PremiumPremiumBusinessEconomic recovery rolling north – slowly Infometrics says the economic boom in the southern regions is finally starting to spread. 25 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandBeatings, whippings and food deprivation: Guardian admits manslaughter of boy after years of abusePauline Timu admitted slapping, whipping and filming the boy as 'discipline'.25 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandSingle-digit temperatures incoming as 'sharp cold front' brings autumn chillSouth Island centres will see a 'real contrast in temperature'.25 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandZespri expects global sales to double or triple in a decade – CEOMore than 600 people attended the kiwifruit marketer's Momentum Conference today.25 Feb 06:36 AM
Auckland FCAuckland FC back 50 girls with new programme to grow women’s footballThe project’s name marks the 50 years when women were banned from football in NZ.25 Feb 04:10 AM
New ZealandMan admits assault and weapon charges over Rotorua deathTemutu Ehau, 41, died at the scene of an incident on Trigg Ave on August 20 last year.25 Feb 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesRegional airline loans welcomed after soaring costs batter operatorsCarriers around the country may need a lifeline for the lifelines they provide.25 Feb 03:59 AM
New Zealand'Two-edged sword': Fears new police move-on powers target homeless, not causesNew police powers to move on beggars and rough sleepers sparks alarm from social agencies.25 Feb 03:37 AM
NRLSeventeen Kiwi rookies who could light up NRL in 2026We look at 17 potential NRL debutants in 2026 who hail from New Zealand.25 Feb 03:01 AM
Wellington'Mudslide of hell': Human faeces found in central Wellington liftThe faeces were found mere metres away from the city's new $2.3 million toilet block.25 Feb 03:00 AM
WellingtonThief steals wood meant to cover storm damage costs for small rural school Ōpiki School is a rural primary school of 113 students near Manawatū.25 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandTower to redistribute work to Auckland, Fiji as Rotorua office closesUnion slams move to 'ship work overseas'; insurer says it's proudly Kiwi/Pacific.25 Feb 12:28 AM
WellingtonMan disappears in Manawatū River, search and rescue underway Officers tried to call to the man to come back to land. 24 Feb 11:38 PM
New Zealand'Undesirables coming up to our pā': Village shuts gate at night after intrusionsLocals report intruders using village facilities and geothermal pools at night.24 Feb 10:50 PM
White Ferns'It was a very special moment': HBJ title hero on cusp of White Ferns debutOff spinner Nensi Patel is one of two Northern Brave players called up.24 Feb 09:30 PM
New ZealandGuilty plea over crash that killed 10-year-old boyThe 24-year-old driver will be sentenced in Taupo District Court on April 29.24 Feb 09:23 PM
New Zealand'Silly as chooks': 'Lovely' neighbourhood ruined by people 'doing nangs'They are driving 'smashed on that stuff' and 'dancing and yahooing' in the street.24 Feb 05:30 PM
New Zealand'We want to get it back to what it was': Mauao faces long, costly road to reopeningMayor: 'Our primary concern is safety; we're not going to do it if it's not safe.'24 Feb 05:00 PM
WellingtonWoman facing organ removal claims GP clinic lost her medical records The woman claimed her infertility was ignored by a Palmerston North clinic for years. 24 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandNotorious Nia Glassie murderer fronts Parole BoardWiremu Curtis was 17 at the time 3-year-old Nia died after months of abuse and torture. 24 Feb 04:00 PM
Crime‘It was either her or me': Man accused of killing his ex claims he was trying to protect his familyAnaru Morunga told police he was 'cooked as a cooked thing' and hearing voices.24 Feb 06:00 AM
New ZealandToilet leak: Health warning at popular swim spot liftedPeople were warned not to swim at the popular Rotorua lake.23 Feb 08:41 PM
New ZealandTeen farmers get a shedful of sheep to learn the ropesGovernment-owned Pāmu has 19 apprentices training on its farms nationwide.23 Feb 08:39 PM
New ZealandWatch: Police probing mystery late-night 'boom' heard across RotoruaPolice were called to Western Heights about 10pm but found nothing unusual.23 Feb 07:38 PM
New ZealandPublic welcome at funeral service for 'colourful character' Dax HollandThe man accused of killing the Tauranga rough sleeper has appeared in court.23 Feb 07:00 PM
BoxingBoxer Emile Richardson inks three-year deal with BX-9Richardson made his pro debut in November last year.23 Feb 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Not in a rush': Mount Maunganui surf club stays shut after fatal Mauao landslideLifeguards are now working from a Portacom and containers along the Main Beach. 23 Feb 05:02 PM
New ZealandHomeless crackdown welcomed by some in Rotorua, but MP calls it 'disgusting'Police will be able to order rough sleepers and beggars to move on for up to 24 hours.23 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandFinal week of summer brings sun, heat and scattered showersTemperatures are forecast to linger in the mid-20s for much of the country.23 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandFree vapes, $500k deal, questions over risks: Inside Health NZ’s new vape planHealth NZ signed a $500,000 deal with Kiwi-owned vape company alt in December.23 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyWealth of 10 biggest iwi edges higher in tough yearIwi have had three consecutive years of difficulty, but 2025 showed a modest improvement.23 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland skydiving firm admits charge linked to fatal mid-air collisionSarah-Jane Bayram died after a skydiving collision with another jumper over Muriwai.23 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandDisgraced lawyer who stole $375k from legal aid scheme struck offDisgraced Family Court lawyer Paulette Main has been struck off after a fraud conviction.23 Feb 04:00 AM
Super Rugby'Very sad': Why Moana Pasifika can't host Chiefs clash in TongaThe round nine fixture will instead take place in Pukekohe or Rotorua.23 Feb 03:10 AM
