Tall BlacksTall Blacks crush Guam for Fiba World Cup qualifying winJack Andrew led New Zealand with 20 points and nine rebounds in Guam.01 Mar 07:19 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDeadly surge: Councils warn more deaths likely under weak dog lawsA woman mauled by pig dogs in Tairua said councils are impotent and 'don't have power'.27 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandSummer ends calm, but colder, wetter blast to hit as autumn arrivesA cold, rain-bearing front will sweep north, reaching Palmerston North on Sunday.27 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandSummer to single digits: Cold blast brings autumn in with a 'bang''It’s autumn coming in with a bit of a bang', said a MetService meteorologist. 27 Feb 02:53 AM
New Zealand600 competitors, 6000 sheep: Golden Shears world champs return to MastertonThe championships will be held on March 4-7 at the town’s War Memorial Stadium. 26 Feb 09:18 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisAlice SoperAlice Soper: Big questions face Aupiki 2026 as Blues set the paceANALYSIS: Questions over the 2026 Super Rugby Aupiki season, which kicks off on June 13.19 Feb 03:01 AM
New Zealand'One of the main guys': Comancheros treasurer jailed over drug ringJustice Jonathan Eaton said gang loyalty, not addiction, drove his offending.10 Feb 12:39 AM
PremiumPremiumCommoditiesFrom garnet flop to fast-track bid: Veteran miner chases $80m Taiko fundingRobert Brand hopes to raise $80m for West Coast sand mine, including taxpayer-backed debt.07 Feb 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Regular citizen': Neighbour stunned as Geraldine pensioner extradited on sex chargesThe 69-year-old has appeared in court in Northern Ireland.06 Feb 11:58 PM
CrimeInside the quiet war at Christchurch’s border: How Customs fights rising drug threatsChristchurch Customs officers talk about their working environment.06 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandAuckland humidity hits 93% as heat alert issued on North Island’s east coastA range of weather watches are also in place for parts of the South Island. 02 Feb 12:41 AM
New Zealand'Potent front': Another bout of rain, wind to lash New ZealandTemperatures are forecast to push into the high 20s for the North Island over the weekend.29 Jan 06:18 PM
New ZealandCode brown: Portaloo pile-up, toilet truck crash fouls up SH1Hundreds of litres of human waste spilt on to SH1 after a truck crash.26 Jan 02:12 AM
New ZealandWool prices hit 10-year high, putting money back in farmers’ pocketsFull-length fleece is now about $5.20 per kg, up $1.25 on early 2025.21 Jan 05:00 AM
WellingtonLabour MP reveals political future after abolition of his Ōhāriu electorateThe MP has been considering his future after losing his seat in boundary changes.21 Jan 12:29 AM
New ZealandLauren Dickason’s ex-husband remarries as he rebuilds life in South AfricaGraham Dickason quietly remarried in South Africa several months ago.16 Jan 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Big region of instability': Heavy rain and thunderstorms set to pummel NZThunderstorms are most likely for western North Island areas later this week.13 Jan 02:00 AM
TravelHow one train captures the South Island’s spirit in just five hoursThe TranzAlpine crosses the South Island from Christchurch to Greymouth.12 Jan 05:00 PM
Super RugbyAll Blacks prospect suffers ACL injury, to miss Super Rugby Pacific seasonHalfback Dylan Pledger has been ruled out for 12 months after suffering a training injury.11 Jan 10:05 PM
New ZealandNZ swelters as North Island cities top 36C, roads blocked in South Island as wild winds fell treesMultiple heat alerts in place today across the country, posing an 'extreme' fire risk.11 Jan 06:14 AM
New ZealandTwo lucky Lotto players split $1m - where the winning tickets were soldThe Powerball jackpot now climbs to $10m, with Strike Four increasing to $1m.10 Jan 08:54 PM
New ZealandTwo Lotto players scoop $500k as Powerball jackpots to $10mA Hamilton couple won $1m last week after a sudden cancer diagnosis.10 Jan 07:04 AM
New Zealand'Extreme caution': Heat alerts as furnace-like temps strike NZHastings is forecast to reach 38C tomorrow, with Napier close behind on 36C.10 Jan 06:10 AM
New ZealandOne of first NZ women to climb Mt Cook lies in unmarked grave – a 13yo’s quest to honour herJane Thomson was 57 when she successfully climbed Aoraki/Mt Cook in 1916.07 Jan 11:00 PM
New Zealand2025 climate summary: Hottest places around NZ revealedFour of the five warmest years have occurred since 2021 as the climate heats.07 Jan 10:49 PM
New Zealand‘Hero driver’ praised for helping return missing dogs after vehicle theftPolice say the driver became suspicious of a man he gave a lift to and rang officers.07 Jan 08:21 AM
New ZealandPreparing for summer’s hottest weekend: 37C in one city, looming fire threatWhat to expect over the coming days as temperatures soar in north and east.07 Jan 02:01 AM
New ZealandDrones, helicopters and specialist crews at work in week-long hunt for tramperConnor Purvis, 20, set out to tramp alone about December 30 and did not return.05 Jan 11:21 PM
New ZealandBeloved pets caught up in stolen ute ‘dognapping’ dramaThe dogs, Nala and Jock, were found safe after two days missing.04 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandLarge-scale search for missing 20-year-old tramper resumesConnor Purvis, 20, planned to summit Mt Huxley around December 30.04 Jan 08:38 PM
TravelNZ’s ultimate winter destination that isn’t QueenstownFrom quiet ski fields to relaxing hot springs, this spot has it all. 04 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandPolice issue urgent appeal in large-scale search for missing 20-year-old tramperConnor Purvis, 20, planned to summit Mt Huxley around December 30.04 Jan 08:46 AM
TravelHow a Kiwi couple built an exclusive lodge that drew Oprah's attention'It’s one of the best places in the world to see the stars.'03 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandPolice concerned after bike left for a week at remote campsiteThere are fears the bike's owner may be overdue from a trip.02 Jan 07:51 PM
