Travel newsDiscover wearable art in Auckland, rare penguins in Otago and free kayaking in NYCFrom eco escapes to fiery red wines, here’s what to explore this week.31 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGang patch ban: Police reveal how many charges, patches seizedPolice say gangs have largely complied, reducing public fear and intimidation.31 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Town v Country – Big cities left behind in economic recoveryOPINION: A two-speed economy is developing which could cause headaches for the RBNZ.31 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyBlues blitz Waratahs to keep playoff hopes alive A Rieko Ioane hat-trick powers the Blues to a dominant bonus-point win.31 May 06:33 AM
Super RugbyBlues v Waratahs recap: Rieko Ioane scores hat-trick in big winThe Blues now await the result of Moana Pasifika's clash with the Hurricanes. 31 May 06:28 AM
New ZealandCouple's renovation dream almost derailed by court's error in $8k window disputeThey won a case over incorrect window sizes but the decision had 'serious errors'.31 May 06:00 AM
New ZealandFur Patrol hit back at Bishop's 'what a load of crap' Stan Walker remarksSeymour suggested people shouldn't be concerned about others expressing views on art.31 May 05:53 AM
New ZealandMan arrested after exposing himself near West Auckland high schoolPolice are investigating two concerning incidents near West Auckland schools.31 May 04:35 AM
New ZealandWatch: Hooded man storms field, punches player in schoolboy rugby gamePolice say the behaviour is not acceptable and they are making inquiries. 31 May 03:13 AM
Warriors'Wouldn’t change it for the world': Metcalf embraces fatherhoodThe Warriors halfback was leading the Dally M voting when it went behind closed doors.31 May 02:00 AM
New ZealandWoman dies after water-related incident at East Auckland beachPolice said they understood the woman was with a group of people who were canoeing.31 May 01:06 AM
PremiumPremiumHealthcareHealthcare turf war: The tussle for public funds in the business of general practiceFamily practice funding feud: a fight for public money.31 May 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSteven JoyceSteven Joyce: AI is key to unlocking New Zealand's economic potentialOPINION: AI offers huge opportunities amid current economic challenges.30 May 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Get out of my house and out of my life': Landlord to tenant after bad haircutA bad haircut sparked violence and furious text messages, landing a landlord in court. 30 May 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentGarage stories: Comedian Courtney Dawson’s baby sister steps into the limelightThe youngest in a family of performers is about to make her debut with Black Grace.30 May 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Dangerous and stupid': Levin boy racers run over woman’s legs, set diesel alight on streetPolice condemn behaviour as 'incredibly reckless' and vow to arrest all those involved.30 May 08:42 PM
PremiumPremiumRugbyHow NZ Rugby plans to tackle Gen Z engagement challengesDavid Kirk says rugby's main challenge is engaging young Kiwis.30 May 06:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFormer cop's dying regret over 50yo Mona Blades mysteryMona Blades disappeared while hitch-hiking from Hamilton to Hastings on May 31, 1975.30 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHealth NZ approves company's bid to become its own primary health organisationAbout 80,000 enrolled patients will move to the new Health NZ contract by July 1.30 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand130km/h winds, 6m waves forecast for long weekend across NZMetService predicts calmer conditions on Monday, ideal for outdoor activities.30 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFresh inquiries: Posh doggy daycare Pets and Pats' new base lacks resource consentFresh from court, Pets and Pats is facing new questions as neighbours let loose.30 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Spiritual crisis': Pastor fined for building unconsented church, Christian group millions in debtThe church faces $80,000 in fines, has more than $2m debt, and faces calls to sack pastor.30 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Government must do better with school lunchesOPINION: If we're going to spend millions on them, then we need to do them properly.30 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Load of crap': Chris Bishop's rant during Stan Walker performanceThe Cabinet minister was seen with a bottle and was soon confronted by Don McGlashan.30 May 09:57 AM
Sport'Since when is that a crime?': Fighter defends backyard boutsThe event offered a $50,000 cash prize and featured 30 fights in an hour.30 May 07:45 AM
LifestyleHow a jar of Auckland hummus became a comedian's tour highlight'We kind of had a joke – should we take him some hummus?'30 May 06:41 AM
New Zealand'Block the pigs': Police brace for boy racer 'invasion' a year on from Levin violenceThe Police Minister, despite an event organiser's abuse, says his cops are ready to act. 30 May 06:17 AM
RetailNew retailer The Outlet set to open next weekThe Outlet opens on June 3 online and in store, offering off-price retail.30 May 05:18 AM
New ZealandCustoms seize $25.8m in drugs at Auckland AirportCustoms seized 67.8kg of meth and 1.1kg of cocaine found in duffel bags last night.30 May 05:15 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPaul LewisPaul Lewis: Legal action becoming a more likely prospect in AmCup power struggleOPINION: The latest backlash from challengers feels like a play for more power. 30 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandMotorways clogged as holidaymakers flee city for long weekendA crash on the Southern Motorway is causing delays for southbound traffic. 30 May 04:37 AM
New Zealand'She bolted': Father's plea after suspicious man approaches 11yo near schoolsPolice are investigating two incidents near West Auckland schools.30 May 04:00 AM
New ZealandAuckland Museum to lose more than $450k in revenue from asbestos closureThe museum estimated it was losing an average of $19,000 a day.30 May 03:13 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailCraft beer firesale: ASB recovers funds, but other creditors face $1.4m lossDeep Creek liquidators investigate debtor balances amid big shortfall for creditors.30 May 03:00 AM
