Travel newsHalloween travel deals: A wicked mix of haunted history, snowy peaks and epic cruisesFrom haunted castles to icy seas, these Halloween escapes are ready to be boo-ked.27 Oct 05:12 PM
PoliticsLabour to campaign on capital gains tax, but there are several exemptionsHipkins said money from a CGT would be funnelled back to give Kiwis free doctors visits.27 Oct 04:32 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: Auckland getting 1734 new student beds in three towers worth $716mWho’s behind them and why the demand?27 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWhat’s at stake as Fonterra farmers decide fate of $4.2b Lactalis dealThe deal would see Fonterra’s Anchor and Mainland brands sold to Lactalis.27 Oct 04:00 PM
Auckland'It does my head in': Auckland Transport's licence plate fleet almost doubles fines issuedThe AA wants Auckland Transport to explain why the number of fines has almost doubled.27 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Cabinet arrogance and ‘high trust’ politics draw fireOPINION: A reader responds to Brooke van Velden’s attitude toward public consultation.27 Oct 11:00 AM
New Zealand'Looks like it will intensify': Severe thunderstorm watch for upper North Island'There is quite a wide risk of thunderstorms tonight and into tomorrow.'27 Oct 07:53 AM
New ZealandHelicopter rushes to Waikino after waterfall slip leaves one critically hurtEmergency services were called to Waikino about 2.30pm.27 Oct 05:16 AM
New Zealand'High-risk traffic offending': 23 arrests as South Akl league celebrations spill onto roadsPolice also issued 204 infringement notices for driving and road-related offences. 27 Oct 03:42 AM
New ZealandLong traffic queues as Aucklanders return from holiday; Labour Weekend road toll at twoMetService warns heavy rain, wind and snow could disrupt travel today.27 Oct 03:25 AM
New ZealandToxic tourist: Jellyfish warning for Auckland and Northland coasts as waters warm upNiwa’s Dr Dennis Gordon warns washed-up jellyfish may still sting.27 Oct 03:11 AM
WorldBoy, 14, in hospital after croc attack in Far North QueenslandThe teen was attacked while fishing in waist-deep water with friends.27 Oct 03:03 AM
New ZealandFacing dementia: Fear and stigma delay vital early diagnosisAn early dementia diagnosis lets whānau plan care and access crucial support, experts say.27 Oct 02:00 AM
AucklandWatch: Person filmed leaning out of car sunroof on Auckland motorwayPolice say the incident was reported to them and they are making inquiries.27 Oct 01:00 AM
EntertainmentWho’s playing where this summer? Your guide to 2025’s biggest gigs across AotearoaGrammy winners, pop icons and rock legends all set for New Zealand shows.27 Oct 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyFive more tenancy cases involving dogs, cats, turkeys - even goats Mother was the landlord. Son was her tenant. The two fought. The police were called.26 Oct 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCrimeMongrel Mob killer stabbed stranger at 16; now he's stabbed again in prisonKayleb Renata claimed carrying a shank in prison was necessary for protection.26 Oct 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Consider moving your trip forward': New weather warnings issued as storm nearsCold snap brings rain, wind and snow for Labour Day travellers.26 Oct 10:34 PM
Sport'Really grateful': Kiwi Jack Jordan wins maiden Timbersports world titleJack Jordan joins Jason Wynyard and David Bolstad as the only Kiwis to win the title.26 Oct 10:11 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Everyone's broke': Why Canterbury man sells illegal cigarettesOne illicit tobacco seller has weighed in on the issue.26 Oct 10:00 PM
AucklandHit-and-run driver who left dog walkers for dead identified as Auckland company directorThe man was on a Zoom call and trying to call his mother when he struck the two women. 26 Oct 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCars, fighter jets and family dinner: How Rocket Lab’s Sir Peter Beck unwindsThe billionaire jokes he 'probably won’t be winning any awards' for father of the year.26 Oct 08:38 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKelly Thomas: How the 'bleisure' boom could power NZ’s tourism recoveryOPINION: NZ is at a pivotal moment in the way we attract and host business travellers.26 Oct 08:00 PM
New ZealandHealth NZ investigates measles case at Wellington Girls’ CollegeWellington Girls’ College students are told to isolate after measles exposure. 26 Oct 06:39 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart: NZSO's Affirmation concert a spell of enchanted tranquillityCellist Kian Soltani captivated with Dvorak’s melancholy and fearless flair.26 Oct 06:28 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionConnor Sharp: First we shape the cities — then they shape usProject K’s setback sparked public pushback that may save its people-focused plan.26 Oct 05:42 PM
New ZealandGame-changer: New $18b expressway endorsed to boost jobs and road safetyThe Northland Expressway from Te Hana to Whangārei is expected to boost Northland.26 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Ripped from me’: Mother slams 2am baby uplift defended by police, OTPolice arrived at the Mangere home about 10pm before the 2am uplift.26 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsBrooke van Velden: Sick of being called the wrong kind of womanThe minister's biggest piece of contentious policy reform is yet to come.26 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessFrom Caribbean to Canterbury: Alpaca farmers find niche in New Zealand tourismAnya and Frank Walkington talk to Tom Raynel about their farm business, Shamarra Alpacas.26 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Report on road worker abuse shocking, but not surprisingOPINION: Road workers are among those most at risk from road rage.26 Oct 04:00 PM
LeagueToa Samoa seal commanding win over Tonga after 90-minute weather delaySamoa sealed a 34-6 win over Tonga after a lightning delay in Brisbane.26 Oct 08:27 AM
AucklandWest Auckland police chase ends in arrest after firearm reportPolice tracked the vehicle for more than an hour across West Auckland.26 Oct 07:27 AM
New Zealand‘Good luck’: NZ's Urban Polo seizes crown as rival cancels Aussie eventsF3 Polo now holds the key grounds and title of Australia’s premier urban polo event. 26 Oct 07:00 AM