: Doco highlights gym's life-changing impactInternational Film Festival documentary follows kickboxers' transformative journey. 01 Aug 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Sport could be the key to tackling youth crime OPINION: Sport-based programmes could be a better alternative than boot camps.01 Aug 05:00 PM
Crime'It's just idiotic': Man tries to set police station on fire to impress womanZayne Gordon was on the run when he set a Molotov cocktail on fire at Kaikohe station.31 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandKaipara councillor warns Northlanders face $4000-plus water ratesKaipara Council voted 6:2 to join Northland’s Local Water Done Well initiative.30 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'There is a danger': Strong currents, surges expected along NZ coastCoastal areas under threat include harbours, estuaries and small boats. 30 Jul 04:39 AM
CrimePrivate prosecution against former council lawyer won’t include new allegationsChristopher Claydon failed to bring 20 new charges against George Swanepoel.29 Jul 04:30 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesSunair still grounded but says progress being madeThe regional airline's chief says some Sunair planes should get clearance soon.29 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandOranga Tamariki ordered to pay $108,000 over battle to remove Māori child from Pākehā foster parentsOranga Tamariki engaged in a campaign to discredit the foster parents, says justice.28 Jul 10:21 PM
CrimeMen forfeit $70k in drug proceeds after meth lab arrestsPolice found 1.6kg of meth at a clandestine lab in Herekino.28 Jul 05:00 AM
New Zealand'It was a scary way to live': Housing battle ends for terminally ill manLogan faced ICU admissions and five helicopter transfers due to poor living conditions.27 Jul 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Don’t give up': Couple who went from the streets to a home share message of hope Hera and Lena Greaves are heartbroken by Kaitāia’s rising homelessness.27 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We ensure it's not a lottery:' Former cop and MP turned PI on finding out the truth Northland PI Mike Sabin works with a team of six former-detectives to gather evidence. 26 Jul 09:00 PM
Boxing'Boxing saved my life': Kiwi champ set for historic showdownLani Daniels will fight Claressa Shields in Detroit on July 27 (NZT).26 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandAccessible respite service offers unique relief for Northland familiesNorthlanders with disabilities no longer have to use hospitals or rest homes for respite.24 Jul 11:00 PM
New Zealand'I'm so proud': Teen's $48k scholarships pave way to universityTearohanui Chellew, 18, secured two scholarships totalling $48,000.24 Jul 01:00 AM
Agribusiness report'No skin off our nose': CEO on US tariffs impact on butter ventureOpen Country looks to the United States to boost its trade as its butter venture opens23 Jul 04:59 PM
CrimeMachete-wielding youth allegedly threatens staff at convenience storeThe youths allegedly carried out the theft using two stolen vehicles.23 Jul 02:59 AM
Crime'Absolute stupidity': Power boss slams dangerous substation break-insOne break-in resulted in a forced power outage to 4500 customers in the Far North.23 Jul 02:20 AM
New ZealandLogging truck rolls, Far North road now openTraffic management is in place but delays are expected.23 Jul 01:26 AM
SportSilver Ferns hopefuls shine in ANZ Premiership's pivotal seasonFilda Vui leads with 28 two-point shots, showing her proficiency in attack.22 Jul 12:35 AM
New ZealandThe council with just one candidate as deadline for nominations loomsNominations for the election closes in 11 days.21 Jul 02:56 AM
CrimeHoliday park murder: Woman admits killing one woman, assaulting anotherThe victim was found with critical injuries at Houhora Heads Holiday Park in April 2024.21 Jul 02:36 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRetirement village's affordable housing dream fails, properties hit marketThe village's plan to sell properties for affordable housing fell through.20 Jul 08:20 PM
New ZealandFrom puppy chaos to competitive husky racing'This breed is a working dog and needs to run and have a purpose.'19 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Everyone's anxious about it': Slip adds uncertainty to Brynderwyns projectAnother Brynderwyns slip has spiked concern about the prolonged impact on businesses.18 Jul 05:05 PM
New ZealandFar North homes without power after severe galesMore than 170 customers south of Cape Rēinga are still without power.17 Jul 08:26 AM
New ZealandTwo charged with neglect 10 years after 4yo's death in KaikohePolice have continued their investigation since Alestra Kepa-Hati's death in 2015.17 Jul 02:17 AM
New Zealand'Tipping point to extinction': Orca expert fears marina fast-track applicationDr Visser warns the marina could be the 'tipping point to extinction' for orca.16 Jul 05:00 PM
