'Horrendous noise': Hunt neighbour '100% sick of' hounds howling at 2am
'I don’t want to be a grumpy neighbour, I don’t begrudge anyone their sport.'
Dignity and reputation: Police defend heavy redactions in Kiri Allan file
Police say the redactions are in line with Ombudsman guidelines for privacy.
Jetstar passengers evacuated after stairs blown into plane
Powerful gusts of up to 100 km/h are expected to roar across the north this afternoon.
Watch: SH2 reopens following slip that fell on three vehicles
The slip came down on three vehicles at Waiotahe Beach.
Watch: Cliff Curtis appears stunned by interview at boxing match
An interview from the knockout fight has gone viral.
Latest video
Listen: Rotorua hunt hounds howling at 4am
Tom Stephenson says he hears the hounds from his property daily. Video / Supplied
Bay of Plenty slip closes State Highway 2 at Waiotahe
Vehicles were caught in a slip on State Highway 2 at Waiotahe in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. Video / Andrea Casey
Body found after car fire on State Highway 1 at Ātiamuri
An investigation is under way after a body was found in a burning vehicle on State Highway 1 near Ātiamuri between Tokoroa and Taupō last night. Video / Dan Hutchinson
Shot man's sister says bail checks 'would have broken most people'
Stephens was described as 'smart', 'generous' and 'kind'.
Mt Ruapehu’s crater lake cools to record level; what that means for chances of eruption
Volcano's crater lake registers coldest temperature in seven decades of monitoring.
Cultural bail check approach may have avoided fatal shooting - psychiatrist
'He was pushed beyond his tolerance.'
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'Passion killer': When couples collide over money
'Nothing worse than being blindsided by your partner with a large bill.'
'I lie awake worrying about money': Middle-income Kiwis on the brink
They're okay, but only just - and not without sacrifices and side hustles.
'We have more work to do': Use of traditional Māori healing soars – ACC
In 2020, 472 people made claims for rongoā healing. In 2023, 6103 did.
'Take back Fenton St': New homeless motel plan revealed
Four motels used for emergency housing are being cut.
'Never seen it so quiet': Developer says commercial build dry spell worst in decades
'All of these growing costs aren’t making it attractive for anyone.'
Had depression? Get headaches? Job-hunter 'gobsmacked' by 'invasive' application
The firm says the questions provide relevant information. Applicants don't have to answer.
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New lifejacket rule aims to minimise deaths on the water
Bay of Plenty boaties will need to don a lifejacket in boats under 6m while underway.
'Absolutely thrilled': The Star is reborn - 103-year-old newspaper resurrected after closure
The presses are rolling again.
Business
'Absolutely thrilled': The Star is reborn - 103-year-old newspaper resurrected after closure
The presses are rolling again.
Maccas takeover: Couple sell three McDonald's restaurants - but eye up another nine
They've had the 'time of our lives' but are ready for a new challenge.
Opinion
Rotorua Canopy Tours on two alternatives to the tourist levy hike
OPINION: Tourism and tourists need to give back.
Dancing diary: It's not all about the dance
People's Choice has also opened - get voting now!
Sport news
First XV random awards: The best fans, strips, referees and more
Sacred Heart supporters shine in the 2024 First XV season's best moments and awards.
Watch: Cliff Curtis appears stunned by interview at boxing match
An interview from the knockout fight has gone viral.
Ex-Steamer remembers Shield win while sons eye own glory
Aims Games bring Jeff Ierome back to the Bay with his twin sons.
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First XV: Inside the battle for New Zealand Schools' first five
Young talent in race for black jersey
First XV: 10 standouts to watch after a thrilling season
The group of schoolboy players who are poised to shine in the future.
The grind of greatness: Inside Lisa Carrington's relentless training programme
The rise of the New Zealand women's programme over the past decade has been remarkable.
How Sarah Hirini defied medical science to engineer Paris gold
Hirini wasn’t meant to be in Paris, let alone playing starring role in a golden triumph.
The youngsters who Razor should retain
Opinion: A few All Blacks debutants raised their hand high to coach Scott Robertson.
Liam Napier: The new caps to expect in Robertson's first All Blacks squad
OPINION: Scott Robertson will name his 32-man squad on Monday evening.
Lifestyle
Hip-hop group The 046 to perform in BoP
The group has amassed tens of millions of streams and viral music videos.
Three nights of frights this Halloween
It's an exciting weekend full of Halloween entertainment for all ages in the community.
Explained: Why would Kmart expand in this tough retail environment?
Boss from across the Tasman explains the reasoning behind Kmart's expansion here.
Car news & advice
Lando Norris tackles Silverstone in a life-size Lego Technic McLaren P1
Watch the F1 star drive a car made of more than 300,000 Lego pieces!
BYD Sealion 6 achieves five-star ANCAP safety rating
BYD's newest local offering scored top marks in crash testing.
Volkswagen ID.5 Pro+ long term review: as is the fashion
How does our ID.5 fare in the worlds of fashion and film? Ask an expert.
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Rural news
The Country: Winston Peters on Parliament standards
Winston Peters, Peter Newbold, Hunter McGregor, Chris Russell.
Education changes: Area schools ‘copping it from all directions’
North Canterbury area schools (Years 1 to 13) say they're struggling to keep up.
Farmers push for rural ward in South Wairarapa
South Wairarapa farmers say rural and urban interests can be worlds apart.
'Crash 4, Crash 4': Colleague's final moments with man crushed in conveyor belt
The fertiliser company admits it failed to ensure workers' safety.
Final day at Māori Land Court for Marine and Coastal Act applications.
Māori Land Court hears evidence of Marine Coastal Applications.
Millions awarded to combat invasive gold clam
The gold clam was found in the Waikato River in May last year.