New ZealandMove to allow freedom camping on shores of picturesque Central Otago lake gets backlashA petition claims camping at Beacon Point threatens fragile wetlands nearby.05 Nov 03:00 AM
New Zealand$3 per km to fly: Are New Zealanders getting value from domestic air travel?Some short regional hops now cost more than $3 a kilometre when booked late.04 Nov 08:21 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Incredibly weak period': No end forecast to falling rentsNational rents have dropped 1.1% annually – one of the first falls since 2009.04 Nov 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSharesMarket close: NZ sharemarket inches upward as investors bet on brighter 2026The S&P/NZX 50 Index closed at 13,556.3, up up 7.98 points or 0.06%.03 Nov 05:27 AM
Lifestyle'Uncomfortable': Norway's future queen speaks on life in SydneyThe 21-year-old royal is studying social science at the University of Sydney.03 Nov 02:53 AM
New ZealandCyclist seriously injured in SH6 crash at Gibbston, highway reopens after closureThe cyclist was airlifted to Dunedin Hospital in a serious condition after the collision.03 Nov 01:24 AM
Auckland'It's very special': New women's record time set in Auckland Marathon for back-to back champBrigid Dennehy smashed the previous women's record by more than three minutes. 02 Nov 01:31 AM
TravelInsider’s guide: Best spots to visit in Hastings and Havelock North Skip the tourist traps and explore like a local01 Nov 06:00 PM
New ZealandGold hunters find giant 70g nugget worth $25k, won't reveal secret locationThe 70g nugget could fetch about $25,000 given its size and rarity.01 Nov 02:43 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismAccor launches Tribe Auckland as Jo&Joe gets set for quick finishAccor’s 49th site, Jo&Joe Auckland, opens November 7 with 293 beds and a rooftop bar.31 Oct 02:20 AM
New ZealandIconic Taupō Hole in One reopens after $1m upgradeThe redevelopment includes new covered bays, café and 'Ball Blaster'.31 Oct 12:23 AM
PremiumPremiumProperty'2026 likely to be trough year': SkyCity CEO on recovery forecastStill trying to sell Auckland car parks for $200m, NZICC finally opening in February.30 Oct 11:05 PM
ChristchurchTourist sentenced over Wānaka crash that injured four, including his wifeHoneymooner Ka Ho Cheung crossed the centre line, hitting two vehicles.30 Oct 03:03 AM
New ZealandIcy lows grip NZ: How long will the chill stick around? Frosty mornings expected as temperatures hover just above freezing.29 Oct 05:00 AM
Golf‘For me, it was a great call’: Kiwi golfer's life on LIV TourCampbell will be back in action at home on December 12 in the Chasing the Fox event.28 Oct 07:00 PM
New ZealandCommunities rally after wild storm leaves thousands without electricity for daysMore than 8000 properties remain without power across Southland and Otago.28 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandSevere wind gusts batter Auckland Harbour Bridge, spring snow dusts Canterbury, NZDF deployedTranspower declared a grid emergency after a lightning strike cut supply.28 Oct 01:00 AM
New Zealand'A huge loss': Tributes for young Irishman who died in Queenstown balcony fallDillon McDermott, from Galway, died in the resort town last week.27 Oct 10:20 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBounce back: NZ’s adventure capital nears pre-Covid tourism highs ahead of big summerAustralia leads arrivals at 40%, with the US and China steadily increasing.27 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandSerious crash near Queenstown: Patient airlifted to hospitalThe road near Ben Lomond remains blocked as contractors work to clear it.27 Oct 04:39 AM
New ZealandLong traffic queues as Aucklanders return from holiday; Labour Weekend road toll at twoMetService warns heavy rain, wind and snow could disrupt travel today.27 Oct 03:25 AM
EntertainmentWho’s playing where this summer? Your guide to 2025’s biggest gigs across AotearoaGrammy winners, pop icons and rock legends all set for New Zealand shows.27 Oct 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Consider moving your trip forward': New weather warnings issued as storm nearsCold snap brings rain, wind and snow for Labour Day travellers.26 Oct 10:34 PM
New ZealandMany Hawke’s Bay business owners under ‘severe stress’: Business leader'I don’t think I’ve ever seen people working as hard for such little return.'25 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandRain, gales and swells set to interrupt weekend plans across countryRain up to 15mm/h and wind gusts reaching 90km/h are forecast for Sunday.25 Oct 06:00 AM
New ZealandHeavy traffic ahead: Police urge caution as long weekend beginsPolice say no one died on the roads last Labour Weekend and they want to keep it that way.24 Oct 03:49 AM
New ZealandMan charged with setting numerous cellphone towers alightThe 41-year-old Wānaka man faces arson and firearms charges.23 Oct 11:56 PM
New ZealandMeasles alert after ferry trip sparks nationwide exposure warningHealth NZ says six active measles cases are confirmed across the country.23 Oct 08:01 PM
EntertainmentTikTok says these are NZ's best creators, but nominees 'don’t want to harp on about it'Public invited to have the final say for annual awards.23 Oct 05:59 AM
New ZealandAuckland family stranded after weather cancels Queenstown flight homeThe group have borrowed money for accommodation after being left with no way home.23 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandSix measles cases confirmed as ferry exposure sparks national alertAbout 350 ferry passengers have been contacted by Health NZ.23 Oct 04:32 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: All Blacks baby boom – how McKenzie, de Groot and Barrett are preparing for their new arrivalsPlus, a Kiwi tech mogul on why he returned to NZ after a decade in Silicon Valley. 22 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘You saved my life’: Chris Carter on enduring legacy of being NZ’s first gay MP'All the horrible phone calls that came to our house … it was all worth it.' 22 Oct 05:18 AM
New ZealandMeasles likely spreading in community, health officials warnFour cases of the illness, including in two children, have been confirmed this week. 21 Oct 10:23 PM
