PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAlleged fake Facebook accounts and claims of dirty politics, local politician files complaintA tale of alleged defamation, intimidation and abuse in Auckland's southern suburbs.19 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandTeachers' strike: Improving working conditions will improve learning conditions, union saysAbout 100,000 teachers and medical staff are expected to walk off the job this week.19 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAndrew Rogers: NCEA overhaul must confront deeper problems in educationOPINION: The review aims to stop schools 'gaming' the system by shifting to percentages.19 Oct 04:00 PM
RacingMick On Monday: Racing's day of drama followed by big decisionsA stunning day of horse racing raises questions of what next for numerous stars.19 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I'm flabbergasted I'm still here': Acclaimed Kiwi music star opens up on heroin, near-fatal waterfall plunge'I was a silly daredevil... [fascinated] with doing stuff that was super dangerous.'19 Oct 08:19 AM
New ZealandGusts up to 130km/h forecast across NZ as two 'significant' weather systems set to hitAlmost the entire country is in for a wild week of weather, MetService warns.19 Oct 06:03 AM
CrimeJudge rebukes paedophile's supporters: 'They need to take a hard look at themselves'Razz Edwards, 74, was jailed for his predatory behaviour towards two young girls.19 Oct 03:52 AM
LeagueWatch: Game-winning try sees Kiwi Ferns complete stunning comeback over Fetu SamoaThe Kiwi Ferns overcame a 20-point deficit to beat Fetu Samoa in Auckland.19 Oct 03:22 AM
New ZealandJailed couple struggling with mortgages after toddler's death end up in legal battleThey produced a document in support of their case but it was fabricated.19 Oct 01:00 AM
TravelEmbracing the slow rhythm of a Samoan SundayIt's a steady and unhurried day, pulsing with music, food and faith.18 Oct 11:00 PM
New Zealand'There were hundreds of flies': Auckland rental left covered in urine, dog poo and rubbishThe property manager could barely enter the home due to the smell.18 Oct 11:00 PM
WorldWorld’s banking system risks a $4.5t shock from the shadowsTraders fear problems in America’s private credit market could spread to Europe.18 Oct 07:27 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentFor Today again: Netherworld Dancing Toys classic revived after 40 yearsNick Sampson: "I said no for two months ... would it just sound like a bad cover?"18 Oct 07:00 PM
Travel newsTravel Alerts: NZ's 19 Michelin-level hotels, luxury giveaways, rose festivals and moreKeep up with travel this week.18 Oct 06:15 PM
New Zealand'Otherwise we are complicit': Partner of fatal dog attack victim urges public to speak upPensioner had 'very accepting nature' but complacency about mate's dogs proved fatal.18 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Te Pāti Māori has vaporised its chances of being in govtAn internal email alleged Mariameno Kapa-Kingi overspent $133,000 of funds.18 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Aucklanders will struggle to forget and forgive the lockdown daysOPINION: We have to ensure we learn from the decisions that were made during Covid.18 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Carnage': Family upset as slaughterhouse on wheels starts up next door Homeowner says mobile abattoirs could be coming next door to you as new model rolls out. 18 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Haunts me': Why an Auckland MP is speaking out about the impact of Covid-19 lockdownHe says those outside of Auckland don't appreciate the impact it had.18 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentMusician David Ward's favourite places in AucklandEvery week we ask a well known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.18 Oct 04:00 PM
TalanoaMaster tattooist warns of botched jobs as ACC claims top 500 per yearChoose carefully: Some tattoos have become so infected amputation was threatened.18 Oct 04:00 PM
PoliticsPort Waikato MP Andrew Bayly on the impact of Covid lockdown on AucklandersHe says many people outside of Auckland don’t understand the impact it had on locals. Video / Mark MitchellWatch18 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMicrochip miracle: Cat missing for 11 months found nearly 100km from home Willow vanished from Wellsford nearly a year ago before resurfacing in Dargaville.18 Oct 08:27 AM
Auckland FCAuckland FC start season with gritty draw in MelbourneIn a tight match of few big chances, Auckland FC had the best of them. 18 Oct 08:20 AM
NPCCanterbury book NPC final spot after big win over Hawke's BayCanterbury have scored four second half tries to storm into the NPC finals against Otago.18 Oct 08:00 AM
New ZealandAre you $23m richer? The numbers are in for tonight’s Lotto draw If a single player wins tonight, they will be among the top major Lotto winners this year.18 Oct 07:06 AM
LifestyleYour Grace no longer: What Prince Andrew's royal surrender means for FergieThe King's brother is giving up his titles after stepping back from palace duties in 2020.18 Oct 06:29 AM
New ZealandNearly half of Auckland’s special votes discarded after record turnoutAuckland Council says 4162 special votes were ruled invalid after checks.18 Oct 03:49 AM
New Zealand'No one has turned up': Traffic control opens late and delays flightPassengers were forced to wait on the tarmac at Nelson Airport for nearly 30 minutes.18 Oct 03:04 AM
New ZealandOne hurt in four-vehicle on Auckland’s Southern MotorwayPolice said the crash caused heavy traffic on parts of the motorway network around Epsom.18 Oct 02:50 AM
Entertainment'Obviously very unwell': Fans concerned at singer's erratic NZ shows ahead of final gigThe musician had earlier apologised for a chaotic Melbourne concert that left fans upset.18 Oct 02:01 AM
New Zealand'Old and dingy': Property set for demolition instead used as unlawful, crowded boarding houseThe owner has now been ordered to pay the boarding house's head tenant more than $9k.18 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandMud Maidens: Sell-out women's event hits Rotorua trailsThe women-only event drew 140 riders aged 11 to 59 from across the North Island.18 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandOne dead, two injured after Port Waikato boat capsizeThree people were pulled from the water and airlifted to separate hospitals.18 Oct 12:03 AM
