New ZealandMan hands himself in for questioning over Ruatiti double homicideThe 29-year-old was arrested on an active warrant after a nearly two-week search.25 Dec 03:52 AM
TravelKiwi flier gets CEO apology after Skycouch seat cancelled, taken off flight in wheelchairShe paid an extra $615 for an economy Skycouch seat to help manage circulation issues.24 Dec 05:25 AM
Wellington'Completely reckless and unacceptable': Boy racers hurl bottles, fireworks at policeThe convoy of about 200 cars descended on the capital last night.24 Dec 02:23 AM
New Zealand'True legend': Horse community mourns polo player who died in accident during matchThe Whanganui 88-year-old died when a horse knocked him to the ground.23 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandMeth-crazed fraudster fires shots into family's home, narrowly missing mother with babyPashion Ramsay would show fake proof that she had paid for vehicles.23 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandSliver of reception saves trio after river tubing trip goes badly wrongThe men set off late in the day on inner tubes in only light clothing.23 Dec 04:06 AM
New Zealand'We’re a bit gutted': Whanganui backcountry hut destroyed in mystery fireFire and Emergency NZ investigators could not work out how Pouri Hut burned to the ground.22 Dec 09:05 PM
New ZealandBusiness manager dies in crash on way to see clientCEO says Toby Broomhall led by example, with 'dedication, commitment and humour'.22 Dec 08:44 PM
New Zealand'Just like having a toddler': Council urges caution on puppy presents'People just don’t realise how much training, time, and money they have to dedicate'.22 Dec 04:00 PM
RetailNZ retail spending warms up before Christmas Consumer spending through Worldline NZ’s payment network picked up in mid-December. 22 Dec 03:13 AM
New Zealand'Be on the lookout': Police warn Ruatiti bush visitors in hunt for ColeMitchell Cole, 29, is a person of interest and is believed to be armed.21 Dec 11:44 PM
New ZealandPolice keen to identify mystery man seen near Ruatiti double killingThe couple were found dead in their rural driveway, days after a suspected shooting. 21 Dec 01:02 AM
New Zealand‘The tears just keep flowing’: Friends tend dogs at slain couple’s rural farmFriends entered the remote Ruatiti farm to calmly secure Trina Cole’s mastiffs.19 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandGates to be installed at popular Kai Iwi Lakes amid long-running tensions Boaties will need an access code after completing an online cleaning form.18 Dec 06:54 PM
New ZealandLarge vegetation fires 'fully contained'Fire and Emergency NZ will continue work over the coming days at Lismore and Waiinu.17 Dec 11:04 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisAlice SoperAlice Soper: The race to be the next Black Ferns coach is wide openTwo-time World Cup winner Darryl Suasua shapes as the bold wild card pick.17 Dec 02:50 AM
New ZealandRain helps but Lismore, Waiinu fires not yet containedA total fire and fireworks ban is in place in Manawatū-Whanganui.16 Dec 11:15 PM
New Zealand‘Most serious end of the scale’: Judge detains killer as special patientThe court heard Jarrod Dent remains a high risk of sudden, serious violence. 16 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandMajor farming business returns to profitDebt was cut by 25%, or $10m, with dividends lifted from 28c to 60c.16 Dec 02:34 AM
CrimePolice issue arrest warrant for man linked to Ruatiti double homicide as hunt for him continues People are urged to call 111 if they see Cole and not to approach him.16 Dec 12:38 AM
New ZealandWaiinu Beach fire grows past 100ha as crews brace for days of workThere are two firefighter crews present, supported by two helicopters and heavy machinery.15 Dec 10:21 PM
New ZealandLismore Forest fire uncontained as weather hampers firefightingFive helicopters, heavy machinery and multiple crews are battling the blaze.15 Dec 09:25 PM
New ZealandWaiinu Beach fire: Residents on standby to evacuate as crews battle blazeSmoke and ash are forcing people to stay inside with windows and vents shut.15 Dec 06:57 PM
New ZealandLismore Forest fire still not contained as crews hold the lineFire and Emergency is planning operations in the area overnight and on Tuesday.15 Dec 02:30 AM
New ZealandOne dead after helicopter crash near WhanganuiThe person was the sole occupant of the helicopter.15 Dec 02:06 AM
New Zealand'Should not be approached': Police hunt man after double Ruapehu homicideHe is believed to still be in the remote Ruatiti area, near Whanganui National Park.14 Dec 10:46 PM
New ZealandWoman in court as police investigate Tauranga homicideThe 37-year-old is charged with assault in a family relationship.14 Dec 09:16 PM
New ZealandLarge vegetation fire breaks out near Parikino, WhanganuiMultiple crews have been called to a vegetation fire near Parikino in Whanganui. Video / Joni FrancineWatch14 Dec 07:35 AM
New ZealandDouble homicide probe launched, victims found dead at rural propertyHeightened police presence in Ruatiti area as scene examination expected to take days.13 Dec 08:34 PM
New ZealandBred to protect: Meet Kimi, rodent detection dog in trainingKimi's goal is to safeguard some of our most precious and protected species.12 Dec 04:00 PM
All BlacksAll Blacks star dominates NZ Rugby awardsArdie Savea has taken out New Zealand's biggest rugby prize for the third time.11 Dec 08:00 AM
New ZealandDream fishing charter trip ends in nightmare after two injured crossing infamous Pātea barMaritime NZ says passengers were not properly briefed on the risky Pātea bar.09 Dec 08:04 PM
New ZealandElderly couple killed as fire engulfs Foxton Beach homeNeighbours fled homes before dawn as explosions rang out across Queen St.09 Dec 06:32 AM
New ZealandMotorcycle racing elite gather in Taupō for Suzuki Series openerThe 17th Suzuki International Series ends with Whanganui's Boxing Day street race.08 Dec 11:44 PM
