New ZealandWarm, wet weather to hit NZ before cold snap brings freezing tempsMetService has issued heavy rain watches for parts of the South Island.02 Jun 05:00 PM
Travel newsBest 2026 early bird travel packages you can book nowDon't wait until these prices go up.02 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Greatest show on earth': Dazzling aurora display may return tonightThe aurora was visible across much of New Zealand on Sunday night.02 Jun 06:56 AM
CrimeTensions boil in former luxury resort manager's trial as director cross-examined for four daysDirector Jing Ma testified for four days, denying the former manager's claims.02 Jun 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBlack FernsWoodman-Wickliffe on babies, books, broadcasting and King’s Birthday honourShe aims to start a family after the Rugby World Cup in England.02 Jun 03:00 AM
New Zealand'It's rocked us all': Community mourns loss of beloved toddlerAt least 400 people gathered in Kaikohe to mourn 3-year-old Catalya.02 Jun 01:54 AM
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
Kahu'Silence by Māori': Shane Jones calls out Ngāpuhi leaders after child's deathA hikoi down Kaikohe’s main street is planned for today at 10am to pay tribute to Catalya01 Jun 05:00 PM
Travel‘Big, bad city’: Why Suva should be top of your Fiji to-do listIt's worth stepping away from the deserted beaches.31 May 07:00 PM
New ZealandOne person dead after two-vehicle crash on SH1 in NorthlandThe victim died at the crash scene, taking the holiday weekend road toll to two.31 May 04:11 AM
New ZealandNZ's smokefree 2025 ambitions ‘up in smoke’, health group claims'We’re just chasing a new kind of addiction and calling it progress.'31 May 03:05 AM
New ZealandDargaville water crisis: Businesses face losses and residents raise health concernsRepair work will take time as Dargaville's 5000 residents asked to stop using water.31 May 12:09 AM
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
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFresh inquiries: Posh doggy daycare Pets and Pats' new base lacks resource consentFresh from court, Pets and Pats is facing new questions as neighbours let loose.30 May 05:00 PM
RetailNew retailer The Outlet set to open next weekThe Outlet opens on June 3 online and in store, offering off-price retail.30 May 05:18 AM
Crime'I didn't do it': Convicted rapist's outburst as judge delivers 31 guilty verdictsFive ex-partners testified he raped, beat, and assaulted them.30 May 05:00 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 ZealandPolice name 21-year-old man killed in Whangārei crashSeth Dundass, 21, has been remembered as a 'keen young worker'. 29 May 09:17 PM
New Zealand'All sorts of destruction': Tornado strikes Hamilton, thunderstorms buffet upper northCivil Defence warned Waikato weather remains 'highly dynamic'.29 May 07:38 PM
New ZealandKing’s Birthday 2025: What you need to know for the long weekend Expect cooler weather, cafe surcharges and extra police on the roads.29 May 07:00 PM
Kahu'Lasting impact': Māori teen speaks out on beach assault, racial tauntsThe court granted permanent name suppression for the offender. 29 May 06:46 PM
New ZealandMcDonald's gets green light for Ōrākei site despite objectionsThe new application had 381 submissions, of which 331 were against the project.29 May 03:15 AM
New ZealandWestmere helipad opposition 'alarmist and unhelpful', says rich-listers' lawyerThe couple propose up to 10 flights per month, during low-tide windows.29 May 02:26 AM
New Zealand100km/h wind gusts: Rain, thunderstorms forecast for Auckland, NorthlandA strong wind watch has been issued for Northland from 3pm until 10pm.28 May 06:22 PM
KahuThe rising toll of pokies and online gambling in NorthlandAbout $40.4 million was lost by players, over three times Kaikohe Library's budget.28 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Drenched in blood': Fire chief awarded bravery medal after violent hospital ordealZak Bristow recognised for his actions in protecting staff and patients.28 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Fresh lines of inquiry': Police seek info on 77-year-old's last dayPolice are investigating a green and gold 4WD with plate LCP129.28 May 06:28 AM
New ZealandSevere weather warning: Auckland Harbour Bridge closures likelyAnd there are warnings for other regions as a low-pressure system brings wild weather. 28 May 04:00 AM
PoliticsPM Luxon open to ‘Anzac’ visit to Ukraine amid Russian warLuxon says he'd ideally tee up other meetings in Europe to pair with a potential visit. 28 May 03:59 AM
New ZealandBank accused of using $1m scam victim’s hardship to dodge potential liability'This case has liability avoidance written all over it,' financial commentator claimed.27 May 07:00 PM
New ZealandPolice Commissioner says controversial shoplifting directive 'inconsistent with his expectations'The directive sparked backlash, giving the impression lawbreakers had a free pass.27 May 07:33 AM
Crime'She told me lies': Luxury resort CEO says ex-manager's actions were 'terrifying'Operations manager Belle Mumby allegedly forged CEO Jing Ma's signature to claim overtime.27 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandPolice release name of 77-year-old man who died in Horeke homicideDaniel Hepehi was found critically injured at a Waikerikeri Rd property on May 22.27 May 05:29 AM
PremiumPremiumFootball Ferns'It's worrisome': NZF under fire for overlooking female coachesMichael Mayne was appointed head coach from a shortlist of four men.27 May 02:05 AM
