New ZealandPolice association awaits new law after 'horrendously disappointing' 200-car boy-racer gatheringPolice in full riot gear swept through Manawatū at a gathering of more than 200 cars.05 Apr 07:01 AM
PremiumAnalysisEthan ManeraAnalysis: Government nudges councils to amalgamate, is bigger really better?As major reforms loom, experts warn bigger councils aren’t automatically more efficient.29 Mar 11:00 PM
WellingtonNZ Post backs down on decision to pull services for 10 lucky storesWellington's Marsden Books was one of 10 successful stores around the country. 29 Mar 07:36 AM
Wellington'Pretty stupid': Teenager applying for supermarket job says AI made false comments about his personalityThe AI told Jesse he might “struggle with distractions" when doing mundane tasks.24 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandStrike of luck! Rotorua and Tauranga Lotto players win bigFour players Bay of Plenty-wide cashed in over the weekend. 22 Mar 10:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPenny Tucker: Why Auckland must be at the centre of growthCity leaders want a national ports plan so Auckland’s waterfront can be freed up.27 Mar 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumProject AucklandEden Park boss urges Auckland to think bigger on global stageNick Sautner wants Eden Park to anchor a new destination precinct for the city.27 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandLand search begins for new South Auckland hospital site at DruryA new hospital for South Auckland is one step closer, with Health Minister Simeon Brown announcing a land search has begun for the new site.Watch27 Mar 01:34 AM
Project AucklandProject Auckland – Simeon Brown on next steps for Auckland growthMinister for Auckland Simeon Brown is fronting the annual Project Auckland luncheon at the Northern Club today on how to turn the city’s recent momentum into meaningful growth.Watch26 Mar 11:25 PM
Project AucklandCity stakeholders discuss next steps for growth at Project Auckland luncheonSimeon Brown, Desley Simpson, Roger Gray and Carrie Hurihanganui spoke.26 Mar 11:24 PM
Tuesday22°C15°CMostly cloudy, with occasional light rain from afternoon. Northeasterlies, picking up this morning.
WellingtonTransmission Gully speed limit rising to 110km/h from MondayThe move comes after major fix-ups of the billion-dollar highway, which opened in 2022.11 Feb 10:30 PM
Wellington'Beautiful lady': Woman who died in Kāpiti Coast remembered as 'strong' and a 'soul searcher''She was a soul searcher and a believer in the stars'.11 Feb 02:03 AM
WellingtonMan arrested after police find woman's body at Raumati Beach homeA 24-year-old man will appear in the Porirua District Court later today.08 Feb 07:23 PM
Wellington'I wouldn't have survived': Killed chopper pilot's heroism in crash rememberedIn 1998, Joseph Keeley dragged a badly injured Rick Lucas from a burning wreck. 04 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan killed in Paekākāriki Hill chopper crash lost dad in same way decades agoJoseph Keeley, 54, died last week near Wellington alongside passenger Cole Ritchie, 25.02 Feb 10:27 PM
New ZealandPolice name victims of Paekākāriki Hill helicopter crashThe pair were killed when their aircraft went down last week.02 Feb 05:34 AM
The CountryNo bull: Aussie scientists find hidden hornless gene in cattleThe newly identified Mongolian polled variant was found in a Queensland herd.05 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: Let's give the V8 Supercars a proper Kiwi flavourOPINION: Swap chicanes for roadworks and a sign suggesting work will be finished in 2007.04 Apr 05:05 PM
The CountryDid closing Marsden Pt oil refinery make NZ's fuel crisis worse? Marsden Pt converted to an import terminal in 2022, but always relied on imported crude.04 Apr 05:00 PM
The Country'Fighting over a penny an acre': Shearers' pay disputes in 1910"Sheepfarmers should receive no sympathy in this paltry squabble."04 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondVege tips: How to grow broad beans you’ll actually enjoyOPINION: Broad beans don't have to be grey, mushy, and lifeless; they can be fancy too.04 Apr 05:00 PM
