New ZealandWhangārei Hospital parking chaos: Complaints spike as major rebuild nearsNew parks were requested in March 2024 but weren't approved due to financial constraints.05 Aug 05:00 PM
Infrastructure reportDowner gears up for $111.6b in funded projectsConfidence is building in the industry. Downer wants this to expand to major projects.05 Aug 04:59 PM
Crime'You can kill me': Identical twins on trial for brutal home assault and threatsThe attack allegedly involved beating the victim for three hours.05 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandWoman accused of putting toddler in closed suitcase on bus denied bailThe 27-year-old woman has appeared in court charged with neglect.05 Aug 04:47 AM
PremiumPremiumNPCPhil Gifford: The magic of the Ranfurly Shield and its legendary momentsPhil Gifford shares four Ranfurly Shield stories that resonate with him.05 Aug 04:01 AM
New Zealand'Cheaper than supermarkets': Trust's new mission for accessible foodCheaper butter is next on the list for Taimahi Trust's expanding store.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Warming trend': Short subtropical shift before sub-zero chill bites againSouth Island lows may hit -5C before warmer air arrives.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPeter Reidy: Why KiwiRail's bold electrification plan is crucial for NZ's futureDevelopment should be seen through a transport lens rather than road v rail.04 Aug 04:59 PM
New ZealandMt Eden inmate Robert Fitzpatrick named as alleged murder victimA 32-year-old man has been charged with Fitzpatrick's murder.04 Aug 07:12 AM
CrimeConvicted murderer found guilty of sexually violating a young girl decades onSydney Bristow was involved in a 1999 New Year's Day murder at Ōmapere Beach.04 Aug 06:00 AM
New ZealandEngineer honoured for leadership in empowering women in constructionArden Hermans founded Girls in Infrastructure to share how "cool" the industry is.04 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandWoman accused of putting toddler in closed suitcase appears in courtPolice say the child was at risk of suffocation, heat exhaustion and trauma. 03 Aug 10:24 PM
New ZealandACC exempted from covering man's PTSD triggered by abuse as child in RussiaThe Court of Appeal has overruled two other courts that found ACC should pay up.03 Aug 01:30 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessGoodbye ... Michael Hill, jewellerDetermined, ambitious, verging on the eccentric, Sir Michael Hill was a visionary. 01 Aug 09:00 PM
PoliticsUse of urgency to upend pay equity scheme decided after PM met senior ministersThe pay equity changes prompted protests up and down the country. 01 Aug 04:58 AM
Crime'It's just idiotic': Man tries to set police station on fire to impress womanZayne Gordon was on the run when he set a Molotov cocktail on fire at Kaikohe station.31 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandKaipara councillor warns Northlanders face $4000-plus water ratesKaipara Council voted 6:2 to join Northland’s Local Water Done Well initiative.30 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'There is a danger': Strong currents, surges expected along NZ coastCoastal areas under threat include harbours, estuaries and small boats. 30 Jul 04:39 AM
Crime'Real risk he could have been killed': Forestry worker lost fingers in workplace accidentKohurau Contracting has been ordered to pay $150,000 after being sentenced this week.29 Jul 07:00 AM
Retail'Never too late to dream big': Tributes flow for Sir Michael HillBusiness leaders, community groups and the Prime Minister have shared their condolences.29 Jul 05:39 AM
CrimePrivate prosecution against former council lawyer won’t include new allegationsChristopher Claydon failed to bring 20 new charges against George Swanepoel.29 Jul 04:30 AM
PoliticsSome farmers fear kids collecting eggs is illegal - Act ministerOne Labour MP advised children not to lick eggs if they had poo on them.29 Jul 04:12 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesSunair still grounded but says progress being madeThe regional airline's chief says some Sunair planes should get clearance soon.29 Jul 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumChristchurch'It took me 40 years and a house fire': The advice that drove Sir Michael Hill's successHill built a business from nothing to be one of the country's most successful brands.29 Jul 02:30 AM
RetailSir Michael Hill dies aged 86The founder of Michael Hill Jeweller had been undergoing cancer treatment.29 Jul 01:15 AM
New ZealandParking fees rile resident: 'Over $2000 a year just to park outside my house'Councillors rejected resident permits, which would exempt parking charges.28 Jul 07:49 PM
New Zealand'Cruel and Third World': Patient starved 16 hours a day for six days waiting for surgeryThe patient should have had surgery within six to 24 hours, Health NZ admitted.28 Jul 06:11 PM
New ZealandWoman adopts ex-partner’s baby to save her from meth exposure, non-accidental injury'I know mummy will make sure you see all your family,' says judge. 28 Jul 07:00 AM
New ZealandPolice arrest man after armed robbery, shooting at Whangārei barThe 35-year-old is facing serious charges in the Whangārei District Court.28 Jul 06:52 AM
New ZealandNorth Island set for drenching, waterlogged Tasman sets up emergency centres Strong gusts are likely to reach 90km/h in Northland and Auckland as the storm ramps up.28 Jul 01:51 AM
New Zealand'Don’t give up': Couple who went from the streets to a home share message of hope Hera and Lena Greaves are heartbroken by Kaitāia’s rising homelessness.27 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice hunt for car involved in Whangārei bar robberyPolice are seeking a white Toyota Aqua with stolen licence plates, registration KHA69.27 Jul 07:49 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We ensure it's not a lottery:' Former cop and MP turned PI on finding out the truth Northland PI Mike Sabin works with a team of six former-detectives to gather evidence. 26 Jul 09:00 PM
New ZealandMan robs Whangārei bar, fires shot at ceiling and assaults patronThe man fled in what is believed to be a white Toyota Aqua with stolen licence plates.26 Jul 12:54 AM