New Zealand'Nowhere else to turn': Disabled teen living in hospital for five monthsHis mother said he had became 'very unpredictable' and endangered the family.27 Feb 05:02 PM
New Zealand'Profoundly unsafe': Cars stopping in passing lanes to turn right on Kaimai routeIt's one of several safety concerns locals and MPs want addressed on SH29.27 Feb 05:01 PM
New ZealandFamily's world shattered as baby dies in school bus crash. How a dad is trying to healDonations flooded in after Jordan Biddle's baby son died. He wants to give some back.27 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandTeacher shortage forcing school subject cancellations, principals say Some Auckland classes now cram in up to 35 seniors, whereas 20 to 25 is ideal.27 Feb 05:22 AM
New ZealandStorm-hit farmers fear they will not qualify for helpThe storms’ medium‑scale status unlocks tax relief and extra clean‑up help.27 Feb 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Heinous attack': Man charged after woman injured in BOP assaultPolice say a woman suffered moderate injuries and is 'extremely shaken'.27 Feb 02:58 AM
New ZealandSummer to single digits: Cold blast brings autumn in with a 'bang''It’s autumn coming in with a bit of a bang', said a MetService meteorologist. 27 Feb 02:53 AM
New ZealandMurder charge laid after grandmother's body found at Hawke's Bay worksiteTwo Napier men in their 40s charged - one with murder and one with being an accessory.27 Feb 02:17 AM
New ZealandRare blood moon to put on midnight show over BoP skyNew Zealand will be among the few regions able to see the entire lunar eclipse.27 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandLiquid gold on wheels: Mobile plasma bus brings donation closer to homePlasma from donations can be turned into up to 11 products to treat 50 illnesses.27 Feb 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘We will be jumping off the boat’: Tour guide describes surviving inferno at sea ‘All right guys’ I said. ‘Bad news is, we will be jumping off the boat' - fire survivor.27 Feb 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Protecting assets': Regional council proposes $3b portfolio shake-up and 4% rates riseThe 4% rise is half the 8.2% increase originally forecast for 2026/27.26 Feb 10:28 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAY'I was amazed': Photographer captures stunning shots of giant rare turtles in Bay of PlentyThe leatherbacks are not often seen in the region. Nathan Pettigrew spotted five of them.Watch26 Feb 08:49 PM
Freight and logisticsResilient trade pays off: Port of Tauranga beats profit forecastsThe port raised its full-year profit forecast to between $142m and $152m.26 Feb 08:27 PM
New ZealandFrom BOP start-up to 2100 schools: Hands-on science kits set to scale upHouse of Science aims to grow its reach from 50,000 to 500,000 students.26 Feb 07:36 PM
New ZealandWatch: Rotorua singer performs with international superstarHer new record explores self-love, romantic love and the bonds between women.26 Feb 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKāinga Ora's Rotorua plans: Where 100-plus new builds are atOne large-scale project is ahead of schedule, another will finish later than expected.26 Feb 05:09 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Saw the gold and ran for it': What is driving the Kiwi exodus to AustraliaStats NZ says 47,700 people moved from New Zealand to Australia in the year to March 2025.26 Feb 05:03 PM
New ZealandFormer student steps up to lead longstanding Hamilton dance studioKerry Davis, who took over after her mother’s death in 2019, is retiring.26 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: It's not just the system that must change to keep Kiwi kids aliveOPINION: The legal guardian of Rickah'Shae, 8, has pleaded guilty to manslaughter.26 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumStock takesStock Takes: Power giants tap $925m as investors back sector's growth storyMorningstar says Meridian is fairly valued with a forward dividend yield of 4%.26 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSharesMarket close: NZ sharemarket up despite turbulence from Air NZThe NZ sharemarket was positive despite falls by Air NZ and Precinct Properties.26 Feb 05:13 AM
New ZealandFrom guinea pigs to pros: Chiefs' captains back history to repeat against CrusadersRichard Turner recalls the Chiefs' 27-26 win over the Crusaders 30 years ago.26 Feb 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Closer to home': Maternity services to be fully restored at Whakatāne HospitalThe change will end transfers of high-risk births to Tauranga Hospital.26 Feb 03:58 AM
New ZealandGovt crackdown finds cash wages, worker breaches at construction firmsOrganised crime groups reportedly exploit weaknesses to launder money and exploit staff.26 Feb 12:34 AM
BusinessTauranga robotics company to supply NZ Defence Force with dronesThe air, land and sea drones will be trialled by the Army and the Navy.25 Feb 11:48 PM
New Zealand‘Unseen’ pollution: 10,000 litres of rubbish pulled from Rotorua waterwaysCharity's vessel removes about 2000 litres of rubbish each day in the Bay of Plenty.25 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandMan charged after alleged clan lab found at Ōkere FallsSpecialist staff from Auckland are examining the address today.25 Feb 10:33 PM
New Zealand‘Everyone can tell you a dog war story’ - Te Puna residents battle wandering dogsTe Puna School reports roaming dogs entering the playground and scaring pupils.25 Feb 10:00 PM
New ZealandFree trial, new provider: Rotorua parking shake-up gathers paceA free trial begins in a Rotorua CBD parking building as the council reshapes parking.25 Feb 09:57 PM
New ZealandMount cafes beg for rates relief after deadly Mauao landslide hits tradeMayor Mahé Drysdale says the council is still deciding if relief rules apply.25 Feb 09:19 PM
New ZealandRoading rethink: Residents push council to keep smooth asphalt over chipsealAbout 95% of those residents opposed replacing the smooth asphalt with chipseal.25 Feb 09:02 PM
New ZealandCha-ching! Big Lotto win for GisbornePowerball rolls over to Saturday night with a jackpot of $6m on offer.25 Feb 06:43 PM
New ZealandMove targets late-night booze sale loophole Council consults on closing a loophole that lets some off-licences sell alcohol later.25 Feb 05:00 PM
