New ZealandWild weather ahead: Thunderstorms, gales and hail threaten North and South IslandsAuckland could receive 25mm of rain an hour and gusts up to 90km/h today.03 Oct 04:00 PM
AucklandUpdate on survivors as probe into Bucklands Beach fire continuesTwo people died and two were injured after flames tore through the home.03 Oct 07:07 AM
LifestylePromising sign for Auckland hospitality industry as dining institution is resurrectedVivace Restaurant & Bar was liquidated last Christmas. 03 Oct 06:10 AM
All Blacks'Mouldy Aussie': Australian paper called out for All Black blunderWilliams said he was a 'Mozzie', slang for a Māori living in Australia.03 Oct 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKerrin Leoni no-show: Auckland mayoral candidate pulls out of debate The candidate has frequently criticised Mayor Wayne Brown for not turning up.03 Oct 05:08 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisGregor PaulGregor Paul: How Jamie Joseph's presence looms over Razor's tenureScott Robertson’s All Blacks face five tough away tests in the next seven weeks.03 Oct 05:01 AM
LifestyleHow did Michelle Obama come to wear a cardigan from an Auckland label?For $520, you can too. 03 Oct 05:00 AM
CrimeMan escaped kidnapper after 90-minute ordeal when vehicle stopped at police checkpointBlade Herbert forced his way into the victim's home and demanded money.03 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandSimon Wilson talks to Auckland mayoral candidates Eric Chuah and Rob McNeilSimon Wilson sits down with independent mayoral candidate Eric Chuah and the Animal Justice Party's Rob McNeil. Video / Cameron PitneyWatch03 Oct 04:30 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessRich-lister controlled charity posts surplus after Govt funding boost to its childcare centresBestStart is the largest operator in the early childhood sector, with over 260 centres.03 Oct 04:24 AM
New ZealandMaple syrup meth case: Three men jailed for role in NZ's biggest border bustAll of the defendants were in their 20s at the time of the offending.03 Oct 04:06 AM
New ZealandBus driver honoured for bravery during LynnMall terror attackDriver received award after taking an injured victim to safety during the 2021 incident.03 Oct 03:28 AM
OpinionAuckland city square shuttered six years by City Rail Link to reopenCRL boss says refurbished Beresford Square set to be a “vibrant plaza” .03 Oct 03:28 AM
SportLooking for a date or mate? The sport that's become a social phenomenonFrom friendly meets to budding romances, the padel community is thriving in NZ.03 Oct 03:00 AM
EntertainmentPadel: The hit sport creating dates and mates across New ZealandMitchell Hageman gets a padel lesson from coach Jorge Goikoetxea to see what all the fuss is about. Video / Alyse WrightWatch03 Oct 03:00 AM
Crime'We’re waiting for you': Family's fresh plea on missing man Eloi's birthdayEloi Rolland vanished in 2020 after setting off on a walk towards Piha.03 Oct 02:07 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisMichael BurgessASB Classic: Govt $5m moves roof from grand vision to realityFriday feels like the moment when the roof project went from a vision to a reality.03 Oct 01:26 AM
EntertainmentWatch: Lorde shouts ‘Free f***ing Palestine’ during NYC concertThe singer had the stage lit up in red, white, and green during part of her performance.03 Oct 12:57 AM
New Zealand'Stop now': Retailer made to stop selling baby car seats over safety concernsPD Mart, a discount retailer, has recall notices in place and will offer refunds. 02 Oct 11:58 PM
AucklandMajor Henderson junction reopened, man in custody after 'threatening comments'Police responded to an incident at the intersection of Lincoln Rd and Sel Peacock Drive.02 Oct 11:47 PM
Politics'Blatant harrassment': Peters hits back at protesters outside his homeAbout 30 protesters chanted and drummed outside the Foreign Minister's Auckland home.02 Oct 11:23 PM
New Zealand'I was going to lose her': Mum suffers sudden aneurysm while putting children to bedJason Halloran was told to prepare for the worst before partner's condition stabilised.02 Oct 11:00 PM
AucklandSouthern Motorway four-vehicle crash causes heavy delays A police issue earlier caused a northbound lane on the Auckland Harbour Bridge to close. 02 Oct 10:39 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyQueenstown artificial glowworm cave wins consentInfluencer couple changed their original scheme and will plant a native beech forest.02 Oct 09:52 PM
New ZealandMayor bombarded with 1500 emails before sending 'f*** off' replyRatepayer lobby says profane response 'water off a duck's back'.02 Oct 09:50 PM
TennisGame, set and match: Govt $5m nets long-awaited roof for ASB Classic centre courtThe new roof is due for completion in 2027 with Tennis Auckland co-funding.02 Oct 09:27 PM
PremiumPremiumStock takesStock Takes: Which local firms could be next on the takeover list?Bremworth, Fonterra's Mainland and Restaurant Brands are all in play.02 Oct 08:00 PM
New Zealand'I'm just sort of honoured really': Recognition for decades of mahi in NorthlandTe Tai Tokerau advocates recognised for contributions to te reo Māori and whānau support.02 Oct 07:31 PM
New Zealand'In the thick of it': Thunderstorms, hail bring stormy end to school holidays for the northNorthland and Auckland could see squally thunderstorms and localised downpours.02 Oct 07:22 PM
New ZealandCambridge quarry plan heads to Environment Court The quarry, if approved, would extract up to 400,000 tonnes of sand annually.02 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandSurging violence, record numbers: What's driving the prison system 'crisis'?Assaults on prison staff have nearly doubled in the past seven years.02 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew Hooton: Why NZ’s fiscal future may hinge on new immigrantsOPINION: Treasury’s forecasts depend on a million more immigrants by 2050.02 Oct 04:00 PM
RacingMerlin has magic to overcome curse of the backmarkersTonight's Holmes D G Pace could be a rare exception to punting's new golden rule.02 Oct 04:00 PM
BusinessTesla full self-drive: Early Kiwi adopters wowed, but also suffer some bloopers The NZ version is branded ‘Supervised’, requiring an attentive driver at all times.02 Oct 04:00 PM
