CrimeDairy worker recounts confrontation with disguised teens armed with tomahawk during robberyPolice have described the morning hold-up of the Gisborne store as 'brazen'.08 Mar 08:12 PM
New ZealandKiwis dominate World Shearing and Woolhandling ChampsNZ claimed an unprecedented five wins in six events at the Golden Shears World Champs.08 Mar 07:55 PM
New ZealandMother’s push for new search in David Holland disappearance caseThe Tauranga Hospital doctor has not been seen since March 2022.08 Mar 07:02 PM
AucklandFriend 'relieved and angry' after remains found where missing mate's phone pingedSkeletal remains were found in privet bush off State Highway 3 last week.08 Mar 06:29 PM
New ZealandSH5 reopens: One dead after car and trailer rolls on Napier-Taupō roadEmergency crews were called to the crash on SH5 about 2.10am.08 Mar 06:20 PM
New Zealand‘Caught our hearts’: Rotorua’s steady population growth and fast-growing diversityStats NZ projects Rotorua’s population will reach about 90,200 by 2053. 08 Mar 05:04 PM
New ZealandThe hospital department where the wait list has dropped 74%'The programme is on track to save around $7m each year due to reduced outsourcing.'08 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland and Auckland could be in firing line as tropical low heads towards NZRain and wind could hit Northland and Auckland later in the week.08 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessHeart attack, not EV glitch, blamed in death of man found in locked carClyde Potter's sister wants clearer EV emergency exits and for dealers to explain them.08 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Rural communities need a party to speak up for school bus concernsOPINION: Services for rural areas are gradually being lost.08 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: Why a strong January for US shares does not guarantee an easy yearOPINION: Historically, when January is up, the S&P 500 has risen in 89% of those years.08 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandOne person dies in SH1 crash near Lake TaupōThe crash was reported shortly after 1.10pm near Rawhira Rd.08 Mar 06:29 AM
New ZealandPerson seriously injured after being hit by car in Rotorua overnightEmergency services were called to Brookland Rd at about 3.50am on Sunday.08 Mar 01:49 AM
LifestyleWhakaari survivor pilot finds love and healing after White Island tragedyHelicopter pilot Brian Depauw married his soulmate in a magical European ceremony.08 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandThree $25k luxury cruise options revealed as top charity auction prizeThe cruise is the top donated item up for auction at next week's Rotorua Supper Club.07 Mar 11:09 PM
New Zealand'Doesn't get any worse than this': Man creates fake WhatsApp message after rape allegationPolice started to question if the woman had made a false complaint.07 Mar 09:32 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe mission to revive an 'iconic' pie brandIt was one of the country’s most recognisable pie brands during the 1990s and early 2000s.07 Mar 05:02 PM
New Zealand'Local problems need local solutions' - Dog welfare advocate pushes for law reformA fatal attack on February 17 is the third in four years in the Northland region.07 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Connection and belonging': Napier backs new multicultural strategyAbout one in five Napier residents were born overseas.07 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandFestivals and visitors credited for spending rises in central Napier and HastingsOne business owner says there has been a 'noticeable return of international visitors'.07 Mar 05:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: The love, loss and legend of the humble Kiwi uteOPINION: Recently, I was told a mate’s ute had been stolen from Hamilton Airport.07 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe life of a Kiwi swagman back in the dayPastures Past: "Like the old soldier, the swagman is just fading away."07 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondKem Ormond's citrus growing guideOPINION: Kem Ormond says a house is not a home without a lemon tree.07 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice hunt masked robbers who hit Rotorua convenience storeThree people entered the store with masks on 'demanding items' before fleeing.07 Mar 05:20 AM
New ZealandBig project, big questions: What you need to know about the Kaiwaikawe wind farm projectMercury says its $287m project can power 27,000 homes for about 30 years.07 Mar 03:00 AM
Lifestyle‘We’re trying to make a difference’: Simon Gault's new missionHow Simon Gault and Kate Fenwick found an unexpected connection through health.07 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: ‘I really enjoy winning’ - How an 11-year-old became a national tennis championShe is training under Bay of Plenty coaches and dreams of turning professional. 06 Mar 09:13 PM
New Zealand'They are extraordinary': A Kiwi couple's $150m gift to NZ wildlifeThe $150m will be spent over 10 years in massive conservation projects across New Zealand.06 Mar 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Vicious' dog attack leaves 6-year-old scarred for lifeHer uncle's bulldog cross, Tank, bit her face on Christmas Eve.06 Mar 05:01 PM
New ZealandFrom a midwife's laundry room rose an organisation helping 8000 Hawke’s Bay familiesIn five years, Pregnancy Help has given out over 600,000 baby items to local families.06 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHavelock North: 171-home subdivision approved in fast-growing areaThe subdivision is near Arataki Honey and the former Te Mata Mushrooms farm.06 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandCould dredged sand finally stop a Napier beach washing away?It has cost councils $5.5m to maintain a pea-metal bund over 39 years of repairs.06 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPaper road row: Hunter, neighbours clash over guns and accessPolice have been called to the Franklin Rd dispute at least eight times.06 Mar 05:00 PM
KahuDual approach to healing: Rongoā Māori set to join prison health servicesThe estimated total cost of the service would be up to $9m over five years.06 Mar 05:00 PM