AucklandElectric bus catches fire after crashing into Auckland overpassA bus has caught fire after getting stuck under an overpass at the Constellation Bus Terminal. Photos / Dean Purcell02 Nov 02:26 AM
WorldFlight delays, airport disruption fears grow as US Government shutdown drags onOn Friday there was an uptick in cancellations at the New York-area airports and Boston.01 Nov 08:30 PM
New ZealandMixed feelings: Beam scooters pull plug on Whangārei and wider NZ operationsThe Whangārei pilot began in 2021 with council approval for up to 300 scooters.31 Oct 11:00 PM
PremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Mayor's message for Government, Auckland flood risk, an art house and playtime! 31 Oct 04:00 PM
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New ZealandEngine issue blamed for Waiheke ferry smoke that sparked mayday callTwo dozen people aboard the ferry were rescued in the incident near Waiheke Island.24 Oct 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNick Leggett: We shouldn't sell our state assets unless we're buildingOPINION: Infrastructure NZ says asset recycling could unlock $200b in future growth.22 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyLitigation, leaky pipes feature at Fletcher Building AGMLitigation against waterproofers, SkyCity suing Fletcher, motorway fight resolved.21 Oct 10:46 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Ready for some purple politics? OPINION: Here's a way for National and Labour to overcome their fear of change.21 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonFix-up for $1.25b highway pushed backNZTA says Transmission Gully work won’t begin this month, despite plans for October start.20 Oct 04:00 PM
WellingtonGovt unveils $3.8b plan for second Mt Vic tunnel, Wellington roading upgrades Work is expected to start in 2026 after consents are fast-tracked next year.20 Oct 04:51 AM
WorldHomeland Security splashes $348m on private jetsNew contract for two jets far exceeds the $87m the Coast Guard had requested for one.19 Oct 09:14 PM
WorldTesla driver suffers burns after crash ignites ‘thermal runaway’ processTeams later moved the wreck to a safe zone to watch for reignition.19 Oct 05:34 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOn The Up: They bought a school bus when their boy's route was cancelled, and stumbled into a thriving businessThe family’s 22-seater filled fast, prompting them to add two larger coaches.17 Oct 05:00 PM
WorldEV gender gap: The real reasons men are more likely to buy an electric carMen are twice as likely as women to own an EV, according to US vehicle registration data.15 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandParole Board apologises after early release of killer driverTruckie Sarah Schmidt will not be recalled to serve the two weeks in prison.15 Oct 03:08 AM
BusinessAir New Zealand and Air Chathams team upA one-stop shop is opening for some flyers wanting to get around regional New Zealand.14 Oct 06:12 AM
WorldDubai Loop: Musk's tunnelling project in UAE eyes 2026 openingCommuters in Dubai will soon be able to ride in Elon Musk’s underground transit system. 13 Oct 08:42 PM
PremiumPremiumAucklandInside the new councillors' to-do lists: What each wants done in Auckland this termProblems with roaming dogs are a high priority for two councillors.13 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'Thought I would see multiple people die': Dangerous overtake caught on cameraSocial media users have reacted to the incident on SH2 near Paeroa with fury.11 Oct 11:52 PM
New Zealand'My truck killed them': Driver in fatal crash speaks about horror of survival'It was the worst kind of nightmare you can think of.'11 Oct 05:41 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonWhat will Wayne do? Simon Wilson on the challenge for Auckland's mayor nowOpinion: Wayne Brown is determined to make a difference and he has a mandate to do it.11 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldFrance border checks to cause four-hour delays for UK travellersLong queues are expected as new EU biometric border checks begin.11 Oct 12:04 AM
New ZealandChip seal ordeal: Pāpāmoa road noise 'unbearable' and 'constant''You don’t even dare sit outside because it’s so loud,' says one disgruntled resident.10 Oct 05:06 PM
WorldUS officials probe Tesla ‘full self-driving’ over traffic violationsThe technology caused vehicles to run red lights and manoeuvre into opposing lanes.10 Oct 12:20 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson's campaign wrap: Wards to watch, ‘They Said It’ and the Māori ward referendumsOPINION: Life, the universe and the issues at the end of 40 council election meetings. 09 Oct 11:54 PM
WorldAir travel disruptions add pressure on Congress for shutdown dealUS government shutdown has stretched into a second week with no end in sight.09 Oct 08:39 PM
WorldUS faces more travel delays as shutdown continuesHigher numbers of airport safety staff are off sick, rather than working without pay.09 Oct 12:23 AM
