PhotosUkraine endures second year of warThe second year of Ukraine’s fight against Russia’s full-scale invasion brought no respite for Ukrainian soldiers or civilians.23 Feb 08:30 PM
New ZealandThe interview: 'World's most famous hostage' Sir Terry Waite on sweating the small stuff'Life’s been much fuller and much richer because of this experience'.23 Feb 04:58 PM
WorldVolodymyr Zelenskyy thanks New Zealand for fresh aid“I appreciate New Zealand’s continued and steadfast support for Ukraine."23 Feb 01:32 AM
Freight and logisticsPort of Tauranga faces challenge of wars, economic malaiseLower dairy and kiwifruit volumes and lower consumer appetite for imports take toll.22 Feb 08:12 PM
WorldFears Putin could soon order full mobilisation as war hits two-year markPutin’s re-election next month could further inflame the conflict.22 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldHow the Kremlin weaponised Russian historyIn Russia, history has become a propaganda tool.22 Feb 12:24 AM
WorldUS citizen faces 20 years in Russian jail after donating $50 to Ukraine war effortKsenia Karelina was detained on a trip back to Russia to see her parents.21 Feb 08:15 PM
WorldYemen's Houthi rebels continue attacks on US ships, dronesHouthi rebels are still launching attacks despite a month of US-led airstrikes.20 Feb 11:39 PM
WorldPalestinian diplomat asks UN court to declare Israel's occupation illegalIsrael captured the West Bank, East Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip in the 1967 Mideast war.20 Feb 02:16 AM
WorldUS moves to stop Israel’s invasion of RafahJoe Biden is pushing for a United Nations vote calling for a temporary ceasefire.20 Feb 12:15 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCrew abandons ship in most damaging strike yet by Yemen’s HouthisFinancial Times: Attack follows report rebel movement now has submarine drone in arsenal.19 Feb 07:38 PM
WorldIsrael vows to 'finish the job' in Rafah by RamadanIsrael has threatened to invade Gaza by the end of the month if hostages are not freed.18 Feb 11:05 PM
WorldNetanyahu slams Brazilian president’s comparison of Gaza war to HolocaustIsrael condemns Brazil after Lula's comments.18 Feb 10:32 PM
WorldUS says it will block new ceasefire resolution at the UNThe US says it hopes to broker a ceasefire and hostage-release agreement.18 Feb 07:14 PM
New Zealand'Blood on your hands': Luxon confronted by heated protesters at Big Gay OutLast week, the PM said the Government was extremely concerned about Israel’s actions.18 Feb 03:26 AM
WorldIsrael has not presented evidence Hamas diverted UN aid deliveries into GazaIsrael claims Hamas is diverting UN aid into Gaza but hasn't provided evidence.17 Feb 08:35 PM
WorldEgypt building border wall near RafahEgypt has warned Israel not to forcibly expel Palestinians into its territory.16 Feb 10:36 PM
New ZealandMigration, WW2 drive NZ's population changesLatest migration figures put New Zealand’s population at 5,305,600.16 Feb 01:37 AM
New ZealandWoman, 27, arrested after electorate offices vandalisedThe woman is due to appear in the Manukau District Court next week.15 Feb 10:04 PM
WorldIsraeli forces storm main hospital, saying hostages likely held thereThe war shows no sign of ending, and the risk of a broader conflict is growing.15 Feb 07:12 PM
New Zealand'Desecration of sacred space' upsets RSA and community'The repeated vandalism is disheartening for our team.'15 Feb 12:30 AM
WorldIsrael-Hamas ceasefire talks suffer setbackRelatives of hostages say it will amount to a 'death sentence' for their loved ones.14 Feb 09:08 PM
WorldBlasts hit a natural gas pipeline in Iran, official says it was an act of sabotageOfficial blames 'sabotage and terrorist action'.14 Feb 08:59 PM
WorldWhat happens if Egypt voids its treaty with Israel?If the treaty is nullified, it may have serious ramifications for Israel.12 Feb 09:57 PM
New Zealand'Nothing quite like it': Art Deco Festival ready for takeoffNapier Aero Club is gearing up for its biggest Art Deco festival yet.12 Feb 05:00 AM
WorldUS allies brace for bumpy ride as concerns rise amid possible Trump returnMany worry a second term for Trump would be an earthquake.11 Feb 10:14 PM
WorldIsrael claims it has found tunnels Hamas used under Gaza's UN headquartersIsrael says it discovered tunnels under the headquarters of Gaza's UN agency.11 Feb 08:23 AM
WorldJoe Biden order attaches conditions to military aid, easing Democratic riftLawmakers praise cutting off military aid to nations that violate protection of civilians.10 Feb 11:51 PM
WorldIsrael strikes kill 44 after Netanyahu says ground invasion is comingAn Israeli announcement of a ground invasion set off panic and warnings from diplomats.10 Feb 09:25 PM
WorldPutin calls on US to stop fighting in Ukraine and push for peace dealPutin said he could not 'remember' when he last spoke to US President Joe Biden.09 Feb 09:18 PM
WorldIsrael seeks to evacuate Palestinians ahead of expected southern Gaza invasionThe announcement comes after heavy international criticism of Israel's ground offensive.09 Feb 08:04 PM
WorldStartling images show the ongoing war’s impact to this small area in GazaRafah is the next target in Israel's military offensive against Hamas.09 Feb 02:48 AM
WorldTwo US brothers have been detained in Israeli raid in GazaUS officials were aware of the situation and are following up with Israeli authorities.08 Feb 11:44 PM
WorldBlinken: Hamas-Israel deal still possible though the sides remain far apartIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu earlier rejected a detailed plan by Hamas.07 Feb 10:26 PM
