PremiumPremiumPropertyThe CBD retail area with the highest percentage of empty shops in NZYet the 13% is an improvement on last year, when a startling 16.5% of shops were empty.27 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Critical condition': Multiple injuries following Hamilton car crashEmergency services were called to the scene at just before 8pm.27 Aug 09:45 AM
New ZealandThis small village was the backdrop for Whale Rider. It wasn't ready for all of the fameLocals loved that their community was at the heart of the hit film – so did the tourists.27 Aug 09:42 AM
New ZealandHave you seen Jared? Police search for missing Waikato manHe was last seen leaving his Waiomu Valley Rd address on August 24.27 Aug 07:47 AM
New Zealand'He just lost his grip': Friend of Auckland Anniversary flooding victim describes rescue effort David Young, 58, was swept away during the Auckland Anniversary floods in January 2023.27 Aug 07:03 AM
New ZealandMan accused of Whangārei park murder dies while awaiting trialDuwaine Johnstone, 63, was accused of murdering Yvonne Chapman in Whangārei.27 Aug 07:02 AM
New ZealandGisborne man named as victim in death investigation Police found him dead on Winter St, Mangapapa.27 Aug 05:54 AM
New Zealand'Sovereign citizen’ accused of killing cops in Australia: Does NZ face a conspiracy threat?Sovereign citizens believe they are exempt from the laws of New Zealand.27 Aug 05:50 AM
New ZealandNew rules take aim at abandoned shopping trolleysRotorua Lakes Council debated who should foot the bill for collecting errant trollies.27 Aug 05:23 AM
New ZealandMajor Tauranga roading project set to go ahead without NZTA fundingRatepayers could cover $106.7m of the $185.5m transport and water infrastructure project.27 Aug 05:01 AM
New Zealand'Repeated offending': Woman covertly filmed during sex only learned about videos two years laterJudge: Ricky Davies breached the woman's privacy in the most egregious way.27 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandWitness lashes out in Mongrel Mob president's murder trial: 'I don’t want to be here'Henry Mau'u swore in court, refusing to answer questions.27 Aug 04:32 AM
BusinessGood news for Kitchen Things customers – some items to be released by receiversThere is a positive update for customers who had paid in full for their appliances.27 Aug 04:00 AM
New ZealandKFC doubles down in Hastings with second restaurantThe new KFC could replace the closed Vege Shed, and not everyone's happy.27 Aug 03:51 AM
New ZealandChopper crew stunned to find man alive after 100m plunge: 'I've seen people die from 5m'William Murphy survived with 11 broken ribs, a broken foot and a perforated lung.27 Aug 03:42 AM
New ZealandHorticulture leaders gather to discuss sector's challenges'If there’s one word that sums up the past year in NZ horticulture, it’s resilience.'27 Aug 03:34 AM
New ZealandThree days, 25 different gardens: Festival for green thumbs arrives in Hawke's BayAll proceeds from the first edition will go to Riding for the Disabled branches.27 Aug 03:20 AM
New Zealand'Couldn’t handle the screaming and crying': Man reveals why he killed his girlfriend's babyMatthew Ellery threw the girl to the floor and smothered her. Then he blamed her uncle.27 Aug 03:00 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Jane Smith and Damien O'Connor - friends at last?Christopher Luxon, Jane Smith, Stefan Vogel, and Rick Ladd.27 Aug 02:14 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKiwibank cites 'unforeseen circumstances' as Dannevirke branch closesMayoral candidates are concerned the closure will impact residents, including the elderly.27 Aug 01:16 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLakeland Queen's booze application uncovers consent glitchThe council is contacting affected businesses to address consenting issues.27 Aug 12:20 AM
New ZealandAlleged assaults at Tauranga Hospital investigatedPolice were called to reports of a man acting aggressively towards staff.26 Aug 11:46 PM
New ZealandHighway reopens after animal scraps spill causes 18-hour closureAnimal scraps spilled from a truck, closing SH2 in Waipawa.26 Aug 10:57 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: Believe it or not, butter prices are falling - just not for you (yet)Analysis: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news26 Aug 10:15 PM
CrimeHistoric verdict: Dog owner guilty of manslaughter after hungry pack mauled man to deathThe jury found Neville Thomson died after Abel Wira failed to secure his aggressive dogs.26 Aug 09:39 PM
SportWhy Napier City Rovers' final game still matters despite league exitNational League is off the cards for Napier City Rovers but they still target silverware.26 Aug 09:30 PM
New Zealand $200k spent outsourcing scans and X-rays in Lakes, 1902 on waitlistThe union says it is 'impossible' to provide timely services as demand surges.26 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato fishing deaths prompt call for life jacket law changeCoroner highlights dangers of rock fishing after deaths at Papanui Pt, Raglan. 26 Aug 08:07 PM
All BlacksSixteen All Blacks released to play in NPC, Clarke returns to actionCaleb Clarke returns for Auckland against Wellington on Sunday.26 Aug 07:44 PM
New ZealandDouble weather systems to sweep strong winds, heavy rain across NZMetService has issued multiple weather warnings for parts of both main islands.26 Aug 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Evolving challenges': Zespri announces significant job cutsStaff consultation begins next week, continuing into early October.26 Aug 06:10 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandClosing bar owner's warning - Napier needs something to happen, and quick'This winter was brutal.'26 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand Whanganui family turns old horse float into hope for community'I made something out of nothing to benefit our community in need.'26 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato power pups put best paw forward in Top Dog compIn total, 20 finalists have been selected, including four furry workers from Waikato.26 Aug 06:00 PM
