New ZealandWestern Bay Community Awards finalists announcedFind out who's in the running for an award.06 Mar 03:17 PM
CrimeScammed out of life savings, drug-growing Vietnamese workers jailed and face deportationFive Vietnamese men were jailed, claiming they were duped into a visa scam.06 Mar 07:00 AM
New Zealand‘Top bloke’: Family mourn 73yo grandfather after ‘unexplained’ deathTributes are being paid to the 'popular guy' who 'will be sorely missed'.06 Mar 06:58 AM
New ZealandNationwide investigation after student suffers second-degree burns from hot school lunch'This child has basically had to be taken to A&E ... quite upset and in a bit of pain'.06 Mar 04:38 AM
New ZealandPolice arrest 22-year-old man after a baby was hospitalised with serious head injuriesPolice said the baby was now recovering well.06 Mar 04:14 AM
New ZealandHigh waves hit Hawke’s Bay, Napier closes viewing platformA low pressure system east of the North Island is causing large swells.06 Mar 04:14 AM
New ZealandSoiled, neglected toddler found wandering streets, mother was ‘disconnected from reality’The whānau was on Oranga Tamariki's radar long before the child went missing.06 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandConflicting views on $225m water storage project in Hawke’s BayBay leaders, including Kahungunu chairman Bayden Barber, are in favour of the dam study.06 Mar 03:55 AM
New ZealandSearch for woman who failed to board flight stepped upPolice believe Penelope may have travelled to the Otago Peninsula area.06 Mar 03:27 AM
New ZealandNumber of wildfires on the rise, Fire and Emergency saysIn New Zealand, 99% of wildfires are caused by people.06 Mar 03:00 AM
New Zealand'When you know better, you do better': Cyclone Gabrielle survivors prepare as Alfred bears down on QueenslandHawke’s Bay residents in Queensland say the preparation is immense compared to Gabrielle.06 Mar 02:22 AM
LifestyleWhy is New Zealand garlic so expensive?Why does a head of home-grown garlic cost an arm and a leg, compared to imported garlic?06 Mar 01:26 AM
New Zealand‘You’re a god and nothing can stop you': The rush of CrankworxElite mountain bikers descend on Rotorua for 2025 event.06 Mar 01:22 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerOpinion: The truth behind the ‘best 10 days’ myth in investingAvoiding the worst 10 days would grow $10,000 to nearly $550,000.06 Mar 01:01 AM
New ZealandFritter Fest celebrates a decade of smooth tunes and tasty eatsThe festival is celebrating a decade of showcasing the best of our culinary talent.06 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandDrivers and passengers shaken as rocks pelted at busesRocks have been thrown at buses on Matai St, Ōtangarei, smashing windows.06 Mar 12:42 AM
New ZealandThe Country: How Trump's tariffs could affect Kiwi farmersTodd McClay, Kate Acland, Chris Russell, Steve Hollander, and Warwick Catto.06 Mar 12:36 AM
New ZealandRevealed: Hottest place in the country for third month in a rowThe region boasts both the hottest and wettest weather for February.06 Mar 12:00 AM
New ZealandOut-of-control rubbish fire revealed as Waipoua blaze causeFire and Emergency have this morning released the cause of the 100ha blaze.05 Mar 11:52 PM
New ZealandMan seen on CCTV footage holding weapon in Hamilton CBDCouncil CCTV operators reported the man to police.05 Mar 11:50 PM
New ZealandChild dies after incident on driveway in Far North Police said the incident happened on a property in Kāeo.05 Mar 11:49 PM
New Zealand‘The highlight of the day’: How DSRHB brought a community togetherDSRHB plans to introduce athletics and table tennis later this year.05 Mar 11:28 PM
New ZealandWould-be ram raiders of Taradale petrol station unable to get ‘anything of value’They couldn't get the car inside, then a fog cannon went off as they smashed and grabbed.05 Mar 10:23 PM
New ZealandHorse of the Year: Two from two for Sophie Scott'I am so stoked. It was a bit wet and muddy out there but it seemed to work out for best.'05 Mar 09:55 PM
New Zealand'Disgraceful': Ratepayers pick up $5m waterfront playground billThe NZ Taxpayers Union breaks down the costs for the Tauranga destination playground.05 Mar 09:07 PM
New Zealand'Recruitment issue': Council struggles to fill $129k forest jobIt turns out that hiring a dedicated manager for Nelson’s forests is not so clear-cut.05 Mar 09:06 PM
New Zealand‘Prime land’: University strikes $1.38m deal to lease public reserve for 99 yearsIt plans to build a marine research and education facility.05 Mar 09:00 PM
New ZealandDeath in Wairoa: Police treat case as unexplainedEmergency services found him unresponsive on Lucknow St at about 4pm.05 Mar 08:45 PM
New ZealandTe Ngae Rd works expected to cause delaysPlan ahead for temporary closures, NZTA says.05 Mar 08:29 PM
New Zealand‘Full strength’: Local rider triumphs in thrilling Crankworx openerAustralia’s Ryan Gilchrist clinched the men’s race, repeating last year’s victory.05 Mar 07:48 PM
BusinessHouse prices had 'first meaningful increase for more than a year'Prices seem to have risen in February but were still well short of the 2021 peak.05 Mar 07:42 PM
Crime‘It was manipulation’: Sports coach allegedly crossed the line with 14yoTeen: 'I don’t want him doing that to other people, it’s not a nice feeling'.05 Mar 07:30 PM
New ZealandCompany lodges fast-track Waihī mine applicationOceanaGold has submitted a project application through the fast-track approvals process.05 Mar 07:22 PM
New Zealand‘More than happy’: Couple’s $29k bid wins French river cruise at auctionThe auction raised funds for Ronald McDonald Family Retreats in Rotorua.05 Mar 05:13 PM
