New ZealandSupermarkets, liquor outlets fight bid for freeze on new bottle storesA health official says Rotorua's alcohol-related harm is now above the national average.15 Apr 06:24 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessInside Xero co-founder’s four-year battle to build $50m golf courseHamish Edwards can finally build his dream golf course in Ōhau after a four-year delay.15 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: From tricycle to triumph - Young BMX champ aims for OlympicsMaddy, 13, is a four-time national BMX champion with sights firmly fixed on the Olympics.15 Apr 12:00 AM
New Zealand'I think they’re pretty cute': Rare Gollum fish a precious findThe large-eyed fish is named after the Lord of the Rings character.14 Apr 11:57 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam NapierLiam Napier: Why the All Blacks will miss Mark Tele’aOPINION: The All Blacks and Blues wing will leave NZ at the end of this year for Japan.14 Apr 09:14 PM
New ZealandInvercargill council's chief executive returns after mysterious four-week absenceThe council held secret meetings about a letter before Day's leave. 14 Apr 05:22 AM
SportSilver Ferns to host five tests, two major series this yearThe Silver Ferns are set to play host to five international tests in 2025.14 Apr 01:45 AM
Super RugbyDebutant inspires Highlanders to snap four-game losing streakThe Highlanders have beaten the Fijian Drua to claim their third Super Rugby Pacific win.12 Apr 09:21 AM
Crime'Your actions were deliberate': Driver leaves couple's lives shattered in horror crashDriver crashed into the victims head-on, flipping their car and injuring seven people.12 Apr 12:49 AM
New ZealandDeer farmer Cam Nelson wins Southland farm environment awardSuperior livestock performance and a commitment to biodiversity helped Cam Nelson win.10 Apr 11:54 PM
New Zealand'Snow likely': NZ braces for frosty start to school holidays as cold snap hitsChristchurch had its coldest night this year, reaching 0.7C.10 Apr 07:00 PM
New Zealand15yo charged with murder over Kawerau death The teenager was taken into custody after a search in Ōtara, Auckland.10 Apr 05:14 AM
Super RugbyThe injured stars set to return in round nine of Super RugbyAll the ins and outs ahead of the ninth round of the Super Rugby Pacific season. 09 Apr 04:31 AM
Super RugbyRugby’s newest rivalry prepares to ignite this weekendMoana Pasifika could change the complexion of their sibling rivalry with the Blues.08 Apr 11:30 PM
BusinessOn The Up: Kiwis backing a new generation of start-upsThe NZ tech stars who are paying it forward.08 Apr 05:05 PM
New ZealandMan who raped, murdered schoolgirl makes ‘limited progress’ in 33 years behind barsPaul David Bailey was sentenced to life in prison for the rape and murder of Kylie Smith.08 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandGloria's Invercargill farmlet a haven for injured owls'I always give them a little blessing before they fly away.'07 Apr 02:30 AM
New ZealandCameron Smith wins Otago Southland Young Farmer finalIt was Cameron Smith’s second time competing in the regional final.06 Apr 11:44 PM
OpinionThe Conversation: Data is no substitute for real-world experienceOPINION: While data can be useful, it’s not neutral06 Apr 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyNZ hydro-power generation gets a boost Much-needed rain has taken some pressure off the national electricity grid. 06 Apr 08:46 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Perspective, confidence and balance - top Kiwis share the secrets to their successOn The Up: How four inspirational New Zealanders keep focused on their goals.06 Apr 05:00 PM
CrimeWithin days of arriving in NZ, Aussie man helped scam 71yo out of $150kThe reluctant NZ resident wants to make up for the fraud – with volunteer work, not cash.06 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandSettled weather for most after late-week deluge and rescue dramasSome places received almost half a metre of rain in the late-week drencher.04 Apr 11:45 PM
Sport‘Long way to go’: Blues confident of Super Rugby playoff pushThe Blues have won one of their six Super Rugby Pacific games this season.04 Apr 01:01 AM
New ZealandEpic journey: 50 Mini teams aim to raise $500k for Kiwi kidsWe're taking these cars to Invercargill, boy.03 Apr 10:28 PM
Crime‘He was alone and unarmed’: MDMA deal ends with murderOne man was killed and another stabbed after a $150 drug deal went wrong.02 Apr 04:00 AM
Super RugbyAll Blacks prop ruled out for remainder of Super Rugby seasonAll the ins and outs ahead of the eighth round of the Super Rugby Pacific season. 02 Apr 03:12 AM
Entertainment‘Edgy’ comedian Jimmy Carr set to return to the NZ regions he previously roastedThe comedian's previous remarks about some NZ towns ruffled Kiwi feathers.01 Apr 03:45 AM
New ZealandPush for higher farm plastic recycling targetsFarmers use more than 10,000 tonnes of plastic bale wrap annually.31 Mar 08:34 PM
New ZealandOn-farm training programme empowers young adults with disabilitiesMichial Todd, the first trainee to graduate, is now a certified dairy farm relief worker.31 Mar 04:00 AM
New Zealand‘A delightful person’: Community mourns loss of prominent businessman after plane crashIvan van de Water was a respected member of the Gore community.30 Mar 11:03 PM
All BlacksDamian McKenzie staying in NZ, signs long-term dealHe aims to win a championship with the Chiefs and succeed in the 2027 World Cup.30 Mar 08:56 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil GiffordPhil Gifford: The Hurricane who looks like an All Black every time he playsOPINION: What shaped as a pretty boring round of Super Rugby Pacific had everything.30 Mar 08:30 PM
PremiumPremiumSharesMarket close: Ryman’s resurgence: Shares climb off 13-year low The NZ sharemarket closed down 28.39 points or 0.23%.27 Mar 05:23 AM