New ZealandWhat you need to know about the new Manawatū Tararua HighwayLocals got a test drive over the new highway over the southern Ruahine Range.08 Jun 04:55 AM
Olympics'It was different': Dame Lisa Carrington on end of remarkable 16-year streakThe kayaking great says her break is an 'opportunity to try something different'07 Jun 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCrimeStream of accusations continue for ex-Marist Brother teacher'He must realise he’s booked a one-way ticket to hell,' says the latest man to speak out.07 Jun 09:51 PM
RacingWhy Jesko could be NZ's next great steeplechaserJesko secured a five-length victory over Al's Red Zed and Call Me Jack.07 Jun 06:37 AM
New ZealandChild predator was fresh out of prison when he struck again, targeting 10 girlsKarl Salmon has a history of child sex offending. He now faces an indefinite prison term.07 Jun 01:00 AM
New ZealandAustralian navy ship disrupts NZ internet and radio servicesHMAS Canberra's radar blocked Wi-Fi from Taranaki to Marlborough.06 Jun 07:44 PM
New ZealandPermit reduction likely for Gisborne truck routeNew maps exclude Ormond Rd from the NZTA’s ‘H’ permit system.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Human error' behind massive Lower North Island internet outageThe outage, caused by human error, lasted over an hour, affecting 118,000 services.06 Jun 05:35 AM
New ZealandWellingtonians back online after 90% of network goes darkA rough estimate from the Chrous site is that 8500 customers were affected. 05 Jun 11:51 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandQ&A: Ockham award-winner on her hometown, social media and making dreams happenRotorua-raised Ngāhuia Te Awekōtuku won the Non-Fiction Award for her memoir, Hine Toa.05 Jun 06:27 PM
New ZealandSchool's shearing and woolhandling contest a hitThe school held its own version of the iconic Golden Shears championships.04 Jun 09:26 PM
WorldFirst Whanganui, now Paris: Calls for legal rights to protect River SeineIn 2017, New Zealand recognised the Whanganui River as a living entity.04 Jun 06:23 PM
New ZealandBest Debut: Comedian scoops major prize at festival'Now, it feels like I deserve to be up there.'04 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: 'Run it straight' games deserve condemnation OPINION: The activity has horrified those who work so hard to prevent head injury. 04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandThunderstorm warnings across top half of North Island as heavy rain lashes AklWarnings of localised flooding, severe gales, waves reaching 6.5 metres and snow.04 Jun 09:07 AM
New ZealandAre you $12m richer? Lotto numbers drawn for mega Powerball prizeCheck the numbers from tonight's draw to see if you are in the money.04 Jun 08:30 AM
New ZealandTeacher denied request to 'retire with dignity' after having sex with studentThe woman was more recently teaching at one of the country's top private girls' schools.04 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandLawyer claims she took $200k of client funds to escape abusive relationship 'This is a story of a long shadow of domestic violence,' she told a disciplinary tribunal.03 Jun 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Cold air rushing in': Wintry blast to lash NZ, bringing snow, rain and strong windsStrong wind watches are in place for Auckland, Northland and Bay of Plenty.03 Jun 04:53 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailOn The Up: How a family-owned Kiwi firm quietly conquered the cleaning marketBarry Robertson, founder of Quantum Pacific, shared his father still works on the floor.02 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandHow 'shameful' violence led to Ashton's death, yet no one was charged with causing itAshton’s mother and partner were convicted of neglect, not causing his death.02 Jun 08:08 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Scots College rugby default raises serious concernsOPINION: St Peter's Cambridge seek first Central North Island title since 2020.02 Jun 06:01 PM
TravelWhy this Cambridge hotel is a hidden gem for boutique staysGuests can enjoy a free chauffeured city tour in the hotel's Bentley.02 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandPerson seriously injured in rural Manawatū animal attackThe animal involved in the attack has been destroyed.02 Jun 03:42 AM
New Zealand'Shocked, actually': Rotorua healthcare leader reflects on decades of service Hariata Vercoe has been recognised for her services to Māori, health, and the community.02 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandKing’s Birthday Honours 2025: Retirement not the end of work for honoured veterinary professorProfessor Joe Mayhew received the King’s Birthday honour for equine medicine.02 Jun 02:00 AM
New ZealandThe art of composting with Andrea ColemanAndrea Coleman knows a thing or two about composting. Kem Ormond finds out more.01 Jun 05:00 PM
RoyalsOlympic champ and ex-Govt ministers among King's Birthday Honours 2025Almost 190 Kiwis have been recognised, including a former All Black.01 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Dangerous and stupid': Levin boy racers run over woman’s legs, set diesel alight on streetPolice condemn behaviour as 'incredibly reckless' and vow to arrest all those involved.30 May 08:42 PM
New Zealand130km/h winds, 6m waves forecast for long weekend across NZMetService predicts calmer conditions on Monday, ideal for outdoor activities.30 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Block the pigs': Police brace for boy racer 'invasion' a year on from Levin violenceThe Police Minister, despite an event organiser's abuse, says his cops are ready to act. 30 May 06:17 AM
New ZealandHamilton family 'terrified' as tornado wreaks havoc on homesA resident on Ranui St claimed she saw a trampoline swirling above a house.29 May 09:20 PM
New ZealandFamily adds to calls for action after teen dies in run it straight tackle game'Everyone needs to step up to the mark and condemn this activity.'29 May 08:01 AM
New ZealandManawatū-Tararua highway to be formally opened on June 7 – traffic set to roll in following weekEight years after the gorge closed, a new route to Manawatū is almost ready to open.29 May 01:59 AM
