New Zealand'Disgusting': Serial abuser jailed for life after killing ex in front of her kidsNathan Boulter stabbed Chantal McDonald 55 times in the driveway of her Christchurch home.25 Feb 12:10 AM
BusinessKiwi-led Wayve raises $2.5b, reveals Uber will use its robotaxi techMicrosoft, Nvidia, host of major car-makers sign on to use the technology.25 Feb 12:01 AM
LifestyleAward-winning Auckland restaurant closing at SkyCity, relocatingSid Sahrawat's Cassia to close on June 5 and reopen in a new location in August.24 Feb 11:41 PM
Travel newsMid-air emergency sparked after pilots spot crack in Air NZ plane windscreen The plane from New Plymouth landed safely in Auckland. 24 Feb 10:53 PM
New ZealandHomelessness in Auckland drops 29% as advocates urge rethink on move-on powersRough sleepers without shelter fell to 668 in Auckland at the end of January.24 Feb 10:33 PM
AgribusinessBig harvest, big profit: Scales bets on apples and proteins for next growth waveScales Corp lifted annual profit to $101m as revenue surged 54% to $899.9m.24 Feb 10:14 PM
CrimeMan admits killing woman on bus by stabbing her 20 times after she ignored himDetails of the terrifying scene were made public for the first time today in Auckland.24 Feb 10:01 PM
EnergyMeridian swings to $227m profit as wind and hydro deliver bumper half-yearMeridian swung from a $121m loss to a $227m profit on strong hydro and wind.24 Feb 09:52 PM
AucklandVan driver rams patrol cars, runs red lights in ‘dangerous’, erratic dash through Manukau streetsThe 23-year-old will face a raft of charges in court today. 24 Feb 09:46 PM
White Ferns'It was a very special moment': HBJ title hero on cusp of White Ferns debutOff spinner Nensi Patel is one of two Northern Brave players called up.24 Feb 09:30 PM
New ZealandGourmet grocer Farro to open eighth supermarket in AucklandThe grocer will stock products from more than 500 local and overseas artisan suppliers.24 Feb 09:24 PM
New ZealandFarmers being cautious with profitsFarmers are funneling strong payouts into debt repayment and on-farm upgrades.24 Feb 09:06 PM
TelecommunicationsSpark to block 300 phones that can’t make emergency calls after 3G shutdownOwners of some models can fix the issue by installing a software update.24 Feb 08:49 PM
New Zealand'We will not tolerate this': Man hands himself in to police after person shot at front door Police say the man asked for the victim at the door before brandishing a firearm to shoot.24 Feb 08:03 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAI offers free 'trusted' health, NZ start-up raises $4.5m from US politician – Tech InsiderHeidi Evidence lets Kiwis seek ad-free, sourced medical advice without logging in.24 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandUK sanctions NZ insurer over alleged links to 'dark fleet' shipping Iranian, Russian oilIt comes after revelations that the firm had insured 'shadow fleet' vessels. 24 Feb 07:01 PM
New ZealandHighway shut for hours after fatal SH2 crashThe driver of the car died at the scene, police said this morning.24 Feb 06:20 PM
Lifestyle'I've pulled the finger at an 8-year-old. It happens': What people don't understand about Tourette'sOliver Dawson lives with Tourette's and says the community 'shouldn't have to hide away'.24 Feb 06:00 PM
SailGP'We all know the risks': Injured French sailor addresses Auckland SailGP crashFrance's Manon Audinet was one of two hospitalised after the crash with the Black Foils.24 Feb 05:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJosephine Bartley: Without law change, more fatal dog attacks will occurOPINION: Roaming dog complaints and reports of attacks have surged in Auckland since 2021.24 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Move-on orders are a temporary fix, not a long-term answerOPINION: The Government's move has the potential to cause more problems than it solves.24 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAucklandStudent hospitalised and board infighting over unsanctioned Fiji trip, statutory manager brought inThe ministry has appointed a limited statutory manager to stabilise the board.24 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandSpace to grow: New classrooms ease pressure on crowded schoolsStandardised designs have cut average classroom build costs by 28%.24 Feb 04:00 PM
CrimeSuppression lapses for murder defendant accused of 'unprovoked' bus stabbings'Gentle giant' Sefo Leger, 59, was stabbed within minutes of getting on the bus.24 Feb 07:00 AM
Crime‘It was either her or me': Man accused of killing his ex claims he was trying to protect his familyAnaru Morunga told police he was 'cooked as a cooked thing' and hearing voices.24 Feb 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Coldest air of the year': Incoming cold snap to send temperatures plungingTemperatures are forecast to fall into the mid-teens for much of the South Island.24 Feb 05:01 AM
Auckland'Too many cooks boiling the broth': Brown blasts AT as council plans roading takeoverCouncillors and Local Board members will take direct control of road decisions.24 Feb 05:00 AM
CrimeAccused claimed he was asleep before tourist's alleged pack rape. Then police showed him the videoProsecutors say a German backpacker was raped by three men after leaving a K Rd nightclub.24 Feb 04:59 AM
SportDrink-driving charge, ban and suspension for Kiwi AFL hopeful Mykelti LefauLefau’s licence has been revoked for 10 months after the weekend incident.24 Feb 04:42 AM
OpinionAlex PowellThe early release XIII: The best Warriors to not see out their contractsOPINION: A starting side of Warriors who did not fulfil their contractual requirements.24 Feb 04:06 AM
Talanoa'Elements of foul play': Police chief vows consequences over Fijian officer’s deathRacagi had worked on recent drug raids in Lami, though police see no link yet.24 Feb 04:03 AM
SailGPAmerica’s Cup v SailGP: How long can sailors compete in both?The 2026 calendar features 13 SailGP events and up to three America's Cup prelim regattas.24 Feb 04:01 AM
New ZealandHow experts want dog laws to change after another fatal attackDog-related injuries reached 29,220 in 2024-25, with 14,120 from bites.24 Feb 04:00 AM
Auckland'Never heard a bang like that in my life': Auckland cafe hit by car for second timeGlass shattered across the floor and tables as the car drove through two doors.24 Feb 04:00 AM