New Zealand$5m Powerball jackpot struck in tonight's draw - was it you?Strike Four was also struck tonight, with one lucky player bagging $700,000.22 Apr 08:33 AM
New ZealandFourteenth arrest in Dilworth abuse probe as man, 66, held in BlenheimThe charges relate to incidents in the early 1990s at the Auckland boys' boarding school.22 Apr 06:47 AM
Super RugbyAll Black's shock switch in must‑win Crusaders clash at new home stadiumLeicester Fainga’anuku shifts from the backs to start at openside flanker.22 Apr 06:12 AM
New ZealandFoul play? Detectives update case of Christchurch woman missing for eight monthsRowena Walker has not contacted her children since she vanished on August 14.22 Apr 02:34 AM
New ZealandPolice step up late-night patrols after spike in teen trouble in NelsonPolice say large groups of teens are causing late-night disorder in the city.22 Apr 02:16 AM
Travel newsAir NZ boss wary of increasing fares but confident in jet fuel supply amid crisis21 Apr 12:33 AM
PremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Could a leadership coup be National's only way to avoid a wipeout?20 Apr 11:54 PM
CrimeTreasurer blows whistle on thieving coach of youth marching teamThe theft by Jodie Wastney meant the under-13 team missed planned championships.20 Apr 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyFirst XV rugby: Is this the Auckland 1A team to beat in 2026?First XV contenders are starting to emerge ahead of the 2026 season.20 Apr 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil Gifford: Veterans prove a point to Rennie in Super Rugby's best round yetOPINION: In a key position Dave Rennie won’t suffer from a lack of candidates.19 Apr 06:30 PM
New Zealand'Massive flooding' as severe thunderstorms hit Wellington, MetService issues ‘top priority’ warningsStates of local emergency remain in place for Whanganui and Ōhura Ward.19 Apr 06:02 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationNZ's biggest cheats: NCEA exam breach probes triple since 2019, stumping officialsNZQA says 168 potential exam breaches involved AI use.19 Apr 05:00 PM
CrimeGrieving man attacked at cemetery while leaning over wife's graveThe man in his 70s was left 'extremely shaken' but has forgiven attacker Anthony Archbold.18 Apr 12:05 AM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorm warning lifted, but flooding closes highwaysTorrential rain and damaging wind gusts are possible for the lower North Island.17 Apr 09:51 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisGregor Paul: How Super Rugby's salary cap pushes mid-tier players offshoreANALYSIS: Japanese clubs are luring these mid-level players with big offers.17 Apr 06:01 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMike ThorpeIs Christchurch set to become the sporting capital of NZ?OPINION: Ahead of the new stadium opening, Mike Thorpe says Chch can't be beat for sport.17 Apr 06:00 AM
Super RugbyKey All Blacks return from injury: All you need to know about Super Rugby round 10Everything you need to know for the weekend's action, with five games taking place.16 Apr 10:01 PM
New ZealandRoads reopen, evacuation order ends after gas leak at holiday hotspotCampground at popular beach community among areas evacuated after leak detected.16 Apr 08:57 PM
New ZealandPetition wants to keep Crusaders’ match-day horses at new Christchurch stadiumFans argue the horses, in place since 1996, are central to the team's identity.16 Apr 03:01 AM
New Zealand756 lightning bursts light up night sky as cold blast lashes lower South IslandWind gusts in Invercargill reached 100km/h as the system swept through.16 Apr 12:06 AM
New ZealandHard cash! Midweek windfall for lucky Rotorua Lotto playerThirteen second division winners in Wednesday's draw. 15 Apr 08:08 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool Rugby'Bugger me, if that was a forward pass': 50 years later, Nelson v Wellington rivalry runs deepStaunch rugby schools share a rich history.15 Apr 07:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRadioactive seeds to treat prostate cancer: First Hawke's Bay patient back on motorbike in weeksNick Mardle said he felt 'privileged' to be paving a path for other Hawke's Bay men.15 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘The beauty in the ordinary’: Biscuit ads spotlight real Kiwi livesThe Life Needs a Biscuit series features 24 unscripted Kiwi mini-docos.15 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Desperately wanted baby': Labour MP opens up on devastating recent miscarriageRachel Boyack thanked Nelson Hospital staff and her midwife for their care.15 Apr 06:02 AM
New Zealand'Calculating, deceitful': Serial con woman jailed for web of tax, loan and passport fraudsA judge said the losses Karina Knedler has caused "are truly enormous". 15 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandMultiple injured, one critical after crash shuts highway near NelsonThe crash on State Highway 6 and Wakapuaka Rd happened about 2.40pm.15 Apr 04:11 AM
Super RugbyTimeline that led to Moana's ‘heartbreaking’ exit from Super Rugby PacificMoana Pasifika have announced the franchise will disband at the end of the season.15 Apr 02:51 AM
CrimeAssault outside MSD office left victim with teeth knocked out after alleged name-callingThe victim suffered a second blow after she coughed and her veneers fell out and broke.15 Apr 02:00 AM
Super Rugby'Heartbreaking decision': Moana Pasifika looking for a lifelineMoana Pasifika will provide support to all players and staff during this transition.14 Apr 11:30 PM
SportWhere is she now? Toni HodgkinsonA Kiwi Olympian's records have stood the test of time.14 Apr 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPaul LewisAll Blacks watch: The duo that can be locked in for Rennie's first testOPINION: The experienced pair are simply playing too well to ignore.14 Apr 02:01 AM
