New ZealandThames-Coromandel moves to restricted fire seasonThe restricted season covers the entire Thames-Coromandel district.15 Dec 07:23 PM
New ZealandHamilton sailor back for Christmas after 307 days at sea with HMNZS AotearoaAmra-Maree Simek has served on three Navy ships since joining in 2020.15 Dec 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBondi massacre: NZ ‘a small millimetre away' from another mass-casualty event Security experts say NZ and Australia are different but risk is growing.15 Dec 04:00 PM
Crime'It makes you feel sick': A parent's guilt after doctor groomed and abused boysKāpiti Coast GP Jared Cook abused teenage boys after befriending their families. 15 Dec 07:00 AM
New ZealandPolice launch critical incident probe after fatal Waikato crash involving BMWPolice say a black BMW sped along Arapuni Rd shortly before the crash.15 Dec 04:46 AM
New ZealandWaitai crowned WBA Oceania champion after thriller at BX-9 in AucklandThe win was Waitai’s fourth pro belt and could earn him a WBA top 15 ranking.15 Dec 04:00 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Why fines and fees are not fixing fly-tippingOPINION: Experts say lower dump fees and 24-hour access could cut rural rubbish. 15 Dec 12:57 AM
EmploymentCautious optimism: Job market recovery gathers pace but remains unevenJob adverts were up 1% in October and 9% on a year ago.15 Dec 12:18 AM
New ZealandBondi terror attack: What it means for security and anti-Semitism hereNew Zealand’s terror threat level remains at ‘low’.14 Dec 10:46 PM
New Zealand'Should not be approached': Police hunt man after double Ruapehu homicideHe is believed to still be in the remote Ruatiti area, near Whanganui National Park.14 Dec 10:46 PM
New ZealandFrom ‘naughty’ to champion: Young horses shine at Hawke’s Bay showjumping'She was meant to be sold, but I could never get her broken in in time for the auctions.'14 Dec 10:39 PM
New ZealandGales, heavy rain and cooler temps on way as active front sweeps up NZIt's expected to reach the North Island by tomorrow and draw temperatures down.14 Dec 09:53 PM
New Zealand4-year-old flown to hospital after near-drowning near RaglanThe young child was pulled from the water and given CPR by a member of the public.14 Dec 07:35 PM
New ZealandOne dead after two-vehicle crash in WaikatoThe two-vehicle crash on Arapuni Rd in the Waipā district was reported just after 8.40pm.14 Dec 06:25 PM
New ZealandOne person flown to hospital after water-related incident at Raglan beach The person was flown to Waikato Hospital for treatment in late afternoon emergency.14 Dec 06:05 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly painful': Hamilton Zoo forced to put down three animals, including 23-year-old giraffeThe past week has been filled with heartbreak for zookeepers tending the animals.14 Dec 05:49 AM
CrimeMan who met woman while dressed as The Joker before raping her to have ongoing supervisionNathaniel Mahoney was dressed as The Joker at an expo when he met a woman and raped her.13 Dec 10:15 PM
New ZealandVintage passion drives Geoff’s 4WD tractor missionGeoff's restored tractor combines a Ford 5000 transmission with an 8000 engine.13 Dec 04:01 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: ‘Tis the season for the great cricket ground debateOPINION: Everyone seems to have an opinion on which cricket ground is the best.13 Dec 04:00 PM
TravelGreat Barrier's modern makeover: What to know about visiting the island in 2026Aotea now offers electric dirtbikes, stargazing tours and world-class gin.13 Dec 11:00 AM
Rugby World Cup'Pretty crazy': Player from Hawke's Bay targeting All Blacks clash with Hong Kong ChinaPenetana Carter-Smith will be eligible to play for Hong Kong China in 2026.12 Dec 10:01 PM
New Zealand'Very happy people': Hamilton street wins fight to stop child sex offender moving inCorrections dropped the Hamilton East address after complaints from locals.12 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandDoC tracks Muriwai gannets to map bird flu risk The tracking will run until 2026, when the birds moult their tail feathers.12 Dec 07:00 PM
New Zealand'I always just loved making stuff': Sculptor’s giant metal cowCow "Sharona" shows Adrian Worsley has a knack for turning farm trash into treasure.12 Dec 04:01 PM
RacingAndrew Scott: Forget last start, Sassy Lass can go one better in CupMatamata stable has a powerful team at Te Rapa for Waikato Cup Day.12 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow two Corrections officers took their union to court and won (so far)Big legal bills and 4-1 defeats in a court scrap over how a union treats its own.12 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: New medical school a boost for heartlandOPINION: Rural medical training is still an issue that needs addressing.12 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonLove this City: Papatoetoe in court, Cars on Queen St, Pink Pathway, Central InterceptorOpinion: News and views about issues facing Auckland this week. 12 Dec 04:00 PM
CrimeHamilton IT manager jailed for sharing child exploitation filesMatthew Daniel Gregory admitted to making fake profiles to share the abuse material.12 Dec 06:12 AM
New ZealandThe stories, scandals and showdowns that defined 2025From Trump’s return to AI fears, 2025 reshaped global and Kiwi life.12 Dec 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyMovers got 67% of work from Arvida: liquidated after contract cancelledAfter Americans bought Arvida, which then cut costs, the movers lost their contract.12 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandHow three Waikato riders tackle the challenge of new horses at Special OlympicsThe Waikato trio are among 40 riders vying for medals in Christchurch.12 Dec 02:50 AM
New Zealand'Risky business': Major property flipping firm faces mortgagee salesThe Hills Real Estate team once made about $5.4m profit trading 71 homes.12 Dec 12:04 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyContractor to be appointed to rebuild fire-hit New World Victoria ParkNew store to have a contemporary design but keep essence of previous one.11 Dec 11:39 PM
