New ZealandCocaine haul worth $5.6m seized at Port of TaurangaThe ship carrying the cocaine began its journey in Peru and sailed via Panama.15 Dec 02:46 AM
New ZealandLismore Forest fire still not contained as crews hold the lineFire and Emergency is planning operations in the area overnight and on Tuesday.15 Dec 02:30 AM
New ZealandOne dead after helicopter crash near WhanganuiThe person was the sole occupant of the helicopter.15 Dec 02:06 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Hawke’s Bay Special Olympians bring home 30 medals from national gamesThe Hawke’s Bay team collected 11 gold, 11 silver and eight bronze medals.15 Dec 01:51 AM
New ZealandBondi Beach shooting: Former BoP man tells of terror minutes from his home'It's really sad that in our day and age, our children have to witness this.'15 Dec 01:02 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Why fines and fees are not fixing fly-tippingOPINION: Experts say lower dump fees and 24-hour access could cut rural rubbish. 15 Dec 12:57 AM
New ZealandDoctor named as Labour candidate for NapierAlex Hedley wants to reclaim the seat for Labour from National's Katie Nimon.15 Dec 12:52 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Who is David Seymour's Ag Person of the Year?David Seymour, Mike Casey, Riley Kennedy, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth and Phil Duncan.15 Dec 12:46 AM
New ZealandHB cities under Level 3 water restrictions as usage hits 95 million litres a dayA total ban on open-air fires and fireworks is also in place.14 Dec 11:26 PM
New Zealand'Should not be approached': Police hunt man after double Ruapehu homicideHe is believed to still be in the remote Ruatiti area, near Whanganui National Park.14 Dec 10:46 PM
New ZealandFrom ‘naughty’ to champion: Young horses shine at Hawke’s Bay showjumping'She was meant to be sold, but I could never get her broken in in time for the auctions.'14 Dec 10:39 PM
New ZealandGales, heavy rain and cooler temps on way as active front sweeps up NZIt's expected to reach the North Island by tomorrow and draw temperatures down.14 Dec 09:53 PM
New ZealandWoman in court as police investigate Tauranga homicideThe 37-year-old is charged with assault in a family relationship.14 Dec 09:16 PM
New Zealand'Magic': Turning animal tricks into teen confidenceFormer Customs dog handler Bex Tasker now runs training on her 5.6ha farm.14 Dec 08:57 PM
New ZealandNo more detours: Truckies rapt as $10m-plus upgrade of Hawke's Bay bridge confirmed'These works will be essential to unlocking the region’s full economic potential.'14 Dec 08:49 PM
WorldFrench farmers spray manure, keep up roadblocks over cow 'mass slaughter'The mass slaughter policy is to contain the spread of lumpy skin disease.14 Dec 08:33 PM
New ZealandFirefighters still battling large wildfire burning out of control in forest blockEfforts to fight the fire near Parikino were scaled back overnight due to safety concerns.14 Dec 07:41 PM
New Zealand4-year-old flown to hospital after near-drowning near RaglanThe young child was pulled from the water and given CPR by a member of the public.14 Dec 07:35 PM
New ZealandOne dead after two-vehicle crash in WaikatoThe two-vehicle crash on Arapuni Rd in the Waipā district was reported just after 8.40pm.14 Dec 06:25 PM
New ZealandLive: PM Christopher Luxon talks to Heather du Plessis-AllanLive: PM Christopher Luxon talks to Heather du Plessis-AllanWatch14 Dec 06:08 PM
New ZealandGolden Mile returns: Major milestone hit in city's bid to restore reputationRotorua's 'MSD Mile' era ends as the final emergency housing motel contracts wind up.14 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We don’t do Christmas anymore': Parents' heartbreak after 18yo's crash deathA coroner found he was sleep-deprived and probably fell asleep at the wheel.14 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessNorthland business hits record boom but jobs fail to keep paceNorthland now has 24,351 registered businesses, up from 19,700 in 2013.14 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: How a turbulent 2025 set the stage for investors’ moves in 2026OPINION: World shares swung from a 16.3% slump to a 35% surge, ending 2025 strongly.14 Dec 03:00 PM
New Zealand'Ash falling around house': Choppers, 14 crews tackle large wildfire Residents near forest blaze are ready to leave if it starts to threaten their homes.14 Dec 07:42 AM
New ZealandOne person flown to hospital after water-related incident at Raglan beach The person was flown to Waikato Hospital for treatment in late afternoon emergency.14 Dec 06:05 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly painful': Hamilton Zoo forced to put down three animals, including 23-year-old giraffeThe past week has been filled with heartbreak for zookeepers tending the animals.14 Dec 05:49 AM
New ZealandThird homicide probe launched in three days after man's body found in Tauranga property Emergency services were called to the Fraser St address at about 11.40am.14 Dec 03:36 AM
Boxing'Last six weeks have been hell': David Nyika's emotional message after winNyika and fiancée Lexy Thornberry recently announced she had been diagnosed with cancer.14 Dec 01:31 AM
New ZealandSurf’s up: Matakana kids riding high with gear from Bay BoardridersThe donation includes boards, wetsuits and vests for juniors through to adults.13 Dec 11:57 PM
New ZealandMillion-dollar Lotto win in Waikato as Christmas promo adds $6m in prizesAn Auckland player also won $400,000 on Strike Four. 13 Dec 08:39 PM
New ZealandDouble homicide probe launched, victims found dead at rural propertyHeightened police presence in Ruatiti area as scene examination expected to take days.13 Dec 08:34 PM
New ZealandMan’s death in crashed van treated as homicide, police seek witnessesPolice want to hear from anyone who was on Ford Rd between 8pm and 8.45pm yesterday.13 Dec 08:29 PM
PremiumPremiumSportSarah Hirini's life away from rugby: From World Cup glory to pilot licenceShe earned a private pilot’s licence while touring with the Black Ferns Sevens.13 Dec 07:01 PM