New ZealandPerson charged over Mātangi assault, more arrests likelyThe alleged assault followed noisy burnouts on Marychurch Rd about 8pm.05 Mar 03:33 AM
New Zealand'Holy heck!': Gisborne woman discovers major Lotto win days after drawThe woman 'didn’t think too much about it' when she first heard someone local had won.05 Mar 02:21 AM
AucklandUncertainty over Kaimanawa horse muster amid fears for future of herdKHH says 149 animals must be rehomed in 2026 or the herd could exceed 1000 in three years.05 Mar 02:18 AM
New ZealandRotorua retailer accused of selling nangs appears in courtPolice allege he illegally sold nitrous oxide 'for recreational use' despite warnings.05 Mar 01:55 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyFootpath fight: Residents lose case over closure at retirement villageA disputes panel ruled Arvida could close the path and keep the fence.05 Mar 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Wily navigator': Shane Jones talks Winston Peters on The CountryOn today's show: Shane Jones, Phil Holden, Alex Tait and Chris Russell.05 Mar 12:36 AM
New ZealandFine Hawke’s Bay weekend ahead as scooter riders hit the highway to WellingtonMetService expects sun and mid-20s highs across Hawke's Bay all weekend.05 Mar 12:15 AM
New ZealandRotorua to host Super Rugby clash after Tonga funding shortfallRotorua will host the city's first Super Rugby game since 2018 in April. 05 Mar 12:09 AM
New ZealandWhat Northlanders need to know about this week’s mystery shakesESNZ manually logged six small quakes in Northland between March 1 and March 4. 04 Mar 11:37 PM
New ZealandNew animal rules: Tougher dog limits and new chook licence but cats untouchedDog owners face new leash requirements for pets and no-go areas in Tauranga.04 Mar 11:02 PM
New ZealandKiwi's narrow escape from Dubai before Iran missile hit his hotelAirspace across much of the Middle East has since been closed or restricted.04 Mar 10:26 PM
New Zealand'We just want to help': Couple’s $30 dinners gain an online followingJodie and David Turner share affordable family dinners on TikTok and Facebook.04 Mar 09:13 PM
New ZealandInternational trio take charge on day one of Golden ShearsThe international impact was felt early at the 2026 Golden Shears in Masterton.04 Mar 08:11 PM
New ZealandCommunity calls for safer streets as noisy drivers plague MountThe petition, launched in December, now has 1108 signatures.04 Mar 05:13 PM
New ZealandShare of the loot! Winning First Division ticket sold in TaurangaPowerball now jackpots to $10m on Saturday, with Strike Four at $400,000.04 Mar 05:12 PM
New Zealand'I'm the best at this': 'Prolific' dealer ran drug window from CBD shopPolice surveillance recorded Jeremy Jones repeatedly boasting about his drug dealing.04 Mar 05:04 PM
New Zealand'I shop big': Customer contests $85 parking fine for being in supermarket more than 2 hours Renee Sciascia did a $400 shop for five people. She didn't know there was a time limit.04 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Sitting thigh-to-thigh': Why Whanganui's taxi-buses will not return'A Toyota HiAce is a great vehicle for your family, band or church group.'04 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Family calls for resignations after brother's prison cell deathHis death is one of three suspected murders in Mt Eden shared cells in just over a year.04 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Change is on the way': Warm weather sweeps aside cold mornings in NZTemperatures are set to move into the high 20s for much of the South Island's east coast.04 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingButter price pain set to stay as global dairy costs keep climbingGlobal butter prices have risen 6.1% since the last GDT sale and 34% since December.04 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandRetailer faces prison time for allegedly selling nitrous oxide canistersPolice allege the man ignored repeated warnings to stop selling the substance.04 Mar 05:41 AM
New ZealandThe votes are in: Meet Rotorua's newest elected representativesThe Rotorua Lakes Community Board byelection was held to fill two vacant seats.04 Mar 04:11 AM
New ZealandSunny weekend feast: Meatball fest, beer day and Holi colour party in Hawke's BayCuisine, culture and colour feature this weekend.04 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandCovid career change pays off for Bay farmerThe 28-year-old now contract-milks 1100 cows on a 290ha farm near Kawerau.04 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandReward offered: Napier rowing-boat builder appeals for return of stolen $25,000 package'If they drop them off somewhere and let us know, no questions asked.'04 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandTauranga extends post-storm recovery period as landslide risks remainThere are still 15 yellow‑placarded and four red‑placarded buildings.04 Mar 02:28 AM
OpinionHow Dutch-style glasshouses could reshape food securityOPINION: In Australia, protected cropping is gaining popularity, off a small base.04 Mar 02:15 AM
All Blacks'A man of mana': Ex-players share what it's like to play under Dave RennieFormer players and coaches share what makes Dave Rennie the perfect candidate. 04 Mar 02:10 AM
New ZealandHarley hearse offers one last ride in style A family member can ride pillion on the bike beside the casket on its trip.04 Mar 02:03 AM
New ZealandHe just turned 100 - and still drives a MustangRotorua's Ivan Deadman credits his active lifestyle for his long life.04 Mar 02:03 AM
New Zealand'Meth-addled' pair's $70k crime wave led police on dangerous pursuitThey stole cars, a caravan and broke into a man's home, threatening him at knifepoint.04 Mar 01:59 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Another positive GDT resultOn today: Christopher Luxon, Michael Harvey, Maegen Blom, Jack O'Connor, Matt Bolger. 04 Mar 01:35 AM
New ZealandMurupara GP faces tribunal over Covid vaccine stanceHe was earlier suspended for four months over Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine views.03 Mar 11:33 PM
