LifestyleKiwi influencer dies at 21 after documenting cancer battle'My life may be short, but I genuinely think I’ve squeezed every bit out of it.'24 Apr 09:56 PM
New Zealand'Cherished': Taupō farm vehicle victim described as 'beautiful pou'A long-time friend said they are 'extremely broken'.22 Apr 05:24 AM
New ZealandPolice treating Wellington man Simon Bird’s death as a homicideThe 65-year-old was found dead outside his home in the suburb of Northland on Tuesday.04 Apr 12:23 AM
New ZealandDeath of ‘true gentleman’ in Wellington treated as unexplainedTributes for Simon Bird flooded social media on Wednesday night.02 Apr 09:52 PM
New Zealand'Fly fishing royalty': 'Legendary’ Tauranga angler farewelledRichard George Marquand, better known as Dick, died from a heart attack on January 2.23 Jan 04:02 PM
New ZealandCelebration of pilot Denis Hartley’s life later this monthPilot was a significant force behind the Eastland rescue helicopter.14 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Mission accomplished': Author Ron Murray dies three days after receiving copies of final bookRon Murray's wife Jill described him as a 'man of many talents'.10 Jan 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘Apparently I have passed away’: Dunedin woman writes own death notice before dying on New Year’s DayBee Chittock suffered from a rare genetic condition.09 Jan 04:00 PM
PoliticsTangi begins and tributes flow after death of Dame Tariana TuriaTuria served as a minister under both Labour and National governments.02 Jan 08:46 PM
PoliticsTe Pāti Māori co-founder Dame Tariana Turia dies after suffering strokeTuria first entered Parliament in 1996 and left politics in 2014.02 Jan 07:26 PM
New Zealand‘Greatest storyteller ever’: Daughter, former colleagues pay tribute to legendary Kiwi journo Bob McNeilFriends and family are remembering the award-winning reporter.30 Dec 05:34 PM
Sport'Devastated': Waka ama world rocked by death of coach and paddler Kiwi Campbell'Our hearts are breaking, and we share the pain and depth of your grief.'23 Nov 06:06 PM
New Zealand'Selfless hero': The NZ doctor who used his cancer diagnosis to help othersObituary: 'There will not be any other who has made such a positive impact on so many.'08 Nov 04:11 PM
New ZealandObituary: Hawke’s Bay’s Maria van der Linden an ‘indomitable spirit’Maria taught for 26 years at St Joseph’s Māori Girls’ College.17 Oct 04:56 AM
Lifestyle'Best obit ever': Man's 'hilarious' and heart-warming obituary goes viralThe hilariously self-deprecating obituary has been appreciated by thousands.26 Sep 03:52 AM
New Zealand'Well-known and respected': Bishop Denis George Browne, 86, dies after long illnessHe led the Hamilton diocese from 1994 to 2014 and a priest for more than 60 years.04 Sep 03:09 AM
New ZealandGrandfather found dead in the Waikato River - family say police should have done moreNorman Hyslop's body was eventually found by a member of the public.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandA Gisborne music legend: Tributes flow for Darryl Monteith'... A leader, a champion for the arts, a talented musician and genuinely good person.'06 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandObituary: Betty Maddern remembered for her singing, warmth and service to communityShe contributed to the WWII effort by raising funds for troops overseas.06 Aug 12:30 AM
New ZealandJ.B. Phillips remembered as ‘literary sporting legend’The former journalist was the 'heartbeat of our sporting community'.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A good mate, a really competitive bugger': Squash legend diesThree-time national champ Trevor Johnston always squeezed in a run to keep fit.02 Aug 12:21 AM
All BlacksAll Black No 895 Shayne Philpott passes away aged 58The proud Cantabrian played 14 times for the All Blacks and 113 games for Canterbury.25 Jun 09:05 PM
New ZealandFormer NZ First MP Barbara Stewart diesStewart entered Parliament as a list MP for New Zealand First in 2002.03 Jun 08:26 AM
RoyalsCambridge community stalwart dies two weeks before receiving King's Birthday Honour'It's a hole now for us without such a strong [voice] in the community.'02 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland identity dies after lifetime supporting the country’s heritage'Heather has left a wonderful legacy'.30 May 10:00 PM
New ZealandObituary: Alan Empson remembered as a 'humble achiever'Former Waipa councillor a man of humility and action.30 May 12:30 AM
EntertainmentNZ jazz legend Rodger Fox dies aged 71Fox has been synonymous with big band jazz in New Zealand.27 May 06:03 PM
ConstructionSir Colin Giltrap, philanthropist and Giltrap Group founder, diesHe was knighted in 2012 for his services to motorsport and his philanthropy.17 Apr 09:45 PM
New Zealand'Larger than life': Why Antarctic scientist inspired people all over the worldCraig spent 40 years studying microbial life. He died on February 29.21 Mar 07:12 PM
BusinessObituary: Rod Oram - Champion of business, climate journalism and inaugural Business Herald editorOram was widely respected for his work and personal kindness.20 Mar 01:41 AM
Entertainment'Power pop' singer of Dirty Dancing fame diesHungry Eyes singer-songwriter Eric Carmen has died at the age of 74.12 Mar 07:12 PM
New ZealandOne of Northland’s last surviving WWII veterans dies aged 101Guest served in Egypt and Italy before returning to the family farm in Motukauri.25 Feb 05:03 AM
ConstructionObituary: Auckland businessman Graeme EdwardsOne of the former owners of Alloy Yachts, Graeme Edwards, has died.25 Feb 01:48 AM
New Zealand'A mighty totara has fallen': The life of Dr Warren ParkerThe highly respected primary sector leader died last month, leaving a legacy behind.24 Jan 01:30 AM