Downhill mountain bikers impress on world stage
Rotorua riders have strong performances in world series events in Italy.
Māori fighter stars in Netflix boxing event
Cherneka Johnson's fight will stream live on Netflix, a first for a Kiwi boxer.
$61m building project under way at one of nation's richest private schools
Saint Kentigern's new development will add 42 classrooms and a large amphitheatre.
Hunter who feeds the hungry named Volunteer of the Year
His organisation donates venison to community groups across Aotearoa.
'Magic mix': NZ Youth Choir's stunning win at European competition
The choir hit a high note in their first European tour since the pandemic.
Balancing power: What the employment law changes mean for you
Comment: Employees earning over $180,000 lose the right to claim unjustified dismissal.
Nine Lotto players win nearly $31k each in Second Division – where tickets were sold
Lotto First Division Powerball was not struck and has jackpotted to $10m on Wednesday.
'He's just scared of me': Teen's Māori wards challenge to PM
Chris Hipkins agreed to meet him in Wellington after the Prime Minister said 'no'.
Region's first learning hub for migrant parents a 'transformative step'
The hub is aimed at empowering families to better understand NZ's education system.
New Zealand news
'Brazen' gang attack: Mongrel Mob members avoid jail
Thirteen Mongrel Mob members attacked a rival gang at a Rotorua roundabout.
AT's six-figure spend on public figures to create social media content under fire
AT spent $147,765 on social media influencer campaigns in the year to May 2025.
Teen's food truck rebrand appeal after KFC legal challenge
Ben Yang, 17, runs Yang's Fried Chicken from a food truck in Christchurch.
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Farmer's harrowing hours crushed beneath tractor
Peter was trapped under a tractor for hours on his Mangakino farm. Video / Philips Search and Rescue Trust
Weighlifters named NZ Team flag bearers
Weightlifters David Liti and Tui-Alofa Patolo have been named flag bearers for the New Zealand Team at the 2025 Pacific Mini Games.
Mount Maunganui's big summer of cricket
Bay Oval will host seven internationals this summer season. Video / Tauranga City Council
Farmer's harrowing hours crushed beneath tractor
Peter was trapped under a tractor for hours on his Mangakino farm.
Farmer's harrowing hours crushed beneath tractor
Peter was trapped under a tractor for hours on his Mangakino farm. Video / Philips Search and Rescue Trust
'A f****** ugly mess': Gang boss' text after fatal hotbox attack on mate of 20 years
Tribesmen Aotearoa president Conway Rapana says he didn't want Mark Hohua to die that day.
Traffic concerns grow as Tauriko roading developments advance
One business owner is worried his street will become a shortcut between state highways.
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Balancing power: What the employment law changes mean for you
Comment: Employees earning over $180,000 lose the right to claim unjustified dismissal.
Shane Te Pou: Springsteen is a pulse of musical power for the working class
Springsteen’s music resonates deeply, narrating my own story and struggles.
Appeal withdrawn over unlawful removal of Te Urewera huts
Te Uru Taumatua has withdrawn its appeal against the High Court ruling.
High-profile Tauranga retail site sold for $18.6m to local investors
The site houses Noel Leeming, Animates, Elite Fitness, and Chemist Warehouse.
What’s the market mood at the midpoint?
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Phil Gifford: How Crusaders' resilience toppled the Chiefs in epic final
OPINION: Rivez Reihana was man of the match, scoring crucial penalties in the final.
Sport news
Māori fighter stars in Netflix boxing event
Cherneka Johnson's fight will stream live on Netflix, a first for a Kiwi boxer.
Five Steamers players making waves in the Māori All Blacks
The Māori All Blacks face Scotland in Whangārei on Saturday.
Business
Balancing power: What the employment law changes mean for you
Comment: Employees earning over $180,000 lose the right to claim unjustified dismissal.
High-profile Tauranga retail site sold for $18.6m to local investors
The site houses Noel Leeming, Animates, Elite Fitness, and Chemist Warehouse.
'Not much': $7200 fine for landlords breaching healthy homes standards too low
'Purpose not to deliver healthy homes but to set minimum standards for habitability.'
Lifestyle
Robyn Malcolm, Toni Street, Kiri Nathan and Cassie Roma share defining moments
They were keynote speakers at this year's Business Women’s Network Speaker Series.
Tauranga couple's 'amazing journey' to parenthood
Anna Keogh and her husband Kyle were told they'd never conceive their own children.
What the inaugural Jetstar flight from Hamilton to Sydney was really like
International flights returned to Hamilton for the first time since 2012.
Opinion
Balancing power: What the employment law changes mean for you
Comment: Employees earning over $180,000 lose the right to claim unjustified dismissal.
Shane Te Pou: Springsteen is a pulse of musical power for the working class
Springsteen’s music resonates deeply, narrating my own story and struggles.
What’s the market mood at the midpoint?
OPINON: It has been a big six months and there's plenty more to come.
Rural news
South Island braces for more wild weather, third time in three weeks
It comes after a state of emergency was only lifted on Monday.
End of an era: Kinleith workers mark closure
Workers gathered in Tokoroa after a chapter of 71 years closed on June 30.
Women make their mark at sheep dog trials
Nine women were among the 23 finalists at the Bayleys Sheep Dog Trials.
Car news and advice
New Land Rover Defender Octa Black joins Oasis on world tour
Thirty exterior elements are finshed in the deepest black.
Ferrari Amalfi roars in: new V8 coupe blends elegance and muscle
New model is a replacement for the Roma.
Suzuki New Zealand calls time on petrol Vitara: end of an era?
Vitara hybrid will continue, just not for NZ. How come?
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