The Country'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
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Busting dairy's ‘tonne of nitrogen’ mythOPINION: It's time to rethink assumptions about dairy cows and NZ's groundwater quality.12 Jan 10:38 PM
The CountryWet change coming: Low-pressure system on way after scorching spellA heavy rain warning could be issued for Thursday across Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough.12 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryHomes evacuated amid North Island forest fires as temps across NZ remain high 11 Jan 06:05 PM
The CountryHeat alerts for 15 centres amid scorching temps, severe gales pose 'extreme' fire danger10 Jan 12:26 AM
The Country'Records could roll': Heat alerts issued, forecast temperatures to reach 38C08 Jan 11:13 PM
The Country'Spiking quite significantly': High 30s forecast for NZ, heat alerts likely07 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryScorching mid-30s temperatures forecast this week as thunderstorm threat issued06 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryAlliance boss Willie Wiese steps down as Dawn Meats installs acting CEODawn Meats paid $270m last year for a 65% stake in Alliance Group.06 Jan 02:02 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryResidents fear 'Trojan horse' development over film studio plans near QueenstownProposed Ayrburn Screen Hub is being considered under the fast-track approvals process.06 Jan 01:33 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFrom sawmilling to $2b empire: The Kiwi rich-listers most people have never heard ofThe Richardson Group's wealth was reported at $600 million this year.01 Jan 09:00 PM
The Country'Deeply connected': Planting project unites community and tourismThe Ōkārito initiative has planted more than 6000 native trees.01 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAn epic, wild 218 days: Meet the family of six who walked the length of NZAn astonishing adventure, including being mistaken for the then-missing Marokopa family.01 Jan 04:06 AM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: Snails, dinosaurs and weirdness – my review of 2025OPINION: A look at the odd, fun and joyful moments that made us proud to be Kiwi in 2025. 27 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryTradie's remarkable revival of long-lost NZ clothing brand from his backyard shed Nikolai Solakof had never sewn before reviving Oscar Eide from his shed.27 Dec 01:00 AM
The CountryThunderstorms sweep country as MetService warns of flash flooding and hailPredicted downpours pose a threat of flash flooding in some areas. 26 Dec 01:10 AM
The CountryHeavy rain, thunderstorm risk for Boxing Day shoppers as wild weather lashes both islandsA heavy rain watch is in force from 6pm for Bay of Plenty east of Whakatāne.25 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryShane Jones orders total halt to crayfish harvesting from April next yearThe ban will run from April 1, 2026 for five years or until stocks recover.19 Dec 06:12 AM
The CountrySnow falls on south, temps plunge to 3C as MetService forecasts 'bumpy' ride for SantaSnow warnings are in place tonight for Crown Range and Milford alpine roads.18 Dec 09:21 PM
The Country'A huge honour': Man himself presents Taumata the Ian Kirkpatrick medal ‘We were playing against the bloody refs’: Kirkpatrick recalls 1976 All Blacks tour.18 Dec 05:00 AM
The CountryChilly temperatures remain as rain clears for most of the countryTemperature highs are expected to sit in the low 20s for most of New Zealand.17 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryTalley’s loses High Court battle over TVNZ health and safety reportsJustice Pheroze Jagose found TVNZ met the test for responsible reporting.17 Dec 12:22 AM
The Country'Dumb move': How a hunter misidentified target before fatal Stewart Island shootingPolice say Paul Stevens fired from 20m at movement he thought was a deer.16 Dec 09:35 PM
The CountryCool change sweeps in as wet, windy front spreads across the countryA sharp cool change will leave many towns stuck in the mid to high teens.16 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryHunter pleads guilty over Stewart Island shooting death of Jock DaviesPaul Stevens admitted causing the death during a Stewart Island hunting trip.15 Dec 10:08 PM
The CountryCool change hits just before Christmas as heavy rain, gales and thunderstorms move inDaytime highs will plunge, with some towns reaching only 16C on Wednesday.15 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryGales, heavy rain and cooler temps on way as active front sweeps up NZIt's expected to reach the North Island by tomorrow and draw temperatures down.14 Dec 09:53 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: ‘Tis the season for the great cricket ground debateOPINION: Everyone seems to have an opinion on which cricket ground is the best.13 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryDoC tracks Muriwai gannets to map bird flu risk The tracking will run until 2026, when the birds moult their tail feathers.12 Dec 07:00 PM
The CountryBred 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
The CountryComvita strikes lender deal as it seeks at least $25m lifelineThe lender deal extends key banking facilities out to April 30, 2026.11 Dec 08:57 PM