New ZealandNapier offshore race gets prime January dateAuckland Anniversary weekend is a popular time for the city's boat race fans to visit HB.01 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne’s significant improvement in New Year driver behaviourTairāwhiti police were pleased with the behaviour of visitors and locals over New Year.01 Jan 10:40 PM
New ZealandWhy Northland's luxury stays are world-class escapesA glimpse into some of Northland's most luxurious stays01 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandA fatal tumble, a heroic act, snorkelling in paradise: Three deaths on Northland’s coastline sparks warningThe deaths on unmanned beaches begs the question, do we need more patrols?01 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Nobody knows who we are': The dying profession that can earn roughly $45 an hour'You get to be an extraordinary part of someone’s life, even though you never meet them.'01 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandHoly Cow: Hall of Fame for bull that fathered 17,000 daughtersThe Country looks back at some of the biggest and best stories of the past 12 months.01 Jan 04:01 PM
New ZealandKarapiro couple nuts about macadamiasThe Country looks back at some of the biggest and best stories of the past 12 months.01 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandAlways happy to catch up: Volunteering time and talents key to the good life in KāeoReporter Jenny Ling visits Kāeo for her series on why residents love their small town.01 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Consent is crucial': Victim of Hamilton teen sex offender speaksHamilton teen's initial prison term was reduced by 60 months due to a range of factors.01 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWitnesses describe ‘heart-wrenching screams’ in Hamilton attack that killed childFairfield residents recall grim details of the violent incident early on New Year's Day.01 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Wholly unnecessary': Bay road toll rises after horror December in RotoruaToo many people have died on local roads, say police.01 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandVege tips: You will relish this tomato recipeThe Country looks back at some of the biggest and best stories of the past 12 months.01 Jan 03:59 PM
New Zealand‘Brave in challenging times’: Mayor, councillors share their views on 2024Some believe progress has been made, others not so much.01 Jan 03:59 PM
New Zealand'I can’t find the words': Horror author's ironic take on NY honour'I’m supposed to be a wordsmith and just can’t get the words out.'01 Jan 03:55 PM
New ZealandTe Pāti Māori co-founder Dame Tariana Turia suffers strokeThe former MP, who retired in 2014, suffered a stroke earlier in the week.01 Jan 10:21 AM
New ZealandCrews battle vegetation fire in Northland, one firefighter injuredA helicopter attended the fire south of Kawakawa, near the Oyster Factory.01 Jan 03:26 AM
New ZealandTwo party revellers allegedly stabbed at Whangārei New Year’s Eve celebrationOne person was transported to hospital in a serious condition.01 Jan 02:21 AM
New ZealandSix clubs to hit water for Hawke’s Bay Cup rowing regattaUp to 180 rowers are set to compete in the annual event on Friday and Saturday.01 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandPrisoner who made dramatic escape from hospital recaptured – policeVideo footage showed shirtless man sliding several storeys down pipe before running away.01 Jan 01:21 AM
New ZealandRain disappears as fireworks light up NapierThe fireworks were explosive but it was otherwise a quiet New Year's Eve.01 Jan 01:05 AM
New ZealandMan dies in Bay of Plenty after being seen struggling in the waterThe man was pulled from the water but could not be revived, police say.01 Jan 12:47 AM
New ZealandHomicide investigation: Child killed, mother injured in Hamilton tragedyEmergency services are at the scene of a serious incident in Fairfield, Hamilton. 01 Jan 12:13 AM
New Zealand‘Everyone is in the muck together’: Rhythm and Vines ends with traffic queuesThe crowds are leaving the venue a little bit muddier, but happy for the experience.31 Dec 11:40 PM
New ZealandFights, fireworks, family fun and almost 4500 breath tests: Tauranga rings in 2025Police were 'pleased' overall but not everyone in the city was on their best behaviour.31 Dec 11:29 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I'm destroying the icon of the motorcar': Napier man's two decade quest to invent a better form of transportA Napier man invents a 'Hydrocarbonanza', a bike-like vehicle aimed at replacing cars.31 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandChopper rescue after crash in Waioeka GorgeCar goes down bank on New Year's Eve; one person seriously injured31 Dec 10:59 PM
New ZealandThe remarkable story of the U-boat that slipped into NZ unnoticedU-boat book update marks 80 years since U-862's stealthy Gisborne harbour entry.31 Dec 10:08 PM
New ZealandSH25 reopens after six injured in Whangamatā house fireBrigades from Whangamatā, Ōnemana-Ōpoutere, Waihi, Paunanui, Tairua and Paeroa attended. 31 Dec 09:14 PM
New Zealand'I cannot accept': Faith-based abuse survivor rejects New Year HonourMike Ledingham says his decision came after a lot of soul-searching.31 Dec 06:43 PM
PropertyNZ’s top 60 real estate agents revealed - return of the super-listersAgents keep setting records despite the downturn.31 Dec 05:30 PM
New ZealandTrains, people and Hundertwasser: Kawakawa residents say why they love their townReporter Jenny Ling visits Kawakawa for her series on why residents love their small town.31 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCell towers in Hawke’s Bay need $20m upgrades to protect against natural disastersA new cyclone study calls for an upgrade to cell towers. The industry isn't convinced.31 Dec 05:00 PM
OpinionAleyna Martinez'Grab your rolling pin': What Tauranga leaders want to see in 2025A regional deal, a bigger pie, roads, health funding solutions and unity on the wishlists.31 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionAleyna Martinez'It is time to stand tall': What Rotorua leaders want in 2025Thriving tourism, a focus on youth — and the end of homeless motels are on the wishlists.31 Dec 04:00 PM
