New ZealandWeather: 'Here it comes' - weather system that caused deadly deluge tracking back over top of North IslandWarnings and watches are in place for regions across the top half of the North Island.30 Jan 09:56 PM
BusinessTrain track closure could cause 'serious problems' for logging industryKiwiRail says high water levels are impeding the investigation and track assessment.30 Jan 09:23 PM
New ZealandA 'complete write-off': Family’s belongings, car left ‘submerged’ after flooding“At about 1am, it was turning into a lake.”30 Jan 05:22 PM
New Zealand'Nothing like it': John Perry's art collection to be auctioned“He understood how beautiful things were, whether they were worth $1 or $100,000.”29 Jan 06:00 PM
New ZealandLive: On edge - 'We are very vulnerable': Aucklanders brace for second big deluge; heavy rain set to hit Northland; entire state highway washes awayMore heavy rain is set to hit Auckland and other North Island regions from Sunday.29 Jan 03:41 PM
New Zealand'Lucky to get out alive': Family escape from home after mudslide hits“We are still trying to get our head around what happens next.”29 Jan 04:14 AM
New Zealand'The bridge has gone': About 30 properties affected after bridge washes outThe council is working to establish a possible emergency access track.29 Jan 01:05 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBusiness digest: Bay Trust grant to help campsite run 'off grid'Got business news? Email zoe.hunter@nzme.co.nz or carmen.hall@nzme.co.nz29 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandSevere weather warnings lifted, people urged to stay away from rivers, floodwatersAnyone who sees any flooding or slips is asked to ring the council.29 Jan 12:10 AM
New ZealandLive: 'Significant' rain, gales expected to hit Auckland; 19 homes red-stickered; flood victim namedMore heavy rain is set to hit Auckland and other North Island regions from Sunday.28 Jan 11:53 PM
New Zealand'Carnage': Train derails near Te Puke after 'significant' rainfallThe two-person train crew are uninjured.28 Jan 10:18 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCash, alcohol, chocolate and cruises: The gifts offered to policeMost gifts were accepted and either donated to a charity or shared among staff.28 Jan 09:00 PM
New Zealand'It's a free country': Ex-political candidate slept on the floor while tenants moved inThe bach was also 'worn and tired' and so cold in winter the walls 'cried'.28 Jan 07:28 AM
New ZealandFlooding closes Auckland motorways, cars left floatingAuckland is under a state of emergency after heavy rain causes widespread damage.27 Jan 05:31 PM
New ZealandLive: State of emergency in Auckland - one dead; New SH1 motorway opened to rescue motorists; airport closedThe Fire Service has made more than 1500 callouts to help people in need.27 Jan 04:17 PM
New ZealandCivil Defence warning: Rising floodwaters trap residents in West Auckland, NZDF called inRising floodwaters have left streets and homes swamped.27 Jan 05:36 AM
New Zealand'Not afraid of a bit of rain': One Love festival 'all go' despite wet weatherSurf Lifesaving champs also still on, but Black Falcon display off.27 Jan 03:25 AM
New ZealandLive: Heavy rain, strong winds wreak havoc in Auckland, North Island regionsRain is battering Auckland and the top of the North Island.26 Jan 10:54 PM
New Zealand‘Bigger and better’: Auto Extravaganza to go ahead after two years disruptionThe car, bike and truck show will take place on The Strand with proceeds going to St John.26 Jan 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFree lodging, 'triple' the pay: NZ nurse moving to Australia speaks out'I do know I will never be able to afford a home and that is something I'd like to do.'26 Jan 06:00 PM
Entertainment'A lot of love': Biggest One Love ever among event lineup for long weekendsThe "iconic" festival is a staple in the New Zealand events calendar.26 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLetters to the editor: Allow for consultation with affected neighboursOPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.26 Jan 01:00 PM
New ZealandOne of the last empty sections at Coromandel beach spot sells for $820kNew owners camp on their new plot within hours of buying it.26 Jan 01:41 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLetters to the editor: Tauranga city looking scruffy; developing good governmentOPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.25 Jan 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'A big job': People on Rotorua's streets weigh in on challenges facing new PMHousing, cost of living, health and sustainability are among the issues concerning locals.25 Jan 05:19 PM
New ZealandDozens of sunglasses stolen within minutes during early break-inPolice responded to a report of a burglary at a commercial premises on Cameron Rd.25 Jan 01:04 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMerepeka Raukawa-TaitMerepeka Raukawa-Tait: Which politicians impressed at RātanaThere was plenty of laughter and good advice for the politicians.24 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandVictim of fatal crashed named by policeThe two-car collision injured seven other people.24 Jan 08:51 PM
PremiumPremiumInflationCarmen Hall: Food price hikes will hurt poorest mostVegetable soup has got me through a few winters.24 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandKāinga Ora: Sixteen new homes proposed for Rotorua suburbSubject to consent, the homes could be finished from late 2024.23 Jan 05:04 PM
New ZealandNew course record, fourth crown for Braden Currie at Tauranga Half MarathonIt was the 34th running of the Tauranga Half.22 Jan 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessSome mortgage brokers quit industry amid falling house sales while others remain steady'Rising rates and threat of recession and falling house prices scared off a lot of people'22 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandRescue chopper kept busy over DecemberDecember 2022 was a busy month for the Aerocool Rescue Helicopter.21 Jan 02:15 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessMark Lister: We’re beating inflation, but it’ll come at a priceOPINION: The most crucial development has been increasing evidence of slowing inflation.20 Jan 10:00 PM
