New ZealandApril Fool's prank 'sells' entire Tauranga school and 500+ kidsThe school has a history of pranks, including fake visits and odd prizes.02 Apr 01:25 AM
New ZealandCocaine use doubles in New Zealand as wastewater data shows record highsPolice say weekly cocaine use now costs $3.5 million in social harm across NZ.01 Apr 04:19 AM
New ZealandHeading away for Easter? What to expect with fuel prices, traffic, road closuresKiwis have been advised to stay cautious and plan ahead for the Easter long weekend.01 Apr 03:00 AM
PremiumNew Zealand'Accident waiting to happen': Sawmill fined after two workers badly injured weeks apart31 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumLifestyle'I still remember the carnage so clearly': The day a bus tragedy rocked a school27 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandConstruction downturn hits apprentices, but signs of recovery emerge27 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumEditorialEditorial: Petrol prices are going up, but drug prices are coming down27 Mar 04:00 PM
Wellington'Pissed off' student's fight not to give back $441 after StudyLink overpayment26 Mar 07:00 AM
PremiumSchool Rugby'They just get on and play': CNI schools embrace cameras as Auckland holds out25 Mar 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyBupa's operating profit jumps 52% as retirement village and care home revenue climbs But revenue and revaluations pushed bottom-line after-tax net profit up more than 600%.25 Mar 03:22 AM
New ZealandPerson dead, three injured after fiery three-vehicle crash in Palmerston North street Police probe deadly late-night crash as road toll continues to climb.23 Mar 09:14 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationMajor NZ university forces students back to in-person exams to curb AI cheatingThe change is partly driven by fears students are using AI tools to cheat online.23 Mar 04:18 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyThe private companies that have benefitted so far from the $1.2b Regional Infrastructure FundWho's getting what for regional development: Oji, OpenStar, minerals and a NZ First donor.23 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTwo dead after truck crash near Levin that closed state highway, following horror weekendEmergency services were called to the double-fatal crash about 2.30am.23 Mar 04:07 AM
New ZealandMemory of young Hawke’s Bay cricketer who died of brain cancer to live on in medalThe young cricketer tragically died in 2024 at his family home in Waipukurau.23 Mar 03:12 AM
New ZealandFrom Rotorua to the bench: Two local lawyers step up as District Court judgesPrue McGuire returns to Palmerston North, where she began law in 1992.23 Mar 02:20 AM
New ZealandSerious two-truck crash near Levin closes state highway after horror weekendEmergency services were called to the serious crash around 2.30am.22 Mar 05:20 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand500 schools ranked: New NCEA hotspots list – where top marks meet affordable housingAnalysis reveals schools with highest academic results and cheaper houses.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFuel discounts stay as some supermarket stations run dryFinance Minister Nicola Willis says New Zealand has 41 days of petrol in reserve stocks.20 Mar 02:22 AM
New ZealandFamily vow to rebuild 46-year business after huge fireThe blaze on John F Kennedy Drive took about 11 hours to contain. 19 Mar 08:28 PM
New ZealandInquest ponders if helicopter flight could have saved this Foxton farmer’s lifeThe case has already triggered new burns training and trauma protocols at ED.18 Mar 12:11 AM
RacingLong-term plan decides next mission for Omega Boy Omega Boy jumps from a Tauranga Group 2 win to 2100m in the Awapuni Gold Cup.17 Mar 07:22 PM
New ZealandLarge Palmerston North warehouse fire contained, locals warned to keep windows shutCommuters have been warned to keep away from the fire site this morning. 17 Mar 05:10 PM
Sport'Biggest season': Why Napier City Rovers' 2026 campaign matters so muchCoach Bill Robertson has rebuilt the squad, bringing in more than 10 new players.17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandMultiple fire crews tackle large blaze in Palmerston North suburbFire and Emergency were called to the scene about 6.30pm.17 Mar 07:12 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMore than 70 Kiwis in overseas jails, true total unknownMany do not tell MFAT they are arrested, so the actual numbers could be much higher.16 Mar 04:00 PM
SportSisters on the brink: Tapper siblings chase first senior team togetherLockerRoom: The Tapper sisters moved to Australia in 2024 to fast-track their swimming.16 Mar 12:16 AM
New ZealandShane Jordan claims Timbersports national title over brother JackShane Jordan, 39, clinched the title in the final hot saw event in Palmerston North.15 Mar 10:48 PM
New ZealandBody found in river where man vanished three weeks agoPolice were called to the river at about 7.20pm yesterday after the discovery.14 Mar 07:18 PM
New ZealandHome-track dominance: Hastings, Pene keep downhill national jerseys in RotoruaThe race also set seeding for Saturday’s Specialized Kārearea Downhill.12 Mar 11:39 PM
New ZealandSpeed fencing champ chasing third national title at Rural GamesTwo-time champion Tim Garrick now juggles elite sport with a booming business.12 Mar 08:35 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle‘I have to grow up now’: NZ mums on the pros and cons of having children at 19 and at 35 The number of births to NZ mums under 25 declined to a record low last year.12 Mar 08:15 PM
