RacingNZ racing hires Australian trio for leadership shake-upAll three new hires come from senior roles in Australia's racing industry.30 Sep 08:47 PM
New ZealandMayor backs quake rule changes as boost for Chateau TongariroThe 96-year-old landmark was shut in 2023 because of earthquake risk.30 Sep 07:14 PM
New ZealandSerious crash closes Ngāruawāhia road, critical injuries reportedThe intersection is expected to stay shut for several hours.30 Sep 06:47 PM
New Zealand'Critical condition': Person rushed to hospital after Waikato crashEmergency services were called to the two-vehicle crash just after 7.40pm.30 Sep 08:08 AM
Business'One punch after the other': Community reels from Carter Holt closure newsA small number of roles will remain to process imported timber.30 Sep 04:22 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleMind-blowing opulence, 'terrifying' owners: The secret world of NZ superyacht workersPrivilege, romance, and dark secrets are all part of life above and below deck.30 Sep 12:27 AM
TravelSummer sorted: NZ's gigs, festivals and sports to lock in nowFrom sports and comedians to art and music festivals, bookmark these events across NZ.29 Sep 11:18 PM
New ZealandMan arrested after brazen jewellery snatch off mall shopper, bystanders give chaseA 29-year-old man will face a robbery charge in court on October 2.29 Sep 11:03 PM
New ZealandTe Rangimaheu named successor as Ngāti Tūwharetoa arikiThousands gathered at Waihī Marae in Tūrangi to farewell Tā Tumu Te Heuheu.29 Sep 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRugbyNZ Schools suffer record rugby defeat to AustraliaNZ trailed only 26-22 at halftime before conceding eight tries in the second.29 Sep 08:30 PM
New ZealandHospitals swamped as EDs run at more than double capacityCounties Manukau had more than 60 patients waiting for ward beds.29 Sep 08:27 PM
World'Hardest decision': Hamilton says goodbye to bulldog Roscoe after illnessHamilton skipped a Formula One tyre test in Italy to be by Roscoe's side.29 Sep 08:09 PM
New ZealandTruck carrying animal product rolls, Waikato road closedTahuna Rd is expected to stay closed until 3pm as crews clear the site.29 Sep 05:53 PM
RacingWeather leaves question marks hanging over spring racing marketsFinding the right race for one of New Zealand's best horses is tougher than it might seem.29 Sep 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWhat makes a good minister? Exiting MBIE head Carolyn Tremain is an expertCarolyn Tremain is leaving MBIE after eight years of "calm" leadership.29 Sep 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: New expressway extension welcome newsOPINION: Other major roading projects will also benefit thousands of road users.29 Sep 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Honest, decent' 20-year-old who drove drunk and killed woman to stay in prisonTupaea Mika had a previous conviction for drink-driving while still a teenager. 29 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandSH5 partially reopens after stock truck rollover leaves one seriously hurtThe southbound lane, heading towards Napier, has now reopened.29 Sep 02:04 AM
New ZealandSix injured in crash on SH1 bridge SH1 near Taupō is closed in both directions, with motorists urged to delay travel.28 Sep 11:36 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergy‘The market created this’: Big power buyers warn of grid vulnerabilityThe long awaited Frontier Report on the electricity sector is due out this week.28 Sep 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Changeable weather for the whole week': Waves of thunderstorms to roll over NZ todayWeather warnings have been issued for parts of the country as gales, heavy rain forecast.28 Sep 10:33 PM
PremiumPremiumManufacturing‘The end of survival’: Synlait sells Pōkeno plant, cuts net loss to $39mLoss-making plant at Pōkeno sold to America's Abbott for $307m.28 Sep 08:37 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Oh, they were horrible’: Marokopa locals claim police 'harassment’ in Tom Phillips searchTentative support for the slain fugitive father remains in pockets of the Waikato town.28 Sep 05:35 PM
RacingMick On Monday: The forgotten jockey too good to be ignoredAn unheralded jockey is back from career-threatening injuries to shock the premiership.28 Sep 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Councils must show transparency with their workshopsOPINION: Scrutiny should be welcomed and is key to holding elected members accountable.28 Sep 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Old world view of discipline': Girl assaulted by pensioner who thought she'd taken his phoneJudge: "Even by older standards, this type of discipline was out of order.”28 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandWoman damaged house, then fought eviction because her dog had puppiesShe didn't think Kāinga Ora was serious when it threatened to evict her for the DIY.28 Sep 03:33 AM
New ZealandHundreds gather in Waihī to farewell Ngāti Tūwharetoa chief Sir Tumu Te HeuheuSir Tumu Te Heuheu died aged 84, leaving a legacy of calm leadership.28 Sep 01:15 AM
Kahu'Humbled and moved': Sir David Moxon receives St John’s top honourOnly 35 people worldwide may hold the Bailiff or Dame Grand Cross title.27 Sep 08:48 PM
New Zealand'A different type of policing': New sergeant leading Pāpāmoa stationTanerahi 'TK' Keno has 15 years’ police experience across multiple roles.27 Sep 04:00 PM
RacingMarsh’s magic run continues as he pulls carpet out from under puntersMagic Carpet causes an upset in the Guineas at Te Rapa.27 Sep 04:00 PM
RacingWaitak wonderful as he adds another Group 1 to black type tallyThe Proisir gelding stormed home to relegate La Crique to another runners-up finish.27 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandIt's a rollover: No winners in $8m Powerball jackpotStrike Four has also rolled over, pushing the prize pool to $400,000.27 Sep 08:30 AM
New ZealandDecision on Carter Holt Harvey Tokoroa mill due Tuesday amid job fearsSouth Waikato Mayor Gary Petley says the community feels closure is a ‘done deal’.27 Sep 05:11 AM