New ZealandQueenstown farmer funds lift after hearing of dad carrying disabled daughterThe farmer, who wishes to remain anonymous, hopes his actions will encourage others.23 Apr 04:06 AM
PremiumBusiness‘The gall’: Govt advertises for U16 social media sheriff before bill hits ParliamentPLUS: Most Australian under-16s are still on social media, regulator says.23 Apr 04:00 AM
WellingtonCar fire blocks lane on SH1 in WellingtonFire and Emergency, along with traffic control, are on the scene. 23 Apr 03:10 AM
New Zealand18-hour deluge and thunderstorms to soak upper North Island before icy Anzac DayDespite the deluge, Anzac Day dawn services are forecast to be mostly dry.23 Apr 02:36 AM
WellingtonPolice confirm body found in flood search is Philip SuttonNZ Post worker Philip Sutton had been missing after flooding destroyed his home on Monday.23 Apr 01:00 AM
Super RugbySuper Rugby will die without radical change, warns Hurricanes co-ownerCanes chairman says Super Rugby model is broken, and major changes are needed.23 Apr 12:01 AM
SportWorld Cup-bound – now the hard work begins for Football FernsThe Ferns clinched their spot at Brazil 2027 with a 1-0 win over Papua New Guinea.22 Apr 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulFrom Taylor Swift to Codie Taylor: Why NZ needs to plan for better stadiumsOPINION: What Christchurch's new stadium tells us about NZ's infrastructure woes. 21 Apr 06:01 PM
New ZealandNorth Star on his shin: The tattoo driving pro football hopeful Aston HurdThe 22-year-old striker carries a sacred tā moko on his right shin for whānau.21 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyFirst XV rugby: Is this the Auckland 1A team to beat in 2026?First XV contenders are starting to emerge ahead of the 2026 season.20 Apr 12:00 AM
PoliticsNZ First's Jones apologises for comment about Willis weight loss, Peters says 'unacceptable'Shane Jones told media his comment wasn't up to standard.23 Apr 04:21 AM
PoliticsFinance Minister Nicola Willis gives economic updateFinance Minister on Iran conflict: Economic recovery "delayed but not derailed". Video / Mark MitchellWatch23 Apr 02:12 AM
PoliticsPeters says NZ First 'won't do deal with Labour', but Willis unconvincedThe question of whether NZ First may work with Labour has reared its head again.23 Apr 01:38 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Winston Peters' meddling sparks turning point in coalition dynamicsOPINION: Peters has no feedback for Donald Trump, but plenty for Christopher Luxon.23 Apr 12:46 AM
PoliticsWatch: Finance Minister says economic recovery is 'delayed but not derailed'Willis’ update comes just over a month before the Budget. 23 Apr 12:08 AM
New ZealandFinance Minister Nicola Willis gives economic updateFinance Minister Nicola Willis gives economic updateWatch22 Apr 11:35 PM
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PremiumPremiumOpinionRoger Partridge: The hidden reason houses cost too muchOPINION: Local Government New Zealand says 50% GST-sharing in 2024 would net $1.3b.22 Apr 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyGhost tower sale? Singaporeans may buy stalled Seascape blockHotels are an extremely popular asset class, fetching big premiums. 22 Apr 08:55 PM
New ZealandShow me the money! Rotorua ticket among big Lotto winsAn Auckland ticket from Whitcoulls Glenfield has won a $5.5m Powerball prize.22 Apr 07:47 PM
Politics|UpdatedGoldsmith backs move-on orders despite Treasury, Corrections cost warningsTreasury questioned claims only up to six people a year would be imprisoned. 22 Apr 05:11 PM
SportWorld Cup-bound – now the hard work begins for Football FernsThe Ferns clinched their spot at Brazil 2027 with a 1-0 win over Papua New Guinea.22 Apr 05:01 PM
New ZealandAnzac Day guide: Key dawn services, parades and road closures near youThis Saturday marks the 111th anniversary of the Gallipoli landings.22 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessHere come the AI robots: Kiwi Harry Mellsop raises $15m for his start-upPLUS: The Tait campus is for sale for $70m; the dispute body says check your phone bill.22 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand$5m Powerball jackpot struck in tonight's draw - was it you?Strike Four was also struck tonight, with one lucky player bagging $700,000.22 Apr 08:33 AM
New ZealandNew Wellington measles case possibly infected at musical festival or airshowPossible exposure sites include Warbirds Over Wānaka and a music festival in the capital.22 Apr 06:04 AM
New ZealandLocal state of emergency ends for Hutt City Council, residents urged to remain alertThe state of emergency remains for Wellington City and Wairarapa.22 Apr 03:57 AM
WellingtonBody found in search for Wellington man missing after extreme weatherNZ Post worker Philip Sutton had been missing after flooding destroyed his home on Monday.22 Apr 03:51 AM
OpinionAn ‘ordinary’ storm with outsize impacts – what made Wellington’s deluge so intense?More than 70mm of rain fell in just an hour in southern Wellington.22 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandMan charged with murder of Hastings mother and young girls, remanded to secure facility'Violence has taken three beautiful lives far too soon,' family statement says.22 Apr 12:34 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyLower rents without the frills: 297 new Auckland units finishedA four-piece band has already formed at the pavilion. No swimming pool or gym is offered.22 Apr 12:00 AM