New Zealand'He lived it the way he wanted': Barefoot Bill's legacy celebratedTributes pour in for Bill Elliott, a beloved icon of Russell.25 Aug 03:10 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionElliott SmithOpinion: Why Scott Robertson needs to make an SOS call to an All Blacks veteranThree top halfbacks are likely out for the tests against the Springboks.25 Aug 02:55 AM
New ZealandPolice seek man over assaults on elderly, robbery outside supermarketTwo elderly victims were attacked at Woolworths Hobsonville. 25 Aug 02:45 AM
New ZealandWoman given bail after newborn baby’s body found in Albert Park, AucklandA woman has been given bail without plea after a dead newborn baby was found in Albert Park.Watch25 Aug 02:20 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBritish view: Ruby Tui is the rugby pundit we never knew we neededOPINION: The former Black Fern looked every inch the seasoned broadcaster.25 Aug 02:00 AM
PoliticsWatch: Christopher Luxon says he does not direct Reserve Bank on rate cutsThe Prime Minister earlier said he gives his 'reckons' to the Governor.25 Aug 01:59 AM
New ZealandOnline privacy and public shaming: What you need to knowPosting another person’s image online can have real world consequences.25 Aug 01:28 AM
New ZealandWoman surrenders passport, given bail after newborn baby's body found in park A 36-year-old woman appeared in Auckland District Court today. 25 Aug 01:25 AM
AucklandLaw student wins court case against Auckland Transport over ‘unlawful’ speed bumps A judge ruled that AT failed to genuinely consider the impact on drivers.25 Aug 01:05 AM
New Zealand'Very severe': Tarmac medical event disrupts Auckland flightsPassengers on one plane were stuck on the tarmac for nearly an hour.25 Aug 01:05 AM
Kahu'Appalling racist language': Race Relations Commissioner slams police emailRace Relations Commissioner condemns three recent incidents of "vile racist abuse".25 Aug 01:00 AM
EntertainmentNick Cave and The Bad Seeds to play two Wellington shows in 2026The Australian band will skip Auckland and play the capital's TSB Arena.25 Aug 12:40 AM
AirlinesFlight attendants lose dismissal case over Covid vaccine mandateSix Air NZ attendants were dismissed in 2021 for not getting vaccinated.25 Aug 12:36 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyVector takes $37m impairment over gas uncertaintyVector's adjusted earnings rose 16% to $401.1m in the June year.25 Aug 12:28 AM
New Zealand$37m of meth seized after 'dry run' linked to Killer BeezThe 124kg seized could have caused $129.9m in social harm, police said. 25 Aug 12:15 AM
SailGP30% bigger: Changes coming for SailGP's return to AucklandSir Russell Coutts said Auckland was designed for close-to-shore stadium racing.24 Aug 11:30 PM
PremiumPremiumTelecommunicationsChorus returns to profit, sees stronger FY2026UFB network operator updates on potential new projects, consults on $28/month plan.24 Aug 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeReserve Bank doubles Auckland office space just as staff redundancies hitThe bank plans to cut 142 roles, including 35 currently vacant positions.24 Aug 10:13 PM
New ZealandYoung father with baby on way dies in sand dune collapse at Muriwai BeachKane Watson was at the beach enjoying day out with his young family when tragedy struck.24 Aug 09:50 PM
All BlacksWhat went wrong for All Blacks in historic loss to PumasThere is plenty for the All Blacks to address before hosting the Springboks at Eden Park. 24 Aug 07:28 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil GiffordPhil Gifford: The coaching guru who could help the ABs after Pumas wake-up callWith the Boks beating the Wallabies in Cape Town, the Rugby Championship is wide open.24 Aug 07:01 PM
New ZealandAuckland woman missing for 10 days found safeThe 33-year-old was reported missing from Three Kings on August 15.24 Aug 06:54 PM
Racing'It was sore': Top jockey Craig Grylls on injury setbackCraig Grylls fractured his right middle finger in a trackwork incident.24 Aug 06:00 PM
ChristchurchSchool vandalism costs soar to $57m, calls for Govt action intensifyThe ministry set aside $9.7m for repairs this year, up 17% from 2020.24 Aug 05:56 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessSmall Business: Real Fencing founder’s accidental journey to nationwide successRonnie Seiler talks to Tom Raynel about his nationwide construction business Real Fencing.24 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow NZ is tackling the surge in illegal tobacco smugglingIllegal cigarettes in Australia now make up half of all sales.24 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSenior police paint damning picture of new cops ‘barely’ equipped for basic dutiesTraining changes are planned, with a review already underway.24 Aug 05:00 PM
Lifestyle'Surreal': Northland dad dedicates award-winning beer to ‘cheeky’ sheep MyrtleA dark lager from Heaven's Brewery is one of the New World Beer & Cider Awards' Top 25.24 Aug 04:59 PM
New ZealandWatch: 4WD crashes through bike shelter, plunges into sea off Waiheke ferry terminalA pensioner was fined for drink driving after a crash that also mangled bikes and railing.24 Aug 06:54 AM
Sport'My world was stuck in grey': Naomi Osaka shares post-partum depression strugglesThe former world No 1 has revealed details of her upcoming documentary. 24 Aug 06:43 AM
New ZealandNewborn baby found dead in central Auckland parkPolice are speaking to a woman believed to be the baby's mother. 24 Aug 04:45 AM
New ZealandAir NZ flight diverted to New Plymouth due to system alertFlight NZ5509 landed safely at 12.38pm, greeted by emergency services.24 Aug 04:38 AM
Crime501 who shot mate's attacker in the gut says he was provoked, but judge disagreesShortly after fleeing a group of masked men, Edward Sasulu returned with a shotgun.24 Aug 04:26 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismDrifter Hotels investing $22m in new Auckland, Wellington sitesLA Co group CEO Luke Moran is planning to open two new locations in New Zealand next year.24 Aug 03:00 AM
