New Zealand'Starting to thaw': Early signs of economic recovery in new Westpac surveyFewer firms are cutting staff, though most remain cautious about new hiring.14 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan drove wrong way across Akl, aimed gun at ex. Judge left 'holding my breath' after day of mayhemKingi Karanga is considered an “undue risk” and must remain in prison. 14 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland shopper's butter shock: 'There was mould all over it'A Foodstuffs spokesperson said they had identified some quality issues with a few batches.14 Oct 04:00 PM
RacingLegarto peaking at right time for spring Grand Final at EllerslieMatamata mares look ready for final leg of spring Triple Crown at Ellerslie on Saturday.14 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandUS Marshals offer reward for capture of Kiwi criminal in 400kg drug plotMarc Patrick Johnson, 59, is on the run after escaping a DEA undercover sting in Romania.14 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentIf I bought everything Taylor Swift is trying to sell, this is what it would costBeing Taylor Swift is big business. And being a fan feels like an expensive hobby.14 Oct 07:02 AM
New ZealandAir NZ flight to Taupō diverted after midair engineering alertPilots turned back after a system alert prompted safety checks mid‑flight.14 Oct 06:37 AM
BusinessAir New Zealand and Air Chathams team upA one-stop shop is opening for some flyers wanting to get around regional New Zealand.14 Oct 06:12 AM
LeagueKiwis recall championship experience for Pacific Championships opener against SamoaThe Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns have named their sides for their Pacific Championships openers.14 Oct 05:55 AM
New Zealand'Huge loss': Tributes flow for NZ's James and Isey film star who died at 106The beloved kuia from James and Isey has died peacefully at her Kawakawa home.14 Oct 04:30 AM
Wellington'Pretty toxic environment': Tory Whanau reflects on election loss, eyes overseas move'It certainly wouldn’t be forever, I would plan on coming back.'14 Oct 03:53 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJamie EnsorTe Pāti Māori internal chaos: How the party has collapsed into controversy and infighting A year ago, it was riding high. Now internal tensions in the caucus are boiling over.14 Oct 03:52 AM
LifestyleTravel influencers call Auckland train trip their 'worst' yet, AT sets record straightAuckland Transport says the pair travelled during 'once-in-a-generation' rail upgrades. 14 Oct 03:16 AM
BusinessWindows 10 Q&A: How can I get security updates for another year, for free?A stay of execution, for most.14 Oct 02:28 AM
New ZealandAuckland’s yum cha restaurants running out of steamOwners say rising costs and fewer diners are pushing them to the brink.14 Oct 02:11 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Deeply saddened': Award-winning Ponsonby restaurant in liquidation after 16 yearsThe restaurant has been a fixture on the Ponsonby scene since 2009.14 Oct 02:08 AM
AucklandTransport officials investigate why bus crashed into New Lynn station All bus stops reopened at 5am after crews cleared the damaged vehicle.14 Oct 01:10 AM
New ZealandWatch: Hooded teen who stormed field, punched schoolboy rugby player, referred to Youth ServicesThe attack was caught on video and went viral on social media. 14 Oct 12:39 AM
LiveNew ZealandWatch: Trapped trucks wind past slips in Awakino Gorge, emergency centre set up as rivers riseHomes are being threatened and a family have evacuated in Ruapehu.14 Oct 12:27 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyHobson Green risingHousing estate built at Hobsonville, Auckland in 2021. Video posted to Facebook by surveying, architecture, design, structural engineering, & project management firm Hampton JonesWatch14 Oct 12:02 AM
All BlacksIn one day, out the next: Why All Black was withdrawn from Grand Slam tourPatrick Tuipulotu was named in the 36-man squad, but now faces six months on the sidelines13 Oct 11:30 PM
New ZealandHouse prices fall again as Auckland leads nationwide declinesAuckland led the slide, with average values down 2.5% to $1.19m.13 Oct 11:27 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessRockit apple grower enters voluntary administrationChair Tony Hawken said low returns and high costs forced the administration.13 Oct 11:15 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyDevelopment boss speaks out on $20m+ Auckland property failure'We are not like others who simply walk away. We are doing everything we can.'13 Oct 11:00 PM
AucklandFire at Papatoetoe home treated as suspiciousThe blaze broke out at a vacant Picton St property about 1.17am.13 Oct 10:26 PM
CrimeSuppression rejection: Man charged with murder of 84yo woman revealed as her sonThe 50-year-old Papatoetoe resident had sought to keep his identity secret until trial. 13 Oct 10:15 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCreators of Badjelly put subsidiary animation studio into liquidation, $1.7m tax debt revealedThe animators received more than $5.9m in Government funding from NZ on Air.13 Oct 10:12 PM
New Zealand'Kane’s buried': Pregnant partner recounts Muriwai sand dune collapse that killed young fatherThe 28-year-old father was buried under 2m of sand at Muriwai Beach.13 Oct 08:54 PM
Manufacturing‘Large-scale shift’: Scott wins biggest US appliance deal in its historyThe deals mark Scott’s largest-ever appliance contract in the US.13 Oct 08:42 PM
Auckland'Fired up': Mayor pushes bed levy, equal footing with GovtThe incumbent mayor described the campaign as 'like being in a dentist chair for a month'.13 Oct 08:17 PM
PremiumPremiumSportNo social media and a footy ball for a teddy: The making of a league prodigyHis parents banned social media until 18 to keep him grounded and focused.13 Oct 07:31 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Digital voting in local body election is long overdueAuckland’s 2025 local election turnout has plunged to just 25%.13 Oct 07:06 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHow a new pill could change life for thousands of Kiwis with endometriosisBefore Ryeqo, 22-year-old Grace Funnell had undergone yearly operations for the disease.13 Oct 07:01 PM
All BlacksDavidson to make All Blacks history as first female test refereeThe 33-year-old Scot already has two Women’s World Cup finals to her name.13 Oct 05:08 PM