Wellington'Mudslide of hell': Human faeces found in central Wellington liftThe faeces were found mere metres away from the city's new $2.3 million toilet block.25 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandKilled woman's phone and bag likely thrown from car before body dumpedA white car that could hold the key to solving a homicide did a circuit of Hawke's Bay.25 Feb 01:03 AM
WellingtonThief steals wood meant to cover storm damage costs for small rural school Ōpiki School is a rural primary school of 113 students near Manawatū.25 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandTower to redistribute work to Auckland, Fiji as Rotorua office closesUnion slams move to 'ship work overseas'; insurer says it's proudly Kiwi/Pacific.25 Feb 12:28 AM
WellingtonMan disappears in Manawatū River, search and rescue underway Officers tried to call to the man to come back to land. 24 Feb 11:38 PM
New Zealand'Undesirables coming up to our pā': Village shuts gate at night after intrusionsLocals report intruders using village facilities and geothermal pools at night.24 Feb 10:50 PM
New ZealandGuilty plea over crash that killed 10-year-old boyThe 24-year-old driver will be sentenced in Taupo District Court on April 29.24 Feb 09:23 PM
New Zealand'Silly as chooks': 'Lovely' neighbourhood ruined by people 'doing nangs'They are driving 'smashed on that stuff' and 'dancing and yahooing' in the street.24 Feb 05:30 PM
WellingtonWoman facing organ removal claims GP clinic lost her medical records The woman claimed her infertility was ignored by a Palmerston North clinic for years. 24 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandNotorious Nia Glassie murderer fronts Parole BoardWiremu Curtis was 17 at the time 3-year-old Nia died after months of abuse and torture. 24 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandToilet leak: Health warning at popular swim spot liftedPeople were warned not to swim at the popular Rotorua lake.23 Feb 08:41 PM
New ZealandWatch: Police probing mystery late-night 'boom' heard across RotoruaPolice were called to Western Heights about 10pm but found nothing unusual.23 Feb 07:38 PM
New ZealandPublic welcome at funeral service for 'colourful character' Dax HollandThe man accused of killing the Tauranga rough sleeper has appeared in court.23 Feb 07:00 PM
New ZealandHomeless crackdown welcomed by some in Rotorua, but MP calls it 'disgusting'Police will be able to order rough sleepers and beggars to move on for up to 24 hours.23 Feb 05:00 PM
Super Rugby'Very sad': Why Moana Pasifika can't host Chiefs clash in TongaThe round nine fixture will instead take place in Pukekohe or Rotorua.23 Feb 03:10 AM
New Zealand'Humble hero' cop saves two deaf women from rising floodwatersAfter rescuing them from their car, he put them up at his mum's house for the night.23 Feb 03:05 AM
New ZealandCruise among big-ticket prizes boosting Supper Club fundraiser for family retreatsRaffle tickets start at $25, offering 12 chances to win prizes worth hundreds of dollars.23 Feb 01:50 AM
New ZealandNow you're guilty: Judge does U-turn on aggravated robbery verdictA High Court ruling ordered Judge Joanne Wickliffe to reconsider the case.22 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerThe new inflation normal: What a hotter economy means for your moneyOpinion: If 3% (or even 4%) is the new 2%, this will have implications for investors.22 Feb 03:00 PM
New Zealand‘Is it going to come back?’: Mum’s fear as daughter outlives terminal prognosisElyse Johnson, 12, was given months to live when she was aged 2.20 Feb 07:00 PM
SportSwimmer turned power cyclist eyes Commonwealth GamesShe took up competitive para-cycling only in 2023 after eight years in swimming.20 Feb 04:01 PM
WellingtonWoman says years of missed care leaves her facing organ removal It was only when the woman switched practices that her tumours were discovered.20 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow Supper Club 2026 is doing things a bit differentlyOrganisers of this year's Supper Club share how to support the fundraiser for the upkeep of retreats in Rotorua used by families of sick children.Watch19 Feb 11:06 PM
Wellington'Hanging by a thread': Landslide leaves homeowner facing $300k billAaron Pahl and his devastated children watched the landslide happen.19 Feb 09:03 PM
New ZealandMayor plans fifth China trip in bid to put Rotorua back on the mapSpending by Chinese visitors in Rotorua is not back to half of pre-Covid levels.19 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandTauranga homicide: Memorials held for the 'big guardian of downtown'Police have opened a homicide investigation into the death of rough sleeper Dax Holland.19 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandRegional Council election spending revealedStuart Crosby got in, but others who spent thousands failed to win.18 Feb 11:08 PM
New Zealand'State of decay': Dad of premature baby alarmed by 'rotten', leaky hospital unitThe hospital has acknowledged issues but is confident in the safety of its clinical care.18 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandUpper crust: Why that pie might cost more than you'd expectCafe and bakery owners say their costs have increased 'massively'. 18 Feb 12:45 AM
New ZealandWaioweka Gorge convoys resuming this afternoonThe full daily convoy schedule from 7am is expected to resume tomorrow.18 Feb 12:25 AM
New ZealandTime Warp again: Riff Raff statue back where Rocky Horror story beganA global audience tuned in to the live cam as Hamilton celebrated the statue's return.17 Feb 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPolice chief Tim Anderson on Mount landslide grief, leadership and his new jobWith 32 years in the police, he is known for plain speaking and empathy.17 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandFaulty cylinder blamed for Mount Maunganui house fireA faulty hot water cylinder caused extensive fire damage to a Mount Maunganui home.17 Feb 02:33 AM
New ZealandTaihape’s Winiata Marae steps up for stranded travellersOrganisers say opening the marae in storms is now a core role for the hapū.16 Feb 07:58 PM
