New ZealandWool prices hit 10-year high, putting money back in farmers’ pocketsFull-length fleece is now about $5.20 per kg, up $1.25 on early 2025.21 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandFacebook SOS sparks race to pluck 94-year-old from Tairua floodsThe 94-year-old was trapped in a flooded Tairua bach garage.21 Jan 04:51 AM
New ZealandRed and orange rain warnings in Gisborne: What you need to knowGisborne's north now has a red heavy rain warning, with 250-350mm forecast.21 Jan 04:26 AM
New Zealand'The worst is still to come': Tropical storm lashes North Island, man missing in riverMultiple regions are under a state of local emergency because of the tropical storm.21 Jan 04:16 AM
New Zealand'Totally submerged': Man swims to safety, abandons new ute in Coromandel floodwatersA Coromandel local said the flooding was 'worse than Bola' and 'bigger than Gabrielle'.21 Jan 04:07 AM
New ZealandFonterra opens organic programme to South Island farmersFonterra says rising global demand is driving new organic opportunities for farmers.21 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandEvacuations in Waihī Beach after state of emergency declared for BoPPeople can evacuate to the local RSA if they can't stay with friends or family.21 Jan 03:53 AM
New Zealand'Born to guide': Tributes flow for Te Puia guide who died at geothermal poolA rāhui now covers The Blueys area, with tangi and nehu set for this week.21 Jan 03:35 AM
New ZealandOffshore powerboat nationals get green light for Napier this weekendAfter the storm, ideal conditions are expected for the third leg of national champs.21 Jan 03:30 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessMilk price outlook: Fonterra forecast may lift if GDT gains holdNew Zealand December milksolids collections climbed 3.1%, near record highs.21 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandDragon's Den 2026: Red meat sector calls for game-changing ideasEntries are open to industry players and independent innovators.21 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandPaisley Stage move to CBD: One door closes, another opensThe new upstairs venue in Hastings St will open on February 19.21 Jan 01:23 AM
New ZealandBrave dad saves daughter and partner from flooded home by kayakNeck-deep, fast-flowing water surrounded their stilt house before dawn.21 Jan 01:15 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Shane Jones on Sam Neill and miningOn today: Chris Brandolino, Shane Jones, Geoff Crawford, Andrew Murray, and Jen Corkran. 21 Jan 12:58 AM
New ZealandWorkers assessing Wairoa River bar opening in new location; heavy rain warning in place for Hawke’s Bay A new opening has been cut as a precaution. Workers are assessing whether it will hold up.20 Jan 11:23 PM
New ZealandFamilies’ lucky escape as flash flood tears through Northland campground tentsWater surged through the creekside campsite in just 11 minutes.20 Jan 11:00 PM
BusinessGeothermal boost: Mercury's Ngā Tamariki unit lifts output towards 132MWNgā Tamariki is one of three Mercury renewable projects underway worth a combined $1b.20 Jan 10:09 PM
New Zealand'The whole place lit up': Kiwi women set new shearing world recordRose Lewis, Missy Te Whata, Te Atakura Crawford, and Pagan Rimene set a new world record.20 Jan 09:34 PM
TravelNZ’s best 10 city beaches have been named, but which will you vote as your winner?Voting is open for the country's top beaches across five categories. Which will you pick?20 Jan 09:01 PM
New ZealandPrices edge higher in latest GDT auctionThis follows a strong 6.3% jump in the first auction of the year two weeks ago.20 Jan 08:19 PM
New ZealandNew chief executive signals fresh start as Toi Ohomai regains independenceToi Ohomai returned to local decision making on January 1.20 Jan 08:17 PM
New ZealandRisky title shot could launch Masson into world contentionKarim Maatalla has knocked out all 11 of his opponents in his victories.20 Jan 08:00 PM
PoliticsFormer Speaker the first MP to confirm retirement ahead of 2026 electionThe 64-year-old former Speaker will step down on Waitangi Day.20 Jan 07:19 PM
New ZealandFrom tap shoes to tackle: How a 9-year-old joined her family’s marlin clubHadley also juggles school, dance and dreams of racing speedway ministocks.20 Jan 06:00 PM
New ZealandTauranga drivers stung with $487k in bus and cycle lane fines in a yearHewletts Rd alone generated 2500 bus lane tickets worth $375,000 last year.20 Jan 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAgents weigh in on what's driving Rotorua's average house price upRotorua's sitting at $680,755 after a 2.6% quarterly rise – one of NZ's biggest bumps.20 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandSand mining firm investigated by DoC over protected coralThe firm is seeking Fast Track consent to mine sand at Bream Bay.20 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNapier CBD foot traffic drops as shoppers tighten belts amid other woes'Foot traffic just seems to be a lot less.'20 Jan 04:00 PM
CrimeChildren claim they were 'denied food, beaten and abandoned' by Oranga Tamariki caregiversA trio is now on trial, on multiple charges, after two children alleged years of abuse.20 Jan 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Please look out': Residents warned to prepare ahead of incoming tropical low A precautionary State of Emergency has already been declared for Whangārei.20 Jan 04:46 AM
New ZealandCape Brett hut airlift and slips force DoC closures in peak summer periodNine trampers paid for their own rescue flight after slips cut off Cape Brett.20 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandBeach days ahead: Summer isn't over despite thunderstorms, floodingRecent flooding in Northland means saturated ground may worsen new flooding.20 Jan 04:00 AM
New Zealand'It got worse': Swiss tourist family rescued by chopper from slips leave camper van behindMaja Hugli’s family were trapped for two days at Manganuku camp.20 Jan 03:06 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle rebuild: Dartmoor bridge work to begin, Rissington bridge pier piling complete New single-lane Dartmoor Bridge will measure 104m and be built immediately downstream. 20 Jan 03:00 AM
