Crime‘It was either her or me': Man accused of killing his ex claims he was trying to protect his familyAnaru Morunga told police he was 'cooked as a cooked thing' and hearing voices.24 Feb 06:00 AM
New ZealandHow experts want dog laws to change after another fatal attackDog-related injuries reached 29,220 in 2024-25, with 14,120 from bites.24 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandFrom rags to rest: Op shops turn dumped clothing into bedsA six-month trial is turning dumped Northland clothing into mattresses and insulation.24 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandGrieving dolphin carrying dead calf prompts warning to keep clear in the Bay of Islands23 Feb 05:00 AM
ChristchurchChristchurch dogs attack: Bloody scene after pets savage boy without warning23 Feb 04:11 AM
New ZealandCyclists chased in months before fatal Kaihū dog attack: Police appeal for informationPolice say cyclists may have been chased by dogs in Kaihū in November and December.23 Feb 12:19 AM
New ZealandWeekend shears double for Toa Henderson as World Champs loomThe World Shearing and Woolhandling Championships kick off in Masterton next week.22 Feb 10:09 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessFrom burnout to hot tubs: Inside Mangawhai’s new wellness retreatTiki Beach founder Amy Calway retrained as a health coach after burnout and Covid.22 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandRimu's capsize ordeal: 'For a dog that hates water … she’s a tough little thing'Rimu has recovered and is back on the water, albeit more protective than before.22 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Expensive looking boat': Three people, two dogs escape sinking yachtCoastguard was alerted to a yacht run up against rocks at Ōpito Bay in Northland.22 Feb 08:21 AM
New ZealandHelena Bay hill slip workRepairing the Helena Bay hill slip on Russell Rd means 110,000cu m of material has to be trucked away, project lead Curt Martin and councillor Stephen Martin say.Watch22 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandFugitive Aussie dealer hid in Far North, used NZ as 'safe harbour' to hide $1mThe man directed associates to deposit $1m into NZ bank accounts.22 Feb 01:00 AM
New Zealand'No previous complaints' lodged against dogs involved in devastating attack in ChristchurchBoth dogs have been impounded, pending a police investigation.22 Feb 12:59 AM
New ZealandBird deaths spread – avian botulism suspected at Whangārei water damTests are underway to rule out bird flu after 25 birds have died in a second outbreak.22 Feb 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWinston AldworthHighlanders v Chiefs player ratings: The ABs midfield clash that could decide selectionOPINION: Chiefs lock Tupou Vaa'i was immense with an 80-minute, match-turning display.21 Feb 08:53 PM
New Zealand'Disastrous, tragic’: Three injured, one critical after Christchurch dog attackTwo dogs at the Bryndwr property have been restrained by animal control.21 Feb 04:17 AM
New ZealandGirl who thought she was dying inspires new period packs for girls in careThe new packs for girls in care include period undies, pads, toiletries and chocolate.20 Feb 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergy'Engine that gets New Zealand going': Mercury bets big on new power projectsMercury's boss says gentailers are now building new plants faster than 'Think Big'.20 Feb 06:00 PM
New Zealand'We’ve got to give it our best shot': Community bid to buy iconic Kerikeri marketThe community has 12 months to raise $7m to buy the Old Packhouse site.20 Feb 04:00 PM
CrimeA missing tractor, crushed fences and tyre tracks - the clues an alleged killer left behindJasmaine Reihan's burnt body, phone and a knife were later found in the car on the beach.20 Feb 06:00 AM
New ZealandDogs to be destroyed after fatal Kaihu mauling, council confirmsThe three dogs are currently impounded while police investigate.20 Feb 04:00 AM
PoliticsEx-Prince Andrew arrest: What law change New Zealand would make if the line of succession changedThe former prince is eighth in line to the throne.20 Feb 02:24 AM
New ZealandFarmer has hundreds of sheep killed by roaming dogsFinn Cook is thinking of quitting sheep farming if the killing can’t be stopped.20 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandSchool bus driver stood down for allegedly drinking on the jobA parent claims they found an empty can and two full beers in the bus.19 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'The biggest issue we face': Northland mayors unite on dog control crisisMP Grant McCallum has called for a meeting with the region's mayors about dog control.19 Feb 05:00 AM
TravelThree friends. 30 degrees. No phone: What happened on my digital-free NZ road trip'Get lost we did. Except I didn’t know it... and it didn't matter.'19 Feb 04:00 AM
CrimeMurder-accused's mother begged police for help as her son's paranoia spiralledAnaru Morunga has been accused of murdering his ex-partner, Jasmaine Reihana.19 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandRuatangata West man identified as person who died in crashThree other people were taken to hospital with minor injuries after the crash.18 Feb 10:27 PM
