LifestyleWhy cottage cheese is making a surprising comeback, spurred by social mediaOnce a sad diet staple, cottage cheese is back – and having a surprisingly tasty glow up.07 Aug 11:00 PM
New ZealandCustomer finds 1.1kg rock in bag of potatoes from Pak'nSaveThe rock weighed more than 1.1 kg on her kitchen scales.07 Aug 10:36 PM
New ZealandClive resident calls for dredging as first form of river maintenanceHBRC has begun work on strengthening the riverbank beside Farndon Rd.07 Aug 10:17 PM
New ZealandMayor demands water plan U-turnRuapehu's mayor says the two-council model would cause 'extreme unaffordability'.07 Aug 09:15 PM
All BlacksEx-All Black picked in Australia's Rugby Championship squadAfter serving a three-year stand-down period, the prop is eligible for the Wallabies.07 Aug 09:07 PM
New ZealandSH1 reopens after serious crash near TīrauOne person was airlifted to Waikato Hospital in serious condition.07 Aug 08:44 PM
New ZealandCouncil U-turns on CBD-fringe parking permits, sets discounted pricesBut a resident says only allowing one fully discounted permit per house is 'wrong'.07 Aug 08:00 PM
New ZealandPolice arrest 11 in warrant crackdown, child assault charge laidThe operation targeted offenders with active warrants in several towns.07 Aug 07:14 PM
New Zealand‘Where’s my girl?’: Mum’s horror realising 11yo wasn't with Kaikohe crash survivorsStaci Walkley, 11, was found dead under her parents’ vehicle after the collision.07 Aug 06:43 PM
New ZealandHospitality riding the winter storm: 'People just haven’t got the expendable dollar''Trying to create a vibe' in this economy means thinking outside the square.07 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandWeightlifter bench presses more than double his weight, sets NZ recordRaymond O'Rourke lifted the equivalent of $3250 worth of butter or $3040 of cheese.07 Aug 06:00 PM
Education'More questions than answers': Principals react to NCEA changes'We want a system that works for all learners and puts students at the centre.'07 Aug 06:00 PM
World'Human presence': Volunteers protect sheep from wolves in FranceWolves have made a comeback in Europe, attacking livestock and angering farmers.07 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhy former Green MP is eyeing a local governance roleElizabeth Kerekere is an LGBTQ activist and scholar on takatāpui identity.07 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Put it down!': Shooting of armed man was 'preventable'; coroner slams police actionsCoroner Mike Robb said Shargin Stephens' death was preventable. 07 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Staffing crisis': Schools roster students home amid teacher shortagesStaff sickness, leave, and a lack of relief teachers have put schools in a difficult spot.07 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldFor Argentine farmers, Milei's free-market reforms fall shortFarmers’ frustrations are chiefly directed at export taxes - reduced but still in place.07 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandSpecial tourism initiative gifts weekend getaways to people in needA Waikato holiday home business wants to give back to the community.07 Aug 04:21 PM
New Zealand'Stress being released': Scientists monitor earthquake clusterA Government agency has recorded 34 earthquakes in the same spot this week.07 Aug 08:03 AM
New ZealandFormer mayor admits mistake as council accelerates action on $11m wallCouncil vows urgency on finding options for corroded lake wall, but locals unconvinced.07 Aug 06:04 AM
New Zealand'A fire that made you believe in goodness': Crash victim remembered for 'elegance'Joni Tuhakaraina, 53, died a day after celebrating her 32nd wedding anniversary.07 Aug 06:02 AM
New ZealandRun the Forest to showcase Rotorua to thousands of visitorsThe sold-out event is expected to inject millions of dollars into the local economy.07 Aug 06:00 AM
New ZealandFire hits block of flats in South WaikatoAn investigation is under way to determine the cause of the incident.07 Aug 05:38 AM
EntertainmentRapid change brings challenges for NZ's fastest-growing districtThe area's population is expected to almost double in 30 years.07 Aug 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyWhy gas shortages could halt production at key NZ fertiliser plantGas prices for industrial users are rising by 15% to 30%.07 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandRhubarb rush: Waikato café sells out of 'hundreds' of pies after award winThe cafe was one of four Waikato winners at this year's Bakels NZ Pie Awards.07 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandOur Changing World: Turning Taupō greenProject Tongariro battles invasive species to help restore vital wetlands.07 Aug 04:36 AM
New Zealand'A massacre': Two roaming dogs kill 50 backyard birds“How many families have to be affected for something to be done?”07 Aug 04:25 AM
New ZealandOne in serious condition after ute collides with trainEmergency services were called to the scene just after 4am.07 Aug 03:43 AM
New ZealandMan in court over critical injuries to baby in Wairarapa investigationThe baby was moved from Masterton Hospital to Starship children's hospital in Auckland.07 Aug 03:24 AM
New ZealandMotorway motorists dodge disaster with wrong-way driverDashcam footage shows the driver nearly colliding with an oncoming truck.07 Aug 03:24 AM
New ZealandTanker goes off road in Bay of Plenty, lane blockedPolice said traffic management is in place while they attend the scene.07 Aug 02:58 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Australia's foot-and-mouth disease vaccineJane Smith, Blair "Blizzard" McLean, Jo Luxton, and Chris Russell. 07 Aug 01:39 AM
New Zealand'Very grateful': No votes cast but Rotorua has its first election winnerOnly one person wanted the seat, but its winner says that might be good sign.07 Aug 01:00 AM
