LifestyleMeet the powerful women stepping up for the first all-female firefighters' calendarEx-Black Fern Becky Wood joined the shoot after seeing her own mum battle breast cancer.29 Oct 03:03 AM
EntertainmentSplore festival shares full lineup for summer 2026 returnOrganisers failed to break even in 2024, prompting a fallow year.29 Oct 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Incredible people': Friends mourn US couple killed in Waikato crashThe pair died on SH1 earlier this month, with three others seriously injured. 28 Oct 10:56 PM
LifestyleTofu or Tui? How Kiwis are naming their pets in 2025One standout remains New Zealand’s top pet name for the seventh consecutive year. 28 Oct 07:57 AM
EntertainmentDiddy’s sentence cut: Music mogul set to be released from prison earlyThe release date takes good behaviour into account and reflects time already served. 27 Oct 10:32 PM
New Zealand‘A tough few days’: Govt gives $150k to storm-ravaged Southland and CluthaThousands remain without power as a cold blast starts to hit already battered areas. 27 Oct 12:09 AM
New Zealand‘Good luck’: NZ's Urban Polo seizes crown as rival cancels Aussie eventsF3 Polo now holds the key grounds and title of Australia’s premier urban polo event. 26 Oct 07:00 AM
New ZealandMan dies after shooting in Te Puke, homicide probe launchedPolice say the victim died in hospital after suffering a critical gunshot wound.26 Oct 12:13 AM
Travel‘Like winning the Oscars’: NZ region earns spot on Lonely Planet’s must-do listThe region gained International Dark Sky Reserve status in 2023.23 Oct 12:01 AM
EducationMega strike: Education Minister accuses teachers' union of 'bullying members'Stanford called the union's letter on curriculum reforms 'very political'. 22 Oct 09:19 PM
EntertainmentRyan Adams hints at quitting overseas touring after turbulent NZ showsFans at his New Zealand gigs described erratic rants and worrying behaviour. 20 Oct 01:59 AM
EntertainmentFat Freddy's Drop plan NZ shows, global return dedicated to Mu's legacyThe tour honours late founder Chris 'Mu' Faiumu, who died in July, aged 57.19 Oct 09:00 PM
Travel newsKiwis losing big on hidden ATM fees while travelling abroadATM surcharges peaked in Vietnam at an average of 27.1%.16 Oct 06:59 AM
EntertainmentHow Auckland’s oldest park is reclaiming its place as the city’s top venueThe Domain will host four major events over two months early next year.16 Oct 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Not a fringe problem': One in five Kiwis hit by sextortion, study findsYoung adults aged 18-24 report the highest incidence rate, with 40% impacted in some way. 15 Oct 02:30 AM
Crime'Harm would be astronomical': Four charged after police raids uncover drug lab, guns Four people, aged 32 to 46, will appear in court on charges stemming from the searches.14 Oct 06:49 PM
LifestyleTravel influencers call Auckland train trip their 'worst' yet, AT sets record straightAuckland Transport says the pair travelled during 'once-in-a-generation' rail upgrades. 14 Oct 03:16 AM
Auckland'Fired up': Mayor pushes bed levy, equal footing with GovtThe incumbent mayor described the campaign as 'like being in a dentist chair for a month'.13 Oct 08:17 PM
New ZealandTwo New Zealanders charged over $13m cocaine haul at Sydney AirportThe 40kg haul was found in two suitcases during a baggage check at Sydney Airport. 12 Oct 07:37 PM
Entertainment'Hollywood legend': Colleagues, friends, stars remember Diane KeatonThe Oscar-winning actress and Hollywood sweetheart has died, aged 79. 11 Oct 11:12 PM
EntertainmentOscar-winning actress Diane Keaton, star of Annie Hall and The Godfather, dies at 79The actress died in California, her family confirmed through People.11 Oct 08:33 PM
TravelDreaming of a white Christmas? The eye-watering fares to get to the UK if you haven't bookedHalf of Air New Zealand's long-haul Christmas bookings are locked in by mid-year. 08 Oct 11:00 PM
Travel newsCAA takes on 'watchdog' role for NZ's aviation industryOperators were required to file new drug and alcohol management plans last week. 08 Oct 06:41 AM
New Zealand‘NZ is the proper forum’: US court dismisses rape lawsuit against author Neil Gaiman A federal judge ruled the alleged offences took place outside its jurisdiction. 07 Oct 12:01 AM
New ZealandAuckland Harbour Bridge reopens after temporary closure, hundreds of lightning strikes hit northMetService logged 482 lightning strikes off the coast between 4am and 7am. 06 Oct 07:46 PM
New Zealand'Fly sick or lose your money': Air NZ under fire over $870 fees for sick passenger's familyAir NZ says the charges were reduced under its compassionate pricing policy.01 Oct 10:46 PM
LifestyleKiwis sitting on $1k in unused clothes as Uber, Red Cross push for donationsKiwis now wait an average of six weeks to donate old clothing, up from two last year.30 Sep 04:00 PM
Lifestyle'Infested': Baby formula under investigation after mum's insect complaintNZ Food Safety will independently test the product to rule out wider risks. 29 Sep 04:00 PM
LifestyleHow to shop smarter this Christmas amid cost-of-living crunchOne common Christmas gift has come under fire. Is it worth the cash?29 Sep 01:49 AM
New ZealandWrong-way e-scooter rider flees after Southern Motorway crashPolice say the e-scooter was heading south in the motorway’s northbound lane. 28 Sep 09:04 PM
TravelTrump Gold Card alternatives: The US visas that won't set you back $1mYou can still chase your American dream without forking out for the gold-plated option. 28 Sep 07:00 PM
New ZealandDriver airlifted to hospital after car plunges down 25-metre bankThe crash happened about 7:20am on State Highway 8 near Roxburgh in Central Otago.27 Sep 07:57 PM
AucklandAuckland butcher forced to discard meat stored in trolley after council steps inShefco Meats says it has been misrepresented and is 'proud of the standards we uphold'.25 Sep 07:22 AM
New ZealandHow prepared is NZ if the unthinkable happens? Research shows public wants stronger planning'Public opinion is clear': Most Kiwis want the Govt to prepare for doomsday events.24 Sep 11:26 PM
Lifestyle'Ultra-polished' scams: Why phishing emails are becoming harder to spotAnd what to do if you end up clicking the malicious link.24 Sep 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Verges on outrageous': Why Trump’s unfounded paracetamol claims could put pregnant women at riskThe US president also repeated discredited claims about vaccines and autism.23 Sep 09:39 PM