Kahu‘Phenomenal’: Te Matatini hailed by First Nations visitorsThirty First Nations people from Canada joined the festival in New Plymouth.27 Feb 10:57 PM
New ZealandFormer Caskeeters undertaker pleads guilty to misconduct charges relating to burialsFiona Bakulich, who appeared on the popular TV show, faced 14 charges. 27 Feb 10:09 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessSummerset may ban non-residents receiving care in its hospitalsSummerset has 28 villages with hospital and resthome-level care.27 Feb 09:27 PM
New ZealandOwners of Whakaari/White Island have company’s conviction quashedThe volcano's deadly eruption killed 22 and seriously injured 25.27 Feb 09:26 PM
New Zealand'Might require self-defence classes': Retailers have mixed feelings on new Govt crime measures'Usually, shoplifters just come, take what they want, and walk away.'27 Feb 09:09 PM
WarriorsWatch: Warriors star’s Grand Canyon adventure ahead of NRL openerThe most unlikely setting for a Warriors pre-match interview in the club’s history.27 Feb 08:37 PM
New ZealandCrash closes busy Ōtara road at rush hour, motorcyclist critcally injured The Serious Crash Unit is examining the scene near Wymondley Rd.27 Feb 07:23 PM
New ZealandHonouring Mason's legacy: Taking on a 50cc scooter ride from Napier to Wellington for a departed mate'Mason was the type of guy who would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it.'27 Feb 05:43 PM
New Zealand1995 to 2025: Best friends and co-owners of Hamilton's Rocket Coffee earn spot in global listNever having drunk it before he was unaware that “coffee doesn’t come all ready to drink”.27 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandTop businessman pulled face-down from surf ahead of TV appearanceRescuers performed CPR and used a defibrillator before the man was airlifted to hospital.27 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMarch rush: Why Auckland traffic woes hit hardest this seasonMarch marks the end of summer holidays with schools and universities resuming.27 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionDesley Simpson: Why we need a bed tax to ensure Auckland’s vibrant events futureOPINION: The issue we face as a city is that attracting events doesn’t come cheap.27 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsMayoral races heat up: Can Whanau and Brown get a second term?First-term mayors in our biggest cities have all confirmed they're up for round two.27 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsCitizens' arrest restraining powers ‘very problematic’ - legal expertOne retailer says the Government hasn't learned from the death of a dairy manager in 2022.27 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandAlert for GPs as drug-resistant ringworm strain emerges in NZRecently-emerged, treatment-resistant type of ringworm detected in NZ for the first time.27 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Unbelievable pain’: Simpson announces shingles infection'I feel as if I have a hedgehog taped to my face,' says Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson.27 Feb 07:19 AM
New Zealand‘Thought it was a bomb’: Victim suffered laceration, broken ribs in Queen St falling debris incidentA woman was injured by falling masonry, causing head and rib injuries.27 Feb 07:08 AM
New ZealandLive at the St James: Auckland Council approves funding for iconic venueDowntown Auckland's St James Theatre has finally been given a new lease of life. 27 Feb 06:03 AM
New Zealand‘Dangerous and reckless’: Police escort mining company truck away from protestersThe protesters dismissed mining company OceanaGold's description, saying it was 'low-key'.27 Feb 05:17 AM
New ZealandA really uplifting storyA bra swap in Auckland collected items to distribute to women in need.27 Feb 03:45 AM
New ZealandWatch: Auckland driver’s wild wrong-way shortcutVideo of the bold and legally questionable manoeuvre was shared online.27 Feb 02:16 AM
New ZealandAuckland Transport ‘upset’ after person struck by bus, rushed to hospitalA section of Church St was briefly closed while emergency services responded.27 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandLabour MP calls for David Seymour’s sacking over school lunch programmeAssociate Education Minister claims the revamped scheme will save $170 million overall.27 Feb 01:37 AM
New ZealandPolice car rammed, attempted carjacking - offenders flee at high speed across AucklandA pair fled at high speed from Greenlane to Manurewa, got arrested after fleeing on foot. 27 Feb 01:22 AM
Racing$30 greyhounds bet nets Auckland punter $776k windfall Chef’s Mate had the longest odds, paying $13 in Race 8.27 Feb 12:59 AM
Education‘Cost-saving’ lunch scheme under fire: Principals urge acting PM to return to old systemPrincipals list issues like small portions, late deliveries, and burned and unsealed food.27 Feb 12:10 AM
New ZealandAre private schools better than public schools in New Zealand?The judge ruled in favour of St Cuthbert’s, citing its support for learning disabilities.26 Feb 10:39 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessHealth tech software firm collapsed owing around $1mDirector says pandemic, loss of biggest client triggered collapse.26 Feb 09:48 PM
WarriorsWatch: On board with 300 Warriors fans flying to Las VegasShaun Johnson helped serve dinner on the flight, surprising fans.26 Feb 07:33 PM
CrimeDowntown Auckland brawl leaves man seriously injured, police investigatingCCTV footage is being reviewed to identify those involved.26 Feb 06:35 PM
New Zealand‘It’s awful’: Auckland schools cut back on uneaten free lunchesTwo Auckland schools cut lunch orders due to students not eating them.26 Feb 05:55 PM
Kahu‘A huge moment’: Te Matatini’s cultural impact on TaranakiMore than 70,000 visitors are expected in New Plymouth during Te Matatini.26 Feb 04:58 PM
Racing'Quite remarkable': Aussie giants join NZ's $9m Champions DayPerfumist is one of the Australian-trained gallopers coming to Ellerslie for the NZB Kiwi.26 Feb 04:23 PM
New ZealandAuckland councillors start revealing re-election plans - but others stay tight-lippedMany councillors are still weighing their options on whether they'll run.26 Feb 04:00 PM
