New ZealandVictims named after separate fatal crashes near TaupōThe men were from Auckland and Tokoroa. 17 Mar 08:42 PM
New ZealandGovt loans $20m for geothermal power projects: 'Energy security is paramount'Govt's new strategy aims to see geothermal double its electricity role by 2040.17 Mar 08:38 PM
New ZealandSixth straight GDT lift — but whole milk powder fallsWhole milk powder has the biggest impact on Fonterra’s farmgate milk price.17 Mar 08:33 PM
New ZealandWhakaari/White Island volcanic alert level loweredA new thin ash deposit now covers the inner crater floor and southern side.17 Mar 08:27 PM
New Zealand'Traumatised': Man injured, beloved foxy dies after attack by three dogsTwo dogs were allegedly attacked at a Tauranga park, one dead and another lucky to live.17 Mar 05:05 PM
New ZealandThe simple rules this Napier couple say kept them married for 70 yearsThe Napier couple were stunned to receive a letter from King Charles and Queen Camilla.17 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'There is always hope': Pastor details life after devastating crash in bookRotorua's Timothy Lee has released his book Hopes, Fears and Wheelchairs.17 Mar 04:36 PM
PremiumPremiumKiwiSaverLobbying and anecdotes behind changes to first-home KiwiSaver withdrawal rules – MBIEMinisters Nicola Willis and Scott Simpson pushed the policy without public consultation.17 Mar 04:00 PM
Sport'Biggest season': Why Napier City Rovers' 2026 campaign matters so muchCoach Bill Robertson has rebuilt the squad, bringing in more than 10 new players.17 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'We need to be really measured and calm': Fuel chief moves to ease shortage fearsChannel Infrastructure has 300 million litres of fuel stored at Marsden Point.17 Mar 04:00 PM
Black CapsBlack Caps level T20 series after bowlers blow South Africa awayA weakened New Zealand had too much for the tourists in Hamilton. 17 Mar 09:21 AM
White FernsSouth Africa dominate White Ferns in second T20 at HamiltonThe visitors have levelled the tally at 1-1 in the best-of-five series.17 Mar 04:55 AM
New ZealandWatch: Fireball that streaked across Hawke’s Bay sky likely to be burning space junkWitnesses from Wairoa to Napier saw the glowing object about 6.15am on Tuesday.17 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandWattie’s proposed cuts a big blow to seed, arable growersHorticulture NZ CEO says it's "tough news for the New Zealand vegetable sector".17 Mar 02:30 AM
New ZealandCouncil pledges $200,000 to rebuild Hawke's Bay swing bridgeThe rebuild would be a big leap of reconnection for the Central Hawke's Bay community. 17 Mar 02:24 AM
New ZealandFuel and fertiliser prices on The CountryOn today's show: Cameron Bagrie, Damien O'Connor, Todd Clark, and Kelvin Wickham. 17 Mar 12:56 AM
New Zealand'Absolute legend': Hero who saved family of four trapped in notorious surf identified'The young man deserves a commendation; he risked his life,' a witness says.17 Mar 12:53 AM
New ZealandNapier's third deputy mayor in less than a month voted inHe was the only nomination at an extraordinary meeting of the council today.17 Mar 12:10 AM
New ZealandGovt sets terms for inquiry into deadly Tauranga landslidesEight people died in two landslides hours apart on January 22. 17 Mar 12:06 AM
InflationBeef mince and steak prices surge as annual food costs climb 4.5%Beef porterhouse steak now averages $44.71 a kilo, up 21.5% in a year.16 Mar 10:51 PM
New ZealandSlip clean‑up: Drivers warned to expect delays in Waioweka Gorge todaySlip-protection barriers are now full after fresh debris overwhelmed them.16 Mar 10:45 PM
New Zealand'Not ideal': Farmers face uncertain future as fuel prices skyrocket"One of our forage harvesters would use over 1000 litres a day, probably 1500 litres.”16 Mar 09:14 PM
KahuNgāti Rangi's plan to hold Crown agencies to settlement commitmentsEleven government agencies have joined the new framework to advance relationships.16 Mar 09:01 PM
New ZealandMysterious object thought to be space junk over Hawke's BayThe meteor, filmed here by fishermen in Awatoto, was seen from Napier and Wairoa. Video / Codey MontgomerieWatch16 Mar 08:56 PM
New ZealandOne man, two brutal killings two decades apart: How the mental health system ‘failed everybody’Health NZ admits failings in Parr’s care.16 Mar 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Out of their comfort zones': Local 'heroes' to kick off for a good causeLast year's event saw the street 'filled with cars' and the sidelines 'packed out'.16 Mar 07:03 PM
New ZealandUnidentified young man praised for acts to save people trapped in surf at notorious beach 'The young man deserves a commendation; he risked his life.'16 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Banned from our boats': The 10 stranded vessels and council’s pontoon solution'To be banned from our boats ... it is really frustrating.'16 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandSouth chills, north basks: Split week of rain, single-digit temperatures and sun on wayInvercargill is forecast to plunge to 4C overnight on Wednesday.16 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInside Rocket Lab's $17m quest to find life above VenusThe Nasa-supported Rocket Lab project will be the first-ever private mission to Venus16 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFed-up shopper says supermarket prices are soaring as fresh food rots fastJared Bettridge says watermelons, apples and potatoes have rotted within days.16 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Why every distant war seems to hit your local petrol pumpOPINION: How conflicts from Ukraine to the Middle East fuel price shocks.16 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandAlcohol, cannabis, and high speeds: Teen driver was doing more than 130km/h when he killed mateThe teens were flung from the car that only had one working headlight and worn brakepads.16 Mar 04:00 AM
New Zealand'When will this stop?': Drivers planning cutbacks as fuel continues to soarPetrol has risen by up to 50c a litre, adding about $23 to fill an average car.16 Mar 03:51 AM
