CrimeJury rejects self-defence claim after ‘execution-style’ Queen St shooting, gunman guilty of murderThe defence said he had been subject to a brutal group attack prior to firing. 26 Feb 02:59 AM
New Zealand'Moto mad little boy': Young motocross rider dies after head injury during raceA family member described him as 'a special little guy to our family'.26 Feb 12:56 AM
PoliticsWatch: ‘Not necessarily a headlock’ – Goldsmith details new citizens' arrest powersThe announcement comes amid a rise in retail crime.26 Feb 12:52 AM
Retail$100m Highland Park Pak’nSave boosting trolley stock as more than 5700 people pour in'We had people lined up with trolleys before the ribbon was even cut,' says store owner.26 Feb 12:24 AM
EntertainmentKiwi actor Bruce Hopkins poised to do 69 backflips in ‘Brownie’s Pool' - and it’s all for charity'It’s like being a kid again, you know, it’s just so joyful throwing yourself in the air.'25 Feb 11:17 PM
CrimeConvictions overturned, charges dropped against ex-CYF carer accused of sexually abusing boysHe ran a home that cared for 150 boys. Jurors found him guilty of abusing five of them.25 Feb 11:01 PM
BusinessVector CEO Simon Mackenzie to step downThe veteran Vector boss will stand down at the end of June.25 Feb 10:42 PM
CrimePolice seize assault rifles, ammo cache in Auckland home, two gang members arrestedTwo TwoEight Brotherhood members face 10 charges each in Manukau District Court today.25 Feb 10:21 PM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsPort of Auckland cashes in on performance U-turn to double net profitGrowth investment plans will enable bigger ships to visit and boost the cruise industry.25 Feb 10:15 PM
New Zealand‘Fewer thugs trying it on’: Shopper who did botched citizen’s arrest backs law changeJustice Minister to announce change making citizen's arrest easier later today. 25 Feb 09:36 PM
Crime‘Very big loss’: $40k security fails to stop ram raid on store, two arrestedPolice are looking for a third person who ran off after crashing into a fence. 25 Feb 07:07 PM
EducationEleven days of butter chicken: Principals report more problems with school lunchesSchools meet with catering area manager, but still no clear solutions to lunch issues.25 Feb 07:04 PM
UFCHooker withdraws from UFC 313 fightDan Hooker has been forced to withdraw from the highly anticipated UFC 313 bout.25 Feb 06:01 PM
KahuWhy Te Matatini’s global potential excites the Finance MinisterŌpotiki Mai Tawhiti's performance honoured past members, including Ricky Mitai.25 Feb 05:38 PM
New Zealand‘Total chaos’: Customers at Auckland’s new Pak’nSave face hour-long queuesThe $100 million supermarket opened its doors at 7.30am.25 Feb 05:05 PM
CrimeFrom kindy teacher to drug mule - Mr Asia: A Forgotten HistoryInside the heroin syndicate, young professionals rubbed shoulders with career criminals.25 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMayor Brown calls for halt on $60.5m Auckland city centre projectThe road works are for a temporary cycleway and bus stop.25 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Andrew Bayly got off lightlyOPINION: 'There is no place for this sort of behaviour in the workplace.'25 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsNew citizen’s arrest powers to be announced amid rise in retail theftThe Government is expected to announce the new powers later today.25 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Be vigilant’: Topless, ‘pants down’ man in car performs indecent act towards teenPolice are seeking sightings of the offender's vehicle.25 Feb 07:22 AM
New ZealandTenant trashed property, leaving ‘mountain of rubbish’ and $30k in repairsThe landlord says it took four people four days to clear the rubbish from the property.25 Feb 07:00 AM
KahuHow a $48.7m boost is shaping the future of kapa hakaFinance Minister Nicola Willis received a rock star welcome at Te Matatini's opening day.25 Feb 05:31 AM
Auckland FCWhy Auckland FC threaten to rival Blues, Warriors as records keep tumblingThree of the Black Knights' nine home games were sellouts at Go Media Stadium.25 Feb 04:00 AM
New Zealand‘Brought to its knees’: Employee’s $500k theft forces business to foldElizabeth Donohue used the money on jewellery, gifts, debt, and holidays.25 Feb 02:28 AM
New ZealandPhil Twyford’s office targeted in rubbish dump, MP claims link to Destiny criticismBroken glass, takeaway wraps and rotting household rubbish blocked office entrance.25 Feb 01:39 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Too much change at once’: Ryman CEO Naomi James on $1b raise to cut debtWeekly fees non-fixed, keeping 30% instead of 20%: Key Ryman changes from October 1, 2024.25 Feb 01:00 AM
WarriorsThe planning behind Warriors’ flight that sold out in 17 minsA special Air NZ flight takes 300 Warriors fans to Las Vegas tonight.24 Feb 11:55 PM
New Zealand‘A really precious thing’: New owners rally for Rotorua Supper ClubThe Supper Club event supports two Ronald McDonald Family Retreats in Rotorua.24 Feb 11:00 PM
New Zealand‘Absolute moron’: E-scooter rider on motorway metres from high-speed trafficThe scooter travelled a short section on the motorway holding up vehicles unable to pass. 24 Feb 10:36 PM
New ZealandPolice name man who died in Far North crashPolice are still investigating the single vehicle crash in the Far North.24 Feb 09:57 PM
Kahu‘Kapa haka is in my DNA’: Loreen Henare on her cultural journeyShe became a cultural ambassador, touring globally with New Zealand delegations.24 Feb 09:14 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismTourism Holdings reports revenue growth as profit declinesTourism Holdings has revealed its half-year results, with a steep decline in profit.24 Feb 09:13 PM
New Zealand‘I laid out crystal-clear expectations’: PM got assurance from Bayly he would behaveBayly gone after putting hand on staffer's arm. Four months ago, he called man a loser. 24 Feb 08:54 PM
BusinessProperty For Industry pushes profit up 36%Optimistic outlook released for final half of the 2025 year, 'signs of recovery emerging'.24 Feb 08:41 PM
