PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Just crazy': Principals fear burnout as student needs and politics shake schoolsClassroom space and student learning difficulties are also challenges for principals.21 Nov 08:00 PM
New ZealandCrash blocks southbound lane on Christchurch’s Northern MotorwayEmergency services were called shortly after 7am to the motorway scene.21 Nov 07:49 PM
New ZealandKiwi Olympians cycle 4500km across Africa to give free bikes to localsHamish Legarth and Nicole Shields biked through six African nations.21 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSimon Wilson's Love this City: Good growth or the worst plan ever?Opinion: Plan Change 120, 'fraud' allegations in Papatoetoe, the Botanic Gardens and more.21 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFrom paddocks to pedals: Rural Riders connects Kiwi farmersRural Riders offers weekly bike rides, barbecues and catch-ups for busy farmers.21 Nov 03:59 PM
EntertainmentAmerican star scoops NZ Screen Award, Tamahori honoured with posthumous acclaimOther winners included the cast of hit film Tinā and Shortland Street. 21 Nov 10:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAlex Worker: Why NZ’s primary assets are disappearingAlex Worker warns New Zealand risks becoming a price-taker in its own land.21 Nov 08:11 AM
New ZealandBaby murderer accused of seriously hurting another infant – this is why he won't face trialSuppression orders lift on the further charges that were laid against Michael John Topp.21 Nov 05:00 AM
New Zealand‘We thought we’d die’: Family relive horror as gang member breaks into their home The terrified family hid their two daughters, aged 15 and 12, in a cupboard.21 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandSweltering temperatures for parts of New Zealand as mercury hits 30CUnfortunately the weather deteriorates for some over the weekend.21 Nov 01:09 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulInside Rugby: Chairman Kirk's nuclear option for coaching dilemmaOPINION: David Kirk has acknowledged All Blacks appointment process was flawed.21 Nov 01:01 AM
AucklandPolice prepare for 30km boat protest convoy over Auckland Harbour Bridge, waterfront Police will monitor key intersections along Saturday morning's route.21 Nov 01:00 AM
ChristchurchPolice appeal for information about second accident 500m from double fatal truck crashTwo died at the scene and another person was airlifted to hospital in serious condition. 20 Nov 11:17 PM
CrimeKiller Nathan Boulter investigated four years ago for rape allegations when he was 14Boulter was 14 and already showing violent behaviour towards the 15‑year‑old girl.20 Nov 11:06 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiz Root: The hidden links shaping NZ’s fight to withstand extreme weatherNew research shows 750,000 Kiwis live in flood‑exposed areas nationwide.20 Nov 11:00 PM
Crime'Significant development': Arrest made after Dunedin arson attackPolice allege the 48-year-old used explosives to ignite the Lees St blaze.20 Nov 06:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPolice eye manslaughter charges over Pike River Mine disasterPolice have told lawyer Nigel Hampton, KC, they can prove manslaughter.20 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandTwo dead after car and truck crash on SH1 near TimaruDiversions are in place while the Serious Crash Unit investigates.20 Nov 08:41 AM
New ZealandLandlord fined $33k over unsafe Lyttelton boarding houseInspectors found leaking ceilings, broken guttering and missing smoke alarms.20 Nov 07:15 AM
New Zealand'Significant failure': Foodstuffs fined $39k for selling recalled hummusNearly 83,000 units of hummus products were recalled in 2023 over salmonella fears.20 Nov 06:17 AM
AucklandAir NZ flight returns to Auckland after in-flight engineering issueFlight NZ5077 turned around near Mt Taranaki before returning to Auckland.20 Nov 04:21 AM
CrimeSupermarket manager injured in brutal, surprise attack while stocking shelves His assailant, Shamah Riley, has now been sent to prison for the violent act. 20 Nov 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Considerable smoke': Blenheim rubbish plant closes over cardboard fireNearby residents have been advised to close their windows to avoid smoke inhalation.20 Nov 03:34 AM
CrimeEmergency crews rush to serious multi-car crash on West CoastThree rescue helicopters have been sent to the crash scene near Ross.20 Nov 01:18 AM
Crime Dunedin man accused of using explosives to ignite abandoned houseThe 48-year-old has been charged in relation to one of three fires in Dunedin on Tuesday. 20 Nov 01:11 AM
Travel newsSri Lankan police apologise to Kiwi traveller, man at centre of lewd act arrested after altering appearanceLocal police say the incident has 'damaged the country's reputation'.20 Nov 01:00 AM
ChristchurchSwiss national charged after fatal two-vehicle crashA 32-year-old man faces a charge of careless driving causing death.19 Nov 10:15 PM
WorldHow a new study rewrites the history of the first kissOxford researchers traced kissing back to ape ancestors 16.9 million years ago.19 Nov 10:14 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailInside Tahua’s costly bargain and how it’s rebuilding Torpedo7The group owns Burger King, Hannahs, Torpedo7 and new retail brand The Outlet.19 Nov 09:00 PM
ChristchurchPolice officer suffers facial injuries, taken to hospital after alleged airport assaultThe officer approached two people who were reportedly behaving in a disorderly manner.19 Nov 08:43 PM
BusinessStrong sales boost: A2 Milk upgrades 2026 outlook amid currency tailwindProfit is forecast to rise slightly from last year's $209.9m result.19 Nov 08:12 PM
Black Caps'He's been awesome': Santner transforms into Black Caps' perfect finisherAlready a world class bowler, the NZ skipper has become a match-winner with the bat. 19 Nov 08:00 PM
Breakers'Don’t agree with the decision': Major Breakers sponsor on pride jersey controversyThe NBL club and players have been criticised for deciding not to wear a pride jersey.19 Nov 06:51 PM
New Zealand'Every shot is a story of survival': Kiwi winners in conservation contestTasman’s Nic Wooding was an Oceania winner with her glowing study of a velvet mushroom.19 Nov 06:00 PM
