New ZealandSmall Northland park joins elite list with first international Green Flag AwardPou Tu O Te Rangi Harding Park is one of five NZ winners this year.26 Nov 11:23 PM
New ZealandThe end of ‘Category 3’: Cyclone red zones to be phased outControversial labels placed over thousands of cyclone-hit properties to be phased out.26 Nov 11:17 PM
New Zealand'Everyone loves it': TV comeback for sheep dog trials'The biggest crowd that watches any of our sports events watches the sheep dog trials.'26 Nov 10:26 PM
New ZealandNZ sheepmeat exports hit record value in OctoberSheepmeat reached a record $14.31/kg amid strong EU and US demand.26 Nov 10:24 PM
New Zealand‘Not elected for this’: Horizons chair challenges regional council plan'Getting this fix right will create a strong future for regional service delivery.'26 Nov 10:12 PM
New ZealandThe one thing hardcore conservationists and farmers agree onA predator that eats native species and spreads disease in livestock is a target for all.26 Nov 09:57 PM
New Zealand$30,000 raised after Tauranga father's death'This sudden loss has left his family devastated.'26 Nov 09:50 PM
PoliticsInquiry into Phillips children's disappearance announced: What will be investigatedRecommendations from the inquiry are expected in July next year.26 Nov 08:38 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'No fuss' farewells: One in five funerals have no service or ceremonyNo goodbye can leave people with 'unresolved emotions' or 'disenfranchised grief'.26 Nov 06:37 PM
New ZealandSomething really stinks in Rotorua - and it’s not the sulphurThe race is on to remove the rotting material as complaints - and dead fish - pile up.26 Nov 05:56 PM
New ZealandWas it you? Winning tickets sold in Rotorua and KatikatiPowerball rolls over to Saturday night with an $8m jackpot up for grabs.26 Nov 05:51 PM
New ZealandCouncil withdraws infringements for Lego sign as owner battles cancerDave Moore's artwork will stay for the moment.26 Nov 05:34 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We are struggling terribly': Award-winning donut business lifts curtain on social media's facadeEmily Whiu fears for her staff and family: 'We don’t know how much fight we have left.'26 Nov 05:00 PM
Cricket'Only heard amazing things': Aussie great joins Black Clash lineup in shock signingThe 44-year-old represented Australia over 300 times across three formats.26 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandWater conservation advised before 'sun really turns up the heat'MetService says December will start warm and wet, but dry conditions could set in later.26 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘We’re struggling terribly’: Owner of Mamas Donuts in Hastings makes emotional plea for helpIn a raw and emotional video posted to social media, Mamas Donuts owner Emily Whiu lifts the curtain on the struggles behind her Hawke’s Bay business. Video / SuppliedWatch26 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand'It got me': Diver surfaced coughing and struggling to breathe before drowningAaron Matthews' friend was on the shore fishing but couldn't save the 43-year-old.26 Nov 04:00 PM
Politics‘Extraordinary courage’: Arbiter decides redress payments for Lake Alice survivors 'The survivors have all shown extraordinary courage and resilience.'26 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain warnings as South Island braces for severe conditionsUp to 230mm of rain is forecast for Westland and the Canterbury headwaters.26 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandClass action filed against Transpower and contractor over Northland outageAbout 180,000 people lost power for days after a tower collapse near Glorit.26 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan dies at Mount Maunganui beachA man has died after being pulled from the water.26 Nov 07:24 AM
New ZealandHot waters ahead: North Island seas hit 'unusual' early-summer highsThe Hauraki Gulf has hit 20C, with warmth stretching towards Australia.26 Nov 05:00 AM
New Zealand‘His laugh was infectious’: Community celebrates life of Monty KnightWayne Brown suggested renaming the hall the ‘Monty Knight Memorial Hall’.26 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandWeather: A bit of a scorcher ahead for Hawke's BaySummer days on the horizon in Hawke's Bay, with temperatures around 30C.26 Nov 03:33 AM
New ZealandAquarium sale possible as Napier council looks to become more viableIn 2026, the aquarium will mark 50 years on its current site.26 Nov 03:23 AM
Property‘One-of-a-kind’ Gisborne property for sale as region sees strong real estate marketThe 106ha property includes a grand 500sq m home with sweeping rural views.26 Nov 03:00 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Cop30 – Balance or blah, blah, blah?OPINION: From the outside, it's difficult to see how 56,000 people could make progress.26 Nov 02:01 AM
New Zealand‘Absurd’ or a ‘victory for common sense’? Bay leaders on plan to can regional councillorsSeveral former leaders say Government plan could force a new discussion on amalgamation.26 Nov 01:01 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Luxon talks KiwiSaver and NZ SuperChristopher Luxon, Wayne Langford, Tracy Brown and Hunter McGregor all featured. 26 Nov 12:52 AM
New ZealandOne person dies following SH2 crash, motorists asked to avoid area'The road remains closed between Monument Rd and Heaven Rd with diversions in place.'25 Nov 11:42 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Perfect storm': Warning for concertgoers as street festival cannedThe confidence to buy tickets early has disappeared in NZ, event promoter says.25 Nov 10:58 PM
New Zealand‘Hell yeah’: Havelock North favourite Black Barn Growers' Market returns'We’ve all been absolutely glued to the supermarket. There are other options out there.'25 Nov 09:25 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe new 'bomb squad': What to make of Govt's regional council plan?OPINION: 'Your regional councillors are for the scrap heap. Dead folk walking.'25 Nov 09:22 PM
New ZealandOne seriously injured after crash involving cyclist and car on busy Napier roadOne person has been taken to hospital following the crash on a busy Napier road.25 Nov 09:21 PM
