New Zealand'It's extreme': Water rates hike sparks anger in Hawke's BayMayor Walker says the rate hike is due to past underinvestment and growing regulations.14 May 11:11 PM
New Zealand'Shaken': Worker threatened with weapon as two bottle stores robbedThe first robbery was in Napier about 5.10pm, the second soon afterwards in Hastings.14 May 09:18 PM
New Zealand'Reality of change': 106yo school in path of new highway faces relocationTauriko School will remain open throughout construction and any relocation.14 May 09:15 PM
New ZealandCanterbury dairy farm's innovative bid to improve soil health"The soil health, it's ultimately the foundation, the backbone of everything that we do."14 May 09:12 PM
New ZealandPolice investigate 'suspicious' fire after Te Puke shed blazeTwo fire crews battled the fire. 14 May 09:10 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessGin, lavender, and life for a Lotto executiveJason Delamore on bringing new meaning to 'work-life' balance. 14 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandOne person seriously injured in midnight fight in KatikatiThose involved in the fracas left the scene before police arrived.14 May 08:03 PM
New Zealand14,000 hay bales go up in flames on Ashburton farmSmoke is blowing over State Highway 1 from the fire.14 May 06:45 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We wanted more': Four mums start their own health hub in rural townThe clinic's family-friendly flexibility could help solve healthcare worker shortage.14 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Kaitāia teen Levi Ashwell is leading the way at St John Hato HoneKaitāia St John Hato Hone's Levi Ashwell is best Drill cadet in NZ14 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand200 new retirement homes coming to Putāruru as Overdale Estate hits stage twoGround first broke on the $200m, 400-home Overdale Estate development in 2022.14 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand Council euthanises 56 dogs in two monthsFNDC received 796 requests for service for animal management in January and February.14 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Immoral': Principals oppose charter school funding amidst education reform$153 million is allocated to establish 50 charter schools over four years.14 May 05:00 PM
BusinessProperty resellers pocket $280k average profit despite market dipThe median profit gain in Auckland for house resales was $356,000. 14 May 05:00 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthOpinion: Why mallard ducks are more than just a pretty nuisanceOpinion: A duck season drone raises questions on wildlife management and costs.14 May 05:00 PM
PropertyCoromandel baches for under $1m - entry-level holiday homes dropping in priceWhy now could be the best time to buy in the holiday town, say agents.14 May 08:10 AM
New ZealandTaser probe: Attack with mystery device prompts hunt for womanThe suspect fired the probe from a black object, possibly a Taser.14 May 06:00 AM
Crime'No one to save me': Woman claims before trial suddenly haltedComplainant alleges the abuse began the day she came into the man's care.14 May 04:58 AM
New ZealandPerson seriously injured after bull attack at Canterbury farmA rescue helicopter and several Hato Hone St John staff are attending the scene in Oxford.14 May 04:54 AM
PoliticsGovt appoints leaders for new research institutes in major overhaulBarry Harris will lead the Bioeconomy Science Institute after the merger.14 May 04:34 AM
New Zealand'Does not conform': NZTA, minister say 'taihoa' to te reo Māori stop-go signThe te reo sign read 'Taihoa' and 'Haere' instead of 'Stop' and 'Go'.14 May 04:17 AM
New Zealand'Any info': Father's plea for help in son's stabbing caseGrieving high school students urged to talk about their sorrow after teen's death.14 May 04:00 AM
KahuKiwi selected to help choose new Archbishop of CanterburyIsaac Beach has been selected to help choose the next Archbishop of Canterbury14 May 03:12 AM
New Zealand15 years on, man denies killing woman in a remote rural ravine Dean Mulligan maintains his innocence, 15 years after his conviction.14 May 02:18 AM
New Zealand'Unique opportunity': $2.5m development for inner-city living in HastingsThe project includes housing, commercial spaces, and a public car park.14 May 02:17 AM
New ZealandThe Country: When will the PM visit China?Christopher Luxon, Michael Every, Katie Milne, and Craig Wiggins. 14 May 01:38 AM
New ZealandLong-serving regional councillor resignsHer resignation won't trigger a byelection; the seat stays vacant until October.14 May 12:31 AM
America's CupTeam NZ name Burling's replacement and core sailorsFive sailors have been confirmed by the Auld Mug defenders – including one new face.14 May 12:03 AM
New Zealand'Their responsibility': Harbourmaster warns skippers against dangerous bar crossingsThe warning comes after two Raglan rescues carried out in three days.13 May 11:38 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKiwis need to learn to trust charitiesOPINION: Charities should be free to think big and act boldly, not face unfair scrutiny.13 May 11:37 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyInside Economics: What tariff truce means for NZ and why steak prices are risingLiam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.13 May 11:35 PM
New ZealandToo many 'caught in the crossfire' of preventable crashes, senior firefighter saysIn 2024, 27 people died, and 153 were seriously injured in Northland crashes.13 May 11:00 PM
TravelOn The Up: Skyline hits 100m luge rides milestone - the secret to the Kiwi invention's lasting appealThe son of Skyline's founder says the Luge is 'more than just an exhilarating ride'.13 May 11:00 PM
New ZealandIs the South Island still free of 'pond weed' hornwort?Hornwort is considered the worst submerged weed in New Zealand.13 May 10:41 PM
