New ZealandBoatie fined $3000 after boat capsizes, trapping pair underneath in ill-fated Raglan Bar crossingOfficials warn of serious risks in crossing sandbars during fishing trips.27 Aug 09:07 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGrades keep rising at our universities. What should we do about it?OPINION: The reason for improving grades at universities worldwide is largely unexplained.27 Aug 09:00 PM
AucklandBad Santa: Firm that placed predator teacher in malls defends record, launches reviewFisher was jailed this month for indecent assault and making objectionable material. 27 Aug 08:30 PM
EntertainmentNZ's longest-running music and arts festival returns for 2026 summerOrganisers failed to break even in 2024, prompting a fallow year.27 Aug 08:00 PM
New ZealandWeather: ‘Fingers of fog’ grip Auckland before 'potent front' takes holdThere is a chance of thunderstorms, small hail and surface flooding.27 Aug 07:42 PM
New ZealandThe big boast only one Bay of Plenty restaurant can makeThe new award puts the Mount Maunganui wine bar in the 'top 40' of NZ, its owner says.27 Aug 07:24 PM
TravelTravel expert busts popular myth about campervan travelThe most common hurdle stopping travellers may not be true. 27 Aug 06:57 PM
New ZealandThe Kiwi name atop the F1 world: 'It was a gradual realisation ... Daddy wasn't coming home'Amanda McLaren on losing dad Bruce in a circuit crash at 4 – and his inspiring legacy.27 Aug 06:27 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandProfessional fundraiser on how she got Kiwis to donate $16m for overseas projectJenni Giblin is something of a fundraising phenomenon.27 Aug 06:00 PM
RacingHorse racing: Soggy start hinders Mark Twain’s Melbourne Cup ambitionsOne of New Zealand's few potential Melbourne Cup reps may miss his lead-up race this week.27 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShannon Walsh: Are charter schools a stain on the Government’s claims to fiscal responsibility?OPINION: Charter sponsors can now get 20-year contracts, up from 10 years.27 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandLucky, lucky, lucky – NZ man gets three kidney transplants over 40 years John Kearns received his first transplant in 1987, thanks to his sister Liz.27 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: First look at Taika Waititi and Brad Pitt's secret Queenstown collaborationPlus, rich-listers expecting a baby, the Kiwi equestrian glamour couple taking on Europe.27 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ housing affordability best since pre-Covid, report findsLower mortgage rates and steady income growth have helped improve housing affordability.27 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Extraordinary' claims: Trump touts relationship with Kim Jong UnDonald Trump wants a meeting with the North Korean leader later this year.27 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Northland needs commitment and investment, not charityOPINION: It could also be a powerhouse region.27 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow much do you need to comfortably buy a Kiwi house?Find out where to buy the least and most affordable NZ properties. 27 Aug 05:00 PM
Freight and logistics'Defining year': Port of Auckland's profit jump and future plansThe port's underlying net profit rose 55% to $85.4 million in 2025.27 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAucklandWoman's death beneath 330kg gate at luxury Akl home deemed tragic accidentWorkSafe report found young German died from 'traumatic asphyxia' at Westmere home.27 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyThe CBD retail area with the highest percentage of empty shops in NZYet the 13% is an improvement on last year, when a startling 16.5% of shops were empty.27 Aug 05:00 PM
TravelHow to savour Fiji’s diverse experiences From surfing to rugby and diving, here's how to enjoy Fiji’s sporty side. 27 Aug 08:00 AM
New Zealand'He just lost his grip': Friend of Auckland Anniversary flooding victim describes rescue effort David Young, 58, was swept away during the Auckland Anniversary floods in January 2023.27 Aug 07:03 AM
New ZealandMan accused of Whangārei park murder dies while awaiting trialDuwaine Johnstone, 63, was accused of murdering Yvonne Chapman in Whangārei.27 Aug 07:02 AM
PremiumPremiumSharesMarket close: Earnings rollercoaster as Channel shines, Restaurant Brands strugglesChannel Infrastructure had another good day, climbing 0.89% to $2.26.27 Aug 06:05 AM
New ZealandWatch: Drink-driving pensioner crashes airborne into water, bystanders rush to helpBystanders threw life rings and climbed down to the water to help the woman.27 Aug 06:05 AM
New Zealand'Great musical legacy': Tribute to Herbs keyboard player Tama LundonLundon co-wrote the band’s big hit Long Ago with Willie Hona.27 Aug 05:40 AM
New ZealandWitness lashes out in Mongrel Mob president's murder trial: 'I don’t want to be here'Henry Mau'u swore in court, refusing to answer questions.27 Aug 04:32 AM
New ZealandPartner of Auckland mum who died with newborn baby jailed for raping teenagerEmerald Tai and her newborn died of sepsis in March 2020.27 Aug 04:12 AM
AucklandHarbour bridge crash causing snarls across motorway networkCommuters should expect delays and take extra care when driving across the bridge.27 Aug 04:08 AM
PoliticsMike King’s role within Govt-funded charity I Am Hope unclearMental health advocate's charity was given $24m over four years by the Government. 27 Aug 04:08 AM
New Zealand'Ride free': Tributes for decorated Kiwi cop killed in US motorbike crash Detective Sergeant Brian Woodcock died in a crash in Arizona on August 18.27 Aug 04:02 AM
New ZealandKFC doubles down in Hastings with second restaurantThe new KFC could replace the closed Vege Shed, and not everyone's happy.27 Aug 03:51 AM
LifestyleClaudia Li runway show at New Zealand Fashion WeekClaudia Li's runway show at New Zealand Fashion Week. Video / Alyse WrightWatch27 Aug 03:06 AM
New ZealandKrispy Kreme store accused of endangering local catsAwhi Mai Cat Rescue accuse the Krispy Kreme store of tampering with the cats' food. 27 Aug 01:38 AM
