Entertainment‘I got goosebumps’ - Te reo Māori song in new Ryan Gosling blockbusterViewers say hearing te reo Māori in a Hollywood blockbuster felt historic.24 Mar 05:00 PM
PoliticsGovt department expects Cabinet to weigh up long-term, 60+ year lease for Chateau TongariroThe Government is asking for proposals from operators keen to do up the historic site.24 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandStorm to hit north as Auckland set for 33 hours of rainSeven weather alerts issued for upper North Island as storm approaches the country.23 Mar 10:12 PM
TravelYour guide to New Zealand's best Easter weekend events and moreYet to plan your Easter weekend? We've got you covered. 23 Mar 06:00 PM
SportMaadi Regatta day one wrap: Standout school crews shine on Lake RuataniwhaA record 2,287 school rowers are racing on Lake Ruataniwha this week.23 Mar 04:53 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationMajor NZ university forces students back to in-person exams to curb AI cheatingThe change is partly driven by fears students are using AI tools to cheat online.23 Mar 04:18 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyThe private companies that have benefitted so far from the $1.2b Regional Infrastructure FundWho's getting what for regional development: Oji, OpenStar, minerals and a NZ First donor.23 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTwo dead after truck crash near Levin that closed state highway, following horror weekendEmergency services were called to the double-fatal crash about 2.30am.23 Mar 04:07 AM
New ZealandMemory of young Hawke’s Bay cricketer who died of brain cancer to live on in medalThe young cricketer tragically died in 2024 at his family home in Waipukurau.23 Mar 03:12 AM
New ZealandFrom Rotorua to the bench: Two local lawyers step up as District Court judgesPrue McGuire returns to Palmerston North, where she began law in 1992.23 Mar 02:20 AM
New ZealandStrike of luck! Rotorua and Tauranga Lotto players win bigFour players Bay of Plenty-wide cashed in over the weekend. 22 Mar 10:05 PM
PremiumPremiumSportMaadi Regatta power rankings: Who are the favourites for 2026?The annual pinnacle of the NZ secondary schools’ rowing calendar starts today.22 Mar 06:10 PM
New ZealandSerious two-truck crash near Levin closes state highway after horror weekendEmergency services were called to the serious crash around 2.30am.22 Mar 05:20 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Only rich people can afford pets': Do vet bills mean owning a dog or cat is now a luxury?Pet lovers warn that having a companion animal can cost thousands in vet bills.21 Mar 09:00 PM
New ZealandProbation officer stabbed in head and chest in NZ's worst attack of its kindTaylor Broughton had a flick knife in his pocket when he met with his probation officer.20 Mar 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Lesser of two evils': Support for law change to allow kids to bike on footpathsNapier mum Christina Johnson didn't know it was illegal for kids to ride on the footpath. 20 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: People may hate speed cameras but we need more of them OPINION: They play a key role in helping motorists stick to the posted limits.20 Mar 04:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand500 schools ranked: New NCEA hotspots list – where top marks meet affordable housingAnalysis reveals schools with highest academic results and cheaper houses.20 Mar 04:00 PM
KahuCarving revival breathes new life into Whanganui maraeTe Ao Hou Marae in Aramoho is building a second on-site carving workshop.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFuel discounts stay as some supermarket stations run dryFinance Minister Nicola Willis says New Zealand has 41 days of petrol in reserve stocks.20 Mar 02:22 AM
New Zealand'Success-driven' couple win farm environment award The Clodes of Te Hou Farms take a highly strategic approach to land stewardship.19 Mar 10:18 PM
New ZealandFamily vow to rebuild 46-year business after huge fireThe blaze on John F Kennedy Drive took about 11 hours to contain. 19 Mar 08:28 PM
New ZealandColour set to fill Hamilton skies as Balloons over Waikato lifts off againThousands of people will head out before dawn to watch the mass ascensions.19 Mar 05:00 PM
PoliticsPreviously unseen documents show Chateau Tongariro needs millions in urgent repairs, plus quake workProposals to revive the hotel will start being evaluated from April. 19 Mar 04:00 PM
Kahu'He can rest now': Treaty-signing chief’s bust back with whānauThe taonga is now back in Aotearoa after decades circulating in Europe.19 Mar 04:00 PM
Golf‘A lot more than you think’: Kiwi golfer reveals the true cost of tour lifeSam Jones estimated he incurred expenses of about $250k during his 2024 season. 19 Mar 02:01 AM
New ZealandGovt calls for bids to restore and run historic Chateau Tongariro'The Chateau is a landmark many New Zealanders have visited.'19 Mar 12:52 AM
New Zealand'Miracle' twins celebrate 80th birthday'They didn’t think we would live more than a few minutes.'19 Mar 12:00 AM
RacingMagic beach test: Habana out to revive stalled career at PukekoheThe 7-year-old bay gelding has not won since the Rich Hill Mile at Pukekohe in 2024.18 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandInquest ponders if helicopter flight could have saved this Foxton farmer’s lifeThe case has already triggered new burns training and trauma protocols at ED.18 Mar 12:11 AM
New Zealand'Horrible': Fuel price surge a cost truckers can't absorbNigel Castles says it has added $1000 to the daily bill to run his 11-truck fleet.17 Mar 11:40 PM
RacingLong-term plan decides next mission for Omega Boy Omega Boy jumps from a Tauranga Group 2 win to 2100m in the Awapuni Gold Cup.17 Mar 07:22 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: The debate around rongoā Māori in prison healthcareOPINION: Corrections has signalled it wants to use rongoā Māori services at 14 prisons.17 Mar 04:00 PM
Sport'Biggest season': Why Napier City Rovers' 2026 campaign matters so muchCoach Bill Robertson has rebuilt the squad, bringing in more than 10 new players.17 Mar 04:00 PM
