Both in their mid-forties –Smiley and Chippie are spring chickens considering Galapagos tortoises can live to be over 150 years old! Learn more about these gentle giants from keeper Sarah.
Rescuers search for survivors in the wreckage of the UNWRA school, where civil defence authorities say an Israeli airstrike killed nine people. Video / AFP
At least three civilians, including a child, were killed after India fired missiles at Pakistani territory early today. VIdeo / AFP
A 24-hour indoor golf fundraiser on May 23 will help raise funds and awareness for Remi Henderson who suffers from Rhett Syndrome.
A section of Hamilton’s Clyde St has been closed due to a gas leak.
A bus has smashed into a tree in South Auckland with ambulance officers treating passengers at the scene.
A Tauranga woman who made a late-night run to Maccas was told by a worker to cut her order in half and 'ration it'. Video / Reremai Cameron
Unemployment to hit decade high, vape stores within walking distance of most schools and Trump told ‘country is not for sale’.
Senior Political Correspondent Audrey Young speaks to Minister of Defence Judith Collins. Video / Marty Melville
Reporter Kaleo and his crack Minecraft team are testing out Aotearoa Minecraft, a free game that features some of the most well-known locations from our own backyard!
MetService National Weather Update: May 7 - May 9. Video / MetService
Police said emergency services were called to a Mahia Rd property just before 10am after a report of a person seriously injured.
Brooke Van Veldon makes major Workplace Relations and Safety policy announcement
Christchurch, Mairehau house fire: Firefighters battle two-storey house blaze 10 patients were assessed and treated by our crews in total. Video | George Heard
Auckland commuters face a chaotic morning after two highways leading into the central city have been majorly disrupted by crashes. Video \ NZME
NZ film industry faces uncertainty over US tariff, ongoing decline in livestock numbers and questions over longer sentences reducing reoffending.
The moa might be extinct, but they’ve left an imprint! Reporter Sierra is at Magnificent Moa Day where experts are revealing their incredible 3.6 million year-old find.
Christopher Luxon holds a post-Cabinet press conference
Air New Zealand's chief executive talks about the $490m Dreamliner retrofit and his job. Video / Michael Craig
A video of a dog abuse incident is circulating on social media, showing a dog swinging in the air and slamming into the ground on a walk in Manurewa. Video / Supplied
A memorial tree has been planted at the entrance of St John’s bush in honour of slain American entomology student Kyle Whorrall. Video \ Jason Dorday
Victim of abuse is wanting a judicial review
Goodman Group is upgrading Highbrook Crossing to add retail, dining and public space to New Zealand’s largest business park in East Tāmaki. Video \ Jason Dorday
Reporter Angelina is in Auckland, where hip hop crews from all over the world are battling to see who’s the best. Aotearoa group En-Locked is in the house, let’s see how they do!
$2b for NZ Defence helicopters, Trump’s influence on global elections, and Parliament tackles alcohol and mental health.
The Coleman family has been melting down precious metals for more than 40 years. This is the first time they've shared inside their multi-million dollar gold and silver operation.
The Prime Minister joins Mike Hosking in the Newstalk ZB studio to talk all the big politicial issues.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon was joined by Deputy PM Winston Peters and Minister of defence Judith Collins to make a pre-budget defence announcement. Video / Alex Burton
Albanese wins Australian election, Kiwis worry about wild weather, and 3D-printed limbs help child amputees in Gaza.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is expected to be joined by Defence Minister Judith Collins and deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters make a pre-Budget defence announcement.
Neighbours heard explosions as a fire ripped through a Mt Roskill house. Video / supplied
Mum pays tribute after Auckland bus stop killing, Australians vote early and insurance companies brace for claims.
Andrew Che lost his life savings after sending it to the wrong account. Barclays Bank has refunded his money after a prolonged battle for compensation. Video \ Jason Dorday
Megyn Cordner and Lucas Prince started their business from the back of a van in 2022. Video / Brodie Stone
Aerial footage reveals the scale of flooding across areas of Canterbury after a destructive weather system hit the region and prompted a state of emergency.
Sir Bob Jones, a prominent business figure, has died at his Wellington home aged 85.
North Shore real estate agency chief responds to a Real Estate Disciplinary Tribunal decision. Video \ Supplied
Christopher Luxon speaks to media
Mark Mitchell provides an update on the state of emergency in Christchurch and Selwyn