The Country'The buck always stops with us': Fuel spike piles pressure on farmersSurging diesel and petrol prices are pushing up fertiliser, feed and freight costs.03 Apr 09:00 PM
Driven Car GuideFill up early or run the tank low? We take a look at the best fuel strategies to save you moneyAre you better to fill up and carry more weight? Or take a little and often approach?06 Apr 06:05 AM
Driven Car GuideHow to avoid road rage (in you and other people)Road rage is a dangerous and all-too-common issue on our roads. Here's how to avoid it.06 Apr 04:05 AM
Driven Car GuideLamborghini adds four ‘Italy-inspired’ colours to its customisation programThe company says 94% of its buyers choose at least one personalised custom feature.06 Apr 02:05 AM
Driven Car GuideMercedes-Benz Auckland’s second Classics & Collectable day a big hitThe 2026 event was bigger and better than the first event, with over 50 classics on show.05 Apr 12:05 PM
OneRoofQueenstown’s tiniest luxury home snapped up after agents bombarded“This has been one of the most successful campaigns I have ever been involved in."06 Apr 06:15 PM
OneRoofGreat home, bad investment: Property guru selling his ‘accidental’ rentalHigh-profile coach says the money's in Dunedin and Invercargill.06 Apr 06:00 PM
OneRoofNZ’s best pizza ovens - as tested by two celebrity chefsHow to create a restaurant-grade dish at home.06 Apr 05:37 PM
OneRoofMortgagee auction: Luxury Coromandel spots up for grabs as developer blames tough market“There’s far more to the story than meets the eye.”06 Apr 08:02 AM
OneRoofOCR: What Reserve Bank’s next move could mean for mortgages, house pricesThe five things you need to know about the housing market this week.06 Apr 07:59 AM
OneRoofFeel the heat for $150K? The best fire-damaged homes up for grabs in NZTo get a bargain, you have to live and breathe "as is where is". 05 Apr 05:50 PM
New ZealandGisborne council urged to stop 'appeasing' forestry industryThe group wants the council to block forestry consents on red and orange land.30 Jan 06:12 AM
New ZealandPilot, passenger's bodies recovered from helicopter crash siteWork is continuing to formally identify the dead and to examine the crash scene.28 Jan 08:53 PM
New ZealandArt Deco train tickets: Early bookings urged as Napier excursions returnAbout 2500 tickets have been available for the February 19-23 vintage train rides.28 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPilot, passenger confirmed dead in helicopter crash north of WellingtonWork is continuing to recover the dead and to examine the crash scene.28 Jan 01:27 AM
New ZealandArt Deco train tickets: Early bookings urged as Napier excursions returnAbout 2500 tickets have been available for the February 19-23 vintage train rides.28 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPilot, passenger confirmed dead in helicopter crash north of WellingtonWork is continuing to recover the dead and to examine the crash scene.28 Jan 01:27 AM
WellingtonHelicopter crashes in Paekākāriki Hill area near WellingtonEmergency services are searching for a chopper after receiving an automated crash alert. Video / Ethan ManeraWatch27 Jan 11:18 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Mark Mitchell has shown once again he is a leader for a crisis OPINION: Wellington political careerists should stay out of Auckland affairs.23 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Freak accident': Stingray stabs man in abdomen on Kāpiti Coast beachThe man was training for a surf lifesaving event when the accident occurred.13 Jan 06:00 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 ZealandFire contained: Crews tackle blaze at former Waikanae religious campThe blaze broke out about 10.15am on Reikorangi Rd, Waikanae.08 Jan 10:52 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
New ZealandWild weather: 'District-wide' power outage as storm strikesAn active low-pressure system has caused chaos across NZ. 29 Dec 07:34 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyHow a teen warehouse job led to a $73m supermarket openingHe started as a picker in a distribution centre, now he's buying a $14m supermarket.28 Dec 09:00 PM
