New Zealand'Absolute disgrace': Killer deemed insane when he stabbed 'kind, loving' family man Patrick Reweti's grieving mother: “There’s no justice. Not in this country anyway.” 25 Jun 03:18 AM
New ZealandPrimary industry award winners on The CountryEric Roy, Todd Charteris, Bridie Virbickas, Dr Robyn Dynes, Emma Poole and Tim Dangen.25 Jun 02:19 AM
New Zealand'Mumma bear' of six mourned after fatal ATV farm accident The all-terrain vehicle rolled on farmland near Millers Flat on Thursday. 25 Jun 02:12 AM
New ZealandNapier schoolboy, 11, dies after what was thought to be ‘routine flu’Mateo Deveraturda was surrounded by 'love and care' in his final days at Starship.25 Jun 02:10 AM
New ZealandCould a winter playground save Splash Planet?Keeping some attractions open as a playground could extend the park's season to 160 days.25 Jun 01:55 AM
PoliticsNorthland’s council water shake-up: Big changes, bigger bills ahead?About 130,000 water connections in Northland will be affected by new plans.25 Jun 01:52 AM
New ZealandMP slams hospital discharge after homeless woman had to sleep in carNicola sought emergency housing but was told she was ineligible in Rotorua.25 Jun 01:40 AM
New ZealandAstrid Jorgensen's Pub Choir shines on America's Got Talent stageAstrid's AGT audition has more than 2 million views on YouTube.25 Jun 01:32 AM
New Zealand'Under pressure': NZ farms face succession challengesOver half of NZ's farm and orchard owners will reach pension age in the next decade.24 Jun 11:15 PM
New Zealand'Constant battle': Couch dumping into beloved stream infuriatesGlyn Harrison and his 12-year-old daughter Micah aren’t your typical armchair critics.24 Jun 11:09 PM
New Zealand'Simply irresponsible': Fee hikes increase the cost of dyingFuneral directors are upset about new charges, with costs to be passed to clients.24 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandRotorua’s Kyro Uri defies size with skills as he heads to Tai Mitchell Tournament - videoKyro Uri, Rotorua Maroon first five, will take the field in this week's Tai Mitchell Rugby Tournament in Rotorua. Video / SuppliedWatch24 Jun 09:48 PM
SportVeteran sports broadcaster Garry Ahern dies at 75He covered 14 Commonwealth and Olympic Games.24 Jun 09:43 PM
New ZealandYoung leader, late hero honoured at primary industries awardsChris Allen posthumously received the Rural Hero Award for his rural advocacy. 24 Jun 09:33 PM
New ZealandSmall but mighty: Kyro gets set for Tai Mitchell challengeKyro Uri, 12, plays first five for Rotorua Maroon in the Tai Mitchell Tournament.24 Jun 09:26 PM
New Zealand'Horrendous driving': Public help nab teen driver in police pursuit across WaikatoDriver struck innocent motorists, and it was 'only down to luck' no one died, cop says.24 Jun 09:18 PM
Politics'Stalemate': Te Whānau-ā-Apanui settlement now increasingly unlikely with this GovernmentIwi says minister called off meeting days before settlement was due to be signed. 24 Jun 07:00 PM
Black CapsThree tests, surplus of Twenty20s as Black Caps summer fixtures announcedThe Kiwi summer will bring plenty of opportunity to prepare for the T20 World Cup.24 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Got up my nose': Florist told to stop playing tunes on phone while she works'I pay the rent on this shop, I pay rates on this shop, and I can’t even play music.'24 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA Napier author thought a few friends might buy her book - then it hit Amazon's best-seller listJudi Hopkinson worked for five years on a psychological drama, and it's paying off.24 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandFar North couple lose home, pets in devastating fireOwners Susie and Kevin Wheller have been left with nothing but the clothes on their back. 24 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPrincipals seek support after 80% spike in students disciplined for weapons Figures show 526 students faced discipline for weapons last year.24 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Watching over us': Pou whenua unveiling start of Rangatira Marae's path forward for rebuildThe pou is dedicated to Wi Haronga and serves as a guardian for the project.24 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Wool carpet contract a win for more than oneOPINION: Kāinga Ora has confirmed a $2 million contract for the supply of wool carpet.24 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandOnlyFans creators defend videos as 'standard agricultural practice' amid animal rights backlashAn animal rights group is petitioning MPI against the sexually charged cow videos.24 Jun 05:00 PM
RacingDual-code weanling sale at Karaka to unite thoroughbred, harness enthusiastsThis crossover allows breeders to boost cashflow and reduce numbers for yearling sales.24 Jun 04:59 PM
New ZealandBody found in Waikato River identified as man missing since 2019His death is treated as unexplained and has been referred to the coroner.24 Jun 05:12 AM
New ZealandTears as private ambulance operators found guilty of forgery; altering documentsPrivate ambulance operators say they injected drugs into fruit as training exercises.24 Jun 04:42 AM
RetailMajor supermarket apologises for humiliating woman with false shoplifting claimThe supermarket said its staff caused her public embarrassment and distress.24 Jun 04:36 AM
New ZealandFatal hit-and-run: Police hunt motorcyclist with full leg tattooThey believe the suspect rode a black and gold Kawasaki motorbike.24 Jun 03:34 AM
New ZealandOnlyFans footage of woman in bikini drinking from cows condemned by animal rights groupSafe is urging an investigation into the use of cows in explicit online content.24 Jun 03:05 AM
Crime'I know it’s wrong': Woman stole expensive perfumes for dealers in exchange for drugsChardella Whiu targeted stores like Farmers and Chemist Warehouse for luxury items.24 Jun 03:02 AM
New ZealandHow Federated Farmers shapes policy for Bay of Plenty farmersBrent Mountfort leads Federated Farmers in advocating for 500 members on rural issues.24 Jun 02:30 AM
New ZealandPolice on alert ahead of Hastings funeralPolice are monitoring traffic between Napier and Hastings for a funeral.24 Jun 02:14 AM
