New ZealandConfusion over who is meant to deal with Wellington’s ongoing power cutsMore than 25,000 properties initially lost power in the lower North Island.20 Feb 03:04 AM
New ZealandShane McManaway appointed new chairman of Growing Future FarmersMcManaway founded the Zanda McDonald Award and is a member of the NZ Order of Merit.20 Feb 01:46 AM
New ZealandCrayfishers in cut-off Wairarapa hope bridge reopens soonThe structurally unsafe Banana Bridge is the sole road link to Ngāwī.19 Feb 04:57 AM
New Zealand'It was beautiful': Rain doesn't dampen regional kapa haka competition's shine16 Feb 11:51 PM
New ZealandMost dramatic pictures of North Island storm: Downed trees, blocked highways and flooded streets 16 Feb 12:27 AM
New Zealand'Not what anyone wants to read whānau': Fresh warnings for storm-hit parts of North Island11 Feb 09:59 PM
New ZealandCentral Hawke’s Bay to host kapa haka festival for the first time in 16 yearsUp to 10,000 people are expected to watch the Te Kahu o Te Amorangi Kapa Haka Regionals. 10 Feb 09:14 PM
New ZealandAuckland expecting its hottest day of summer so farKiwis are set to swelter in the heat before widespread rain moves in.10 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorm warning lifted but stormy conditions to persist'Torrential rain and frequent lightning' had been expected in the Hastings district.10 Feb 03:11 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom Greytown to glory: The life and legend of All Black Grant BattyFamily, friends and ex-teammates will honour him at a celebration of life on Friday.07 Feb 04:00 PM
ChristchurchSewage makes four popular Canterbury bays unsafe for swimmingResidents are urged to avoid swimming and other water activities there.07 Feb 05:46 AM
New ZealandNew manager for NZ team at world shearing champsBart Hadfield steps in after original manager Lance Waddell withdrew.05 Feb 03:59 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailStorms, holidays dent modest rise in January retail spendingWild weather on January 21 cut daily spending by 5.6% compared with last year.04 Feb 09:02 PM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonSir Peter Jackson in talks to build long-awaited Wellington movie museumOfficials have confirmed recent discussions with the movie mogul's people about the plan.04 Feb 04:31 AM
New ZealandSleepless nights ease as humid air lifts from AucklandWeather is expected to stay settled across most of the country through Waitangi.03 Feb 03:00 AM
Travel newsHow to spend Valentine’s Day your way, from spa retreats to breakup rail adventuresValentine’s trips for romance, wellness and self love.31 Jan 07:27 PM
PremiumPremiumAll BlacksOpinion: Why Dave Rennie is the compelling choice to lead the All Blacks nextNZ Rugby should do everything in its power to convince Rennie to coach the All Blacks.30 Jan 02:01 AM
New ZealandShearing record-breaker and top UK farmer back in the BayMatt Smith is from Hawke's Bay, but represents England in the world shearing championship.29 Jan 12:00 AM
WellingtonMass murderer who killed seven family members promises he won't come back for survivorsThe Parole Board has decided if Raymond Ratima should be freed.28 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan charged over Palmerston North carpark shooting near playgroundPolice said the fleeing driver was "very motivated to stay at large". 28 Jan 01:24 AM
New ZealandEd Sheeran, Emilia Clarke spotted hanging out in WellingtonEmilia Clarke told staff she is in Wellington filming a new movie.27 Jan 05:01 AM
New ZealandWeather update: Storm-hit regions to face strong winds and thunderstorms this weekendGales up to 100km/h are expected for Auckland and other parts of the North Island.22 Jan 11:41 PM
Entertainment'The sanity, not the scenery': Why James Cameron moved to NZDirector praises New Zealand's Covid-19 response for twice eliminating the virus.21 Jan 11:33 PM
All Blacks'Greatest competitor': Former All Blacks captain pays tribute to 'bulletproof' BattyGrant Batty passed away, aged 74, on Friday in Australia.19 Jan 02:24 AM
PremiumPremiumRetail'It doesn’t have the same feeling of safety': Ruby quits High St after 24 yearsRuby's High St store, opened in 2002, was the brand's first retail space.19 Jan 02:00 AM
All BlacksGrant Batty: Former All Blacks wing dies, aged 74 in QueenslandGrant Batty played 15 tests for the All Blacks during his career.17 Jan 02:14 AM
New ZealandMany of Wairarapa’s recent forest fires began in old burn pilesWairarapa is in a restricted fire season and open-air fires need a permit.15 Jan 08:58 PM
New ZealandHealth NZ confirms another major tech outageSenior doctors blame months of IT failures on cuts to Health NZ digital staff.15 Jan 07:22 PM
Travel newsInside Golden Globes gift bag: Stars gifted luxury holidays at NZ's most exclusive lodgesNew Zealand could soon be welcoming a number of A-list celebrities. 13 Jan 03:00 AM
