PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Frightened all the time': Inside a $3m kiwifruit tax evasion scam'Money mule' was allegedly kidnapped and assaulted after threatening to blow the whistle.16 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand14 rescued from launch sinking off Tauranga coast'Fourteen people on board are all accounted for and back on dry land.'16 May 04:06 AM
New ZealandBuilding momentum: Ōtūmoetai College's legacy spans six decadesThe school grew from 800 students in 1965 to over 2000 in recent years.16 May 04:01 AM
New Zealand'Flaxmere's time': 150 social homes planned for Hawke's BayHawke’s Bay was chosen due to high emergency housing needs and waitlists.16 May 03:01 AM
New ZealandSoldier in a hen house: Battle of Crete veteran's memories sharedMount Maunganui will host a memorial service for Battle of Crete this Sunday.16 May 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Just not sustainable': Rally planned to protest 12% rates increaseOrganisers say the proposed 12% rates increase is unsustainable.16 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandTauranga Mayor finally buys home in city - why he isn't moving in yetMahé Drysdale's new home in Pāpāmoa is rented out for now.15 May 09:28 PM
New Zealand'Like riding on marbles': Motorcyclists blame loose gravel for crashThe crash involved three riders from a group of 12, all aged over 50.15 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandMedical emergency: SH25 closure as person airlifted to hospitalThe person, who suffered a medical event, was airlifted to Waikato Hospital.15 May 08:41 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Staying active - seniors forge bonds at Katikati gymThe trio are all 88 years old and regulars at Katifit on Sheffield St.15 May 07:29 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChildren’s Commissioner: We sit at the wrong end of global bullying rankingsNew Zealand's youth face the second highest bullying rate in the OECD and EU.15 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbySky's First XV coverage welcomed despite Auckland's absenceCoverage starts on May 29 with Nelson College vs Marlborough Boys’ College.15 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandNo pokies for pool hall: Venue struggles after liquor license lossWelcome Bay Tavern reopened as an alcohol-free pool hall, then lost its gaming licence.15 May 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailBriscoes reveals plans for 'mini metro' storesPlus Rebel Sport will unveil its new flagship store design in Panmure this year.15 May 03:07 AM
New ZealandLittle Big Markets a launchpad for thriving businessesThe Little Big Markets began 16 years ago to support small businesses.15 May 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Reality of change': 106yo school in path of new highway faces relocationTauriko School will remain open throughout construction and any relocation.14 May 09:15 PM
New ZealandPolice investigate 'suspicious' fire after Te Puke shed blazeTwo fire crews battled the fire. 14 May 09:10 PM
New ZealandOne person seriously injured in midnight fight in KatikatiThose involved in the fracas left the scene before police arrived.14 May 08:03 PM
BusinessProperty resellers pocket $280k average profit despite market dipThe median profit gain in Auckland for house resales was $356,000. 14 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand200 new retirement homes coming to Putāruru as Overdale Estate hits stage twoGround first broke on the $200m, 400-home Overdale Estate development in 2022.14 May 05:00 PM
PoliticsGovt appoints leaders for new research institutes in major overhaulBarry Harris will lead the Bioeconomy Science Institute after the merger.14 May 04:34 AM
New ZealandLong-serving regional councillor resignsHer resignation won't trigger a byelection; the seat stays vacant until October.14 May 12:31 AM
New Zealand‘Addicted to spending’: Ratepayers fight ‘wicked’ 12% rates riseThe mayor says the council has already found millions of dollars in savings. 13 May 07:08 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOn the Up: The Kiwi athlete starring in US academia - and on the trackA near-four-minute miler and a GPA of 3.95 - Karsen Vesty is thriving in Boston.13 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCapital markets reportThe hunt for equity: Kiwi expats wantedChristopher Luxon met key investment fund leaders in London recently.13 May 05:01 PM
OpinionMark Peterson: Why councils should embrace asset recycling for growthCouncils are more than just rubbish, roads and rates. They play a more important role.13 May 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumCapital markets reportThe hunt for equity: 'Euphoria' at Tainui dealGrant Bradley looks at the hot sectors that were promoted at the infrastructure summit.13 May 04:59 PM
TechnologyTech Insider: Willis offers some venture capital sugar, but is it enough?Finance Minister delivers some unexpected Budget 2025 action.13 May 05:44 AM
New ZealandAged care facility trials reusable underwear to reduce 4000kg of wasteThe trial aims to reduce the 4000kg of incontinence waste sent to landfills annually.12 May 11:58 PM
New ZealandHow a terminal cancer patient gives back to a hospice facing funding 'crisis'Waipuna Hospice has an $8.1 million funding shortfall this financial year.12 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew Zealand arts community mourns 'larger than life artist, mentor and trailblazer'He passed away on Friday aged 96, surrounded by his whanau.12 May 05:03 AM
New Zealand'All good': Tauranga flights resume after volcanic disruptionsFlights have resumed at Tauranga Airport after ash cloud caused closure on Sunday.12 May 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyFirst XV rugby: How King's College got back on top in AucklandKing's College defeated Sacred Heart 36-22 to reclaim the Fitzpatrick-Kirkpatrick Cup.12 May 12:13 AM
PremiumPremiumHealthcareConcern 'patients will suffer' as practices with 46,000 enrolled switch funderThe centres say changing their primary health organisation will help avoid fee increases. 11 May 08:50 PM
