Politics'It hasn’t failed': Seymour defiant as Treaty bill voted down, hints at referendum'What it has done is put an uneasy conversation on the table' - Act leader 10 Apr 05:24 AM
New Zealand15yo charged with murder over Kawerau death The teenager was taken into custody after a search in Ōtara, Auckland.10 Apr 05:14 AM
New ZealandReady to rip on local trails: Mountain biking champs come to TaurangaOver 650 mountain biking riders from across the North Island will compete at Summerhill.10 Apr 05:00 AM
New Zealand'We churn out athletes': Push for indoor sports hub to support Tairāwhiti athletesThe facility may be built opposite Gisborne's Midway Surf Rescue Community Hub building.10 Apr 04:59 AM
New ZealandSchool ‘shocked and upset’ as four students suspended after fightPrincipal Mike Clent confirmed all four students involved have been suspended.10 Apr 04:07 AM
New ZealandPolice focus on grey Honda Civic in Hamilton arson investigationPolice are also seeking video or CCTV footage taken before emergency services arrived.10 Apr 04:03 AM
New ZealandPolice investigating after Gisborne family cat reportedly shot deadTicker was found at his Valley Rd home with what looked like bullet entry and exit wounds.10 Apr 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Architecturally positive': Demolitions begin for new hotel for Havelock North CBD'It does take a few months to do this, but the end product’s going to be great.'10 Apr 03:36 AM
New ZealandLibelle’s school lunch woes predate government changes, ex-worker claimsFar North school lunch worker believes food provider Libelle was mismanaged from start.10 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandMayor says he doesn't want marine precinct sold - then votes in favourTauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale opposed the sale but still supported fighting the review.10 Apr 02:55 AM
New Zealand'Unacceptable': Police crack down on reckless dirt bike ridingThree stolen dirt bikes were recovered in Matamata after a police warrant.10 Apr 02:43 AM
New Zealand Gisborne gang members and associates arrested for drug offendingTen people were charged with drug dealing offences or obstruction and possession.10 Apr 02:17 AM
New ZealandFar North school goes into lockdown after reported fight nearby involving weaponsTwo people were taken into custody after the altercation in Taipa.10 Apr 02:06 AM
Black Ferns'A shortage of props': NZ Rugby seeks athletes for new Black Ferns pathwayNext Ferns seeks women aged 16-25 for four regional combines in May.10 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandTwo hospitalised after crash blocks road in Marton'Upon arrival they found one person trapped in a vehicle.'10 Apr 01:58 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Shane Jones on wool in govt buildingsShane Jones, Andy Borland, Amy Blaikie, Andrew Gibson, and Chris Russell.10 Apr 01:45 AM
New ZealandOn The Up - 'Knight in high-vis': Truckie stops busy traffic to help woman in mobility scooterLeon Thompson thought he might 'cop a bit of abuse'. Now he's a social media hero.10 Apr 01:02 AM
New Zealand‘Time is running out’: Urgent plea to save Kaimanawa horses from cullMore than 250 Kaimanawa horses need homes to avoid being culled.10 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandMan charged with stabbing staff member at Whanganui Corrections Defendant calls out: “you’ve got the wrong hit man”. 09 Apr 11:57 PM
New ZealandFatal dog attack: Community begins 'healing process' after child's deathA blessing has been given at Katikati Medical Centre, where staff tried to save Timoti, 4.09 Apr 11:41 PM
New ZealandTwo-car crash sparks fire, power outage for Napier suburbThe crash occurred at Osier Rd and McKeefry Ave at around 9.05am.09 Apr 10:10 PM
New ZealandTeen’s supreme unity speech wins spot at national finalTalk on significance of equity wins Northland Race Unity Speech Awards09 Apr 10:00 PM
New ZealandBottle store and tavern close after being stripped of liquor licencesThe closures have some Welcome Bay locals and businesses concerned.09 Apr 09:38 PM
New ZealandDown the drain: Ripped out water meters almost cost town drinking supplyPolice are investigating and would like to hear from anyone with information.09 Apr 09:36 PM
New ZealandThe big chill: Kiwis wake to freezing temperatures as cold snap grips the countryAuckland had the highest early morning temperature at just 12C.09 Apr 09:25 PM
New ZealandMatakanui Station wins top honour at Otago farm environment awardsEnvironmental stewardship and community involvement helped the Patersons take the title.09 Apr 09:02 PM
BusinessHours from death: Apple Watch saves Hawke's Bay woman's lifeA head start in race against blood cancer.09 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay paramedic facing terminal cancer needs $80k for unfunded life-extending treatment'It’s just amazing how two different oncologists have totally different perspectives.'09 Apr 06:16 PM
New ZealandNorthland moves to restricted fire season, Far North remains under banMost of Northland has moved into a restricted fire season but Far North rules still apply09 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from the Far North - new Kiwis sign up, apprentice comp and Top Energy trusteeNews snippets from the Far North.09 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDozens of earthquake-prone buildings on Dannevirke’s main street given extensionAlmost 40 buildings on the township's main street require earthquake strengthening.09 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand14 new social houses opened in Kerikeri by Kāinga OraKāinga Ora opens 14 new Far North social houses 09 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand'How far I've come': Valedictorian's journey of renewal and successElijah Rogers is graduating with a BA in Māori as an EIT valedictorian.09 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSex crimes case: Why an entertainment figure’s identity is still secretIt has been six months since a Court of Appeal hearing about name suppression. 09 Apr 05:05 PM