Crime'I’m going to kill us both': Man smashed into stationary truck after hearing break-up newsThe toxic relationship ended with the defendant and his now ex both needing surgery.05 May 11:50 PM
New ZealandParents foil attempted abduction of 8yo outside primary schoolThe boy described the man's car as having offensive words and gestures on its panels.05 May 11:23 PM
New ZealandPolice investigate ‘suspected arson’ at Auckland McDonald's Police are carrying out a scene examination at the restaurant this morning. 05 May 08:51 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: What could the future hold for ex-Auckland Star site? Architects explain champion Te Arai home design'Somebody, please build something here – anything' debate on a site empty for 36 years. 05 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionNZ's biggest business park getting new hubAfter around 20 years of intensive development, the 109ha business park is now finished.04 May 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSportAlice Soper: How cross-code doubleheaders could be a game-changer for fansOpinion: Fans prefer earlier kick-off times and affordable food at matches.03 May 06:00 PM
Basketball'Transformative moment': Dame Lisa Carrington backs women's basketballHer involvement highlights increasing momentum for women's sports in NZ.03 May 06:00 PM
Travel newsWhy these adventures make the ultimate Mother's Day giftsSecure your favourite child status with these Mother's Day travel gifts.03 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand$6m Lotto Powerball draw unstruck, trio $333,000 richerThree players each won $333,333, sharing first division's $1m prize.03 May 08:00 AM
New ZealandBus driver stood down after alleged assault leads to deathPolice say the two men had previously interacted with each other.02 May 07:01 AM
TravelTurning 85? Air New Zealand might shout you a birthday reunion flightFor its birthday, Air NZ is running a flight competition for fellow 85-year-olds. 01 May 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Tragic outcome': Man dies after alleged daytime assault at Auckland bus stopA 34-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the incident.01 May 03:43 AM
BusinessSpark auctioning half its data centre business to fund $1b expansion push: reportSurf's up for the telco as its capital-raising effort comes to the sharp end.01 May 12:09 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPaul LewisOpinion: How Auckland's bureaucracy stifles stadium innovationThey want $300m, with half spent over 10 years, for the development.30 Apr 11:30 PM
New ZealandLiving next door to Lorde: Meet the tenant of a state home worth almost $4m'I feel privileged being in it. It’s very peaceful.'30 Apr 08:40 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyNZ's billion-dollar builders revealed as new king of construction emergesThe country's busiest commercial builder secured $1.2 billion of work last year.30 Apr 05:00 PM
BusinessWhy Te Arai dune house is a standoutA ferry terminal, hotels, waterfront apartments, eye-catching new homes: who won awards?30 Apr 10:00 AM
New ZealandNorth Island couple celebrate 'mind-boggling' $23m Lotto win with fish and chips on beach'I just blurted it out – we’ve won 23.3 million dollars!'28 Apr 09:54 PM
New ZealandCourt orders $10m Auckland mansion sale cancelled after fatal landslideBuyer and seller fought over whether sale should go ahead after home left on cliff edge.28 Apr 05:00 PM
Talanoa'The pain is beyond anything': Family mourn son lost to dengue feverMisiafa Lene, 12, died after contracting dengue fever in Samoa this month.28 Apr 06:27 AM
Auckland FCWatch: How Auckland FC's celebrations ended up at an Irish pubCoach Steve Corica joined the celebrations, sculling beer from the Premiers Plate.28 Apr 04:06 AM
New ZealandSticky situation: Ruru freed from notorious 'bird-catching tree'The bird was treated and cleaned at the Native Bird Recovery Centre.28 Apr 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessTwenty new buildings planned for Takapuna campground siteDetails are out with big plans for the much-loved beachfront site on the waterfront.28 Apr 02:00 AM
BusinessAuckland unit owner fined $7k for 'unsightly' bird feedingNeighbour gave evidence of droppings and effect of those on his use, enjoyment of place.27 Apr 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil GiffordPhil Gifford: How Super Rugby 2025 is captivating fans againOPINION: Super Rugby Pacific has been highly entertaining in 2025, with unexpected upsets.27 Apr 06:19 PM
New Zealand'People are working their hearts out': The struggle of Northland's workersOf Northland's workforce, 66% earn $50,000 or less annually.27 Apr 05:00 PM
Travel'Shorter queues': Auckland Airport's upgrades boost global rankingIt’s the third highest in the Australasia-Pacific region, behind Melbourne and Brisbane.26 Apr 10:48 PM
New ZealandWeather: New heavy rain watch for Auckland, more flooding in NorthlandAuckland and Northland are under heavy rain watches ahead of school starting tomorrow. 26 Apr 10:11 PM
EntertainmentActor Edwin Wright shares his favourite spots in AucklandEvery week we ask a well known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.26 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand17-hr thunderstorm threat: North braces for 'dynamic' weather, new flood riskNorthland is also looking at a 19-hour rain alert that won't lapse until 3pm Sunday.26 Apr 09:23 AM
New ZealandMotorway disruption: Tristram Ave on-ramp closed after crash, driver criticalThe State Highway 1 accident was reported at 6.22pm by NZTA.26 Apr 07:14 AM
New ZealandYoung person arrested after 'incident' on Auckland bus involving imitation gunPolice were called after a bus passenger was seen with what turned out to be a fake gun. 26 Apr 01:30 AM
New ZealandWatch: Tears as destruction at fire-ravaged recycling plant revealedThe plant was destroyed in massive blaze that sent toxic smoke across North Shore suburbs.25 Apr 11:09 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'Dust devil' mini tornado captured on camera at Auckland parkThe strange event was caught on camera and posted to TikTok. 25 Apr 10:15 PM