New ZealandCars crashing off ‘extremely icy' roads a sign of a chilly week ahead for NZThere are no indications of any injuries. However, the road is currently 'extremely icy'.10 Aug 09:13 AM
New ZealandHobson's Pledge founder wants ratepayer activist seat at New Plymouth councilThree dozen members lobbied against the council's buy-local plan.10 Aug 05:49 AM
New ZealandGisborne council standing by water plan despite warning over potential financial hurdles90% of Gisborne submitters favour keeping water services in-house.09 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandMassive $20m Lotto win - where lucky Powerball ticket was soldThe Powerball number was 3, and the bonus ball was 27.09 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Poor decisions': Bunnings manager stole $38k from his workplace to fuel gambling addictionSherwin Tumapang methodically processed fake refunds which then went into his pocket.09 Aug 05:00 AM
OpinionLiam NapierLiam Napier: The case for Chiefs playmaker to join Highlanders OPINION: The focal figure could move from second fiddle to being a certain starter.09 Aug 03:31 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: I like politicians who stick to their beliefs and challenge authorityOPINION: Can’t one TV channel at least be funded for high quality public programming?08 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Massive mistake': Judge condemns life coach's bar assaultAlbert James re-entered a bar and punched his golf buddy minutes after being thrown out.08 Aug 08:10 AM
New ZealandRed red wine: UB40 to headline Bay Oval's first music festivalBay Oval's manager says this is the venue's first music event.08 Aug 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Devastating': House fire victim from well-known family, says mayor The house was fully ablaze when firefighters arrived just before 5am.07 Aug 11:55 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyWhy gas shortages could halt production at key NZ fertiliser plantGas prices for industrial users are rising by 15% to 30%.07 Aug 05:00 AM
New Zealand'A massacre': Two roaming dogs kill 50 backyard birds“How many families have to be affected for something to be done?”07 Aug 04:25 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionNew Zealand's top 10 busiest house builders - how they cope with downturnNumbers are down but thousands of new homes are being built by the leaders in the sector.06 Aug 10:00 PM
New ZealandUber driver caught with homemade stun gun on his dashboardTesting of the weapon found it would cause a severe electric shock and electrical burning.06 Aug 08:00 AM
RacingOne-time star of horse racing returns to track after tragediesThe celebrated horseman has been to hell and back but returns to the track on Friday.06 Aug 04:26 AM
SportKiwi racing driver’s narrow road to the topShe made history in 2023, winning at Indianapolis with an all-female team.05 Aug 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNPCPhil Gifford: The magic of the Ranfurly Shield and its legendary momentsPhil Gifford shares four Ranfurly Shield stories that resonate with him.05 Aug 04:01 AM
New ZealandUnlicensed security guards accused of listening to police scanner, responding to events Police say Brent Shaw turned up at incidents before them and questioned people. 05 Aug 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderIRD debt: Regional media firm calls in administrators; more than 20 jobs up in air'It’s a s*** sandwich and there’s no butter,' says one source but there is, in fact, hope.05 Aug 12:12 AM
New ZealandCalls made for fast-tracking of 'coward punch' laws after rugby supporter's deathDaniel Nganeko died after he was allegedly punched outside a rugby clubroom. 04 Aug 04:27 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPaul LewisThe bolter that would add depth to All Blacks packThe question of who will come into the squad is blurred by injuries.03 Aug 07:29 PM
New ZealandPolice remove man from Air NZ flight over 'concerning remarks'The passenger was removed from a plane at Auckland Airport due to security concerns.02 Aug 04:31 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'No bigger trophy in New Zealand sport': The enduring magic of the Ranfurly Shield explainedNorthland aim to reclaim the Ranfurly Shield after nearly 50 years.01 Aug 11:00 PM
EntertainmentShihad frontman recalls time on tour with 'lovely' Ozzy OsbourneOn the last night of the Australian leg of the tour, the rock legend shared his thoughts. 01 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Profound tragedy': Whānau gather in court after deadly one-punch assault outside rugby clubDaytona Thompson has been charged with Daniel Nganeko's manslaughter. 01 Aug 06:00 AM
CrimeKiller 'didn't give a s***' after stabbing man through heart in night of 'no dramas'Jamie Slater has been found unfit to stand trial and will now be detained in a hospital.01 Aug 12:59 AM
New ZealandCan Rotorua hit 'ambitious' voter turnout target?Rotorua aims for 50% voter turnout in October’s local election.31 Jul 09:36 PM
New Zealand'Tired and overwhelmed' teen father breaks newborn's ribs, bruises his face and bodyHe was heard telling the baby to 'shut up' and 'go to f***ing sleep'.31 Jul 08:00 AM
New ZealandMan jailed for impregnating 12yo girl who plans to parent her childThe girl, who was in court to see Adam Busby jailed, never wants to see him again.31 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandMan dies trying to retrieve keys from burning house to take nephew to hospitalHe had escaped the fire with his young nephew but re-entered to get the key to his ute. 31 Jul 03:14 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailBack in the black: Paper Plus returns to profit, renegotiates BNZ loansPaper Plus reported a $218,000 profit, bouncing back from a $553,000 loss.30 Jul 02:00 AM
NPCPlayer spotlight: Stars to watch in the 2025 NPC seasonTake a look at a player to watch from each province in the 2025 NPC season.30 Jul 01:36 AM
PremiumPremiumAthletics'Crunch time': Zoe Hobbs' dash home to refine sprinting techniqueThe sprinter's visit to NZ was brief, lasting just 17 days before returning to Europe.29 Jul 09:30 PM
New ZealandGovt to repeal oil and gas ban with new ministerial powers11th-hour change focuses on rules for decommissioning oil and gas fields, and cleanups. 29 Jul 07:06 PM
