PremiumPremiumAucklandThe new gold rush: Inside the race to tap NZ's critical mineralsNew Zealand has identified 37 minerals as critical to its economy and security.10 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandDrug mule used alias 'Ben Dover' to retrieve 26kg of cocaine from shipping containersA group spent four nights cutting into banana containers to retrieve the drugs.10 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandArdern breaks social media silence to share new life abroadShe also oversees a $5.1m Matariki Fund targeting cervical cancer in the Pacific.10 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandMayor challenged after YouTuber told to stop filming meetingMayor Gary Petley asked YouTuber Bruce Simpson to stop filming.10 Mar 02:30 AM
New ZealandTropic-charged rain, 100km/h gales set to lash NZ, first severe weather alert issued MetService has issued a strong wind watch for the Far North District tomorrow.10 Mar 12:15 AM
PoliticsNational's Dr Reti announces retirement from politics - he reveals whyReti's upcoming retirement may prompt the PM to remove him from Cabinet.09 Mar 11:47 PM
White FernsDevine and Bates back as White Ferns name squad for South Africa T20sSophie Devine returns for her first T20 since the October World Cup in India.09 Mar 10:21 PM
New Zealand'On cloud nine': Triathlete with cystic fibrosis makes Ironman historyKirsty Parsons raced for nearly 15 hours, finishing just before 11pm on Saturday.09 Mar 10:02 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandArmy’s entire bicultural policy on hold amid apparent Defence Force confusionMinister of Defence and Army spoke of a framework pause - now it's the whole policy.09 Mar 09:16 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWinston AldworthWinners & Losers: Once-mighty Crusaders now look like unworthy championsOPINION: The Crusaders' title defence will crumble if they slip against the Highlanders.09 Mar 05:30 PM
New ZealandBreeder allowed to own 10 dogs despite disqualification after puppy neglect, deathOne of Anne Glover's puppies was found dead and three others had to be euthanised. 09 Mar 05:55 AM
MotorsportTitle showdowns: Six national superbike crowns on the line at TaupōFans can join a free three-lap track cruise during the Taupō race weekend.09 Mar 04:13 AM
New ZealandWaikato Expressway reopens after smash near MercerOne person has serious injuries and three others were hurt.09 Mar 02:54 AM
BusinessTwo companies fined $420K over illegal acquisitionsThe acquisitions substantially lessened competition in the market.09 Mar 02:51 AM
SportMedal rush: The young scullers who shone ahead of Maadi CupMarlborough Boys' College rowers secured nine medals, including three gold.09 Mar 01:17 AM
New ZealandDiabetic patient died after vanishing while looking for food in hospitalA 79-year-old was missing for nearly an hour before being found in a stairwell.09 Mar 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Hardly braked': Drunk speeding driver killed two mates and lost a leg in fiery crashThe 24-year-old driver, who was doing 125km in 50km zone, had been followed by police.09 Mar 12:41 AM
New Zealand30,000 meatballs rolled into Hastings, and every one of them was eaten'The meatball is so authentically Hastings, and it’s really special to see.'08 Mar 10:36 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGang links, drugs, family violence: The reasons behind hundreds of Kiwis blocked from owning a gunSince October 30, 2023, police have logged 693 distinct refusals.08 Mar 08:17 PM
New Zealand'I want people to know': Victim's concern as untreated child rapist's strict monitoring endsTimothy Grass' victim and her mother are speaking publicly to warn other women and girls.08 Mar 08:08 PM
AucklandTruck crash at start of Auckland's Southern Motorway blocks lane, traffic banked up One northbound lane has reopened but drivers are being warned to expect delays. 08 Mar 07:30 PM
AucklandFriend 'relieved and angry' after remains found where missing mate's phone pingedSkeletal remains were found in privet bush off State Highway 3 last week.08 Mar 06:29 PM
New ZealandSH5 reopens: One dead after car and trailer rolls on Napier-Taupō roadEmergency crews were called to the crash on SH5 about 2.10am.08 Mar 06:20 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil GiffordPhil Gifford: Dave Rennie’s All Blacks plan puts Super Rugby form in the spotlightOPINION: The new coach vows All Blacks spots will hinge on 2026 Super Rugby Pacific form.08 Mar 05:13 PM
New Zealand‘Caught our hearts’: Rotorua’s steady population growth and fast-growing diversityStats NZ projects Rotorua’s population will reach about 90,200 by 2053. 08 Mar 05:04 PM
New ZealandOne person dies in SH1 crash near Lake TaupōThe crash was reported shortly after 1.10pm near Rawhira Rd.08 Mar 06:29 AM
New Zealand'Doesn't get any worse than this': Man creates fake WhatsApp message after rape allegationPolice started to question if the woman had made a false complaint.07 Mar 09:32 PM
TravelFive Kiwi women reveal why small group food tours are selling out in NZTheir new food-led tours are selling out in India, China, Sri Lanka and further afield. 07 Mar 05:45 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe mission to revive an 'iconic' pie brandIt was one of the country’s most recognisable pie brands during the 1990s and early 2000s.07 Mar 05:02 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle'It’s radioactive': Why relationship expert John Aiken sticks with Married At First Sight Australia Plus, how his wife feels about his 'psychobabble'.07 Mar 05:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: The love, loss and legend of the humble Kiwi uteOPINION: Recently, I was told a mate’s ute had been stolen from Hamilton Airport.07 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA deadly pattern: The three Christchurch women murdered by 'monitored' violent offendersAll three killers were on parole or under active Corrections monitoring.07 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandBunnings to use facial recognition tech to target repeat offendersThe hardware retailer will first test the system in two Hamilton stores from April.07 Mar 06:54 AM
RacingCambridge mare Moxie lives up to name by upsetting favourites in ClassicFour-year-old delivers big upset in the first major race on Champions Day.07 Mar 04:32 AM
