New Zealand‘We want our mountain back’: Hundreds climb Mt Kahurānaki to support Ngāti Kahungunu land returnAbout 150 people climbed Mt Kahurānaki, some on foot, others on horseback.16 Apr 02:18 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Why Easter is more 'eggspensive' this year Christopher Luxon, Andrew Murray, Geoff Spark, and Paul Joules.16 Apr 02:14 AM
New ZealandPolice name man found dead in vehicle near Kawakawa service stationPolice discovered McKenzie's body in a vehicle at Kawakawa on Sunday. 16 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandEverything gone but the bao buns: Thief clears out cafe's food stocksThe owner says it's the second burglary in three weeks and the 'fifth or sixth' this year.16 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandFatal truck crash closes State Highway 2, multiple injuriesMotorists should avoid the area and expect delays.16 Apr 01:48 AM
New Zealand'Out of hand': Firefighters battle Waverley blazeThe fire, measuring 300m by 200m, is burning grass, scrub, and pine trees.16 Apr 12:05 AM
New ZealandMissing possum trapper in South Island found Food and gear left at Cedar Hut had remained untouched since March 30.16 Apr 12:03 AM
New Zealand'An honour and a privilege': Local artists shine in prestigious portrait award'I had a good feeling that it was going to get through and it did. So hard work paid off.'16 Apr 12:00 AM
New Zealand90m litres of groundwater allegedly illegally discharged into Far North wetlandCouncil and contractor charged with 90 million litre discharge into Far North wetland16 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Lower Kingsgate Reserve reopens after repairs from Cyclone GabrielleFive footbridges were repaired, and a culvert was replaced during restoration.16 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandHonouring heroes: Search for B Company photos for museum exhibitionIt comes as the B Company, 28th NZ (Māori) Battalion History Trust will be reviewed.15 Apr 11:55 PM
New Zealand'I want their story known': Author on a mission to tell story of NZ Land GirlsLynda Taylor's book details the story of land girls and depicts life in World War II15 Apr 11:40 PM
EnergyDry weather lowers Mercury NZ's earnings forecast by $60m Mercury's earnings will be affected by dry weather this financial year. 15 Apr 10:08 PM
New ZealandFortress 40: College boys' endurance challenge captured in docoTauranga Boys’ College will screen the film on Saturday. 15 Apr 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Is this real?': Two Instant Kiwi millionaires crowned 17 min apartHusband kept scratchie win secret from wife for two days over fear they hadn't really won.15 Apr 09:51 PM
New ZealandPrices rise 1.6% in latest GDT auctionPrices rose 1.6% in the latest Global Dairy Trade auction overnight.15 Apr 08:37 PM
New ZealandBallance proposal may cut 62 jobs at Mount Maunganui plantThe proposal would eliminate 68 roles and create six new ones.15 Apr 08:18 PM
New Zealand'I very much regret it': Doctor accepts oral sex at work was unwiseThe doctor says the proceedings have affected his mental health.15 Apr 08:00 PM
New ZealandOne dead in machinery incident in WhangāreiWorkSafe has been notified, and inquiries into the incident are ongoing.15 Apr 07:10 PM
New ZealandSupermarkets, liquor outlets fight bid for freeze on new bottle storesA health official says Rotorua's alcohol-related harm is now above the national average.15 Apr 06:24 PM
New ZealandWhy this Hawke’s Bay gas seep is sparking global scientific interestSamples help study geological processes along the Hikurangi subduction zone.15 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandCouncillor says Govt 'abdicating' housing responsibilities 'We are not seeing an improvement on the availability of stock in town.'15 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Explosive': Chemical spill led to daycare evacuation, bomb squad callA daycare centre next to Whanganui Hospital was evacuated.15 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil signs $91m, 15-year lease for new office buildingIt is also putting about $33.5 million into the interior fit-out of the building.15 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: 90 year old's retirement plan to support St John on the East CoastHughie Hughes wants to live like a 90-year-old but still has things to do.15 Apr 04:45 PM
New Zealand'Kindest person, biggest heart': Woman found dead in Waiuku vehicle identified A man, 50, has been charged with assault after her death in Waiuku.15 Apr 08:03 AM
New Zealand'Reprehensible': Expert blasts behaviour of doctor who allegedly had sex at clinicHowever, the expert ended up softening his views after questions from counsel.15 Apr 08:00 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain, 100km/h winds: Severe storm approaching NZ upgraded to Tropical Cyclone Tam'It will bring significant weather to the upper North Island late Wednesday to Thursday.'15 Apr 07:35 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly rare' king penguin sighting at Otago beachThe rare sighting was described as a 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity'.15 Apr 07:16 AM
New ZealandKiwiRail fined $63,000 for safety breach that endangered 90 passengersRail operator penalised after a train ran a red signal on June 17, 2023.15 Apr 05:35 AM
New Zealand'We just want our steps back': Council criticised for ‘sneaky’ beach access closure Lawyer Neil Weatherhead called the closure 'sneaky' and 'unlawful'.15 Apr 05:29 AM
New ZealandChatham Islands residents encouraged to apply for Government cashMinister Shane Jones will be leading a delegation on Wednesday for a regional summit.15 Apr 05:15 AM
New Zealand'Huge inconvenience': Man's stolen prosthetic delays recoveryRussell Blank’s prosthetic leg was stolen from his letterbox in Whangaroa.15 Apr 04:40 AM
New ZealandVietnam ‘a real star’ for three NZ fruits - which ones are next?New Zealand earned $172m from horticultural exports to Vietnam in 2024.15 Apr 04:30 AM