New ZealandTearful hunter admits shooting and killing friendMark Jefferson was on a hunting trip when he accidentally killed Stuart Stobie.11 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Favourable conditions': Avocado industry predicts export boomThe avocado industry predicts better times after two tough seasons.11 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSharesMarket close: 'Green shoots' for Ryman – positive reaction to earnings outlookRural services group PGG Wrightson rose 14c or 6.9% to $2.17.11 Jul 06:25 AM
New ZealandMixed verdicts delivered for Tribesmen accused of murdering one of their ownMark 'Shark' Hohua died in June 2022 after a violent assault over money.11 Jul 05:00 AM
New ZealandSubstation fault cuts power to thousands in TaurangaPower was cut to 21,529 customers at 12.30pm in Tauranga.11 Jul 03:01 AM
New ZealandTheatre stalwart's triumphant return after PTSD recoveryDi Leach is returning to theatre seven years after she became unwell.11 Jul 02:00 AM
New ZealandPair deny charges over death of Paige Johnson in alleged hit-and-runOne man is charged with manslaughter and the other with being an accessory after the fact.11 Jul 12:26 AM
Silver Ferns'Moments are priceless': Silver Ferns stars reunite for TV reality showThe show aims to inspire more girls to play netball across New Zealand.11 Jul 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'A sad loss': Why this prostate cancer treatment is 'disappearing' in NZ'It’s not the treatment that’s the problem,' a urologist says.10 Jul 08:02 PM
New Zealand'Give Paea a chance': Wife's tearful plea for Tongan overstayer Judge urges Paea Vehikite's family to continue their fight to keep him in NZ.10 Jul 08:02 PM
New ZealandState of emergency declared for Tasman region, severe weather warnings across NZHeavy rain and strong winds are expected in Auckland and Northland.10 Jul 07:04 AM
New Zealand'Stop this madness': Police promise crackdown on illegal dirt bikersSeveral parks and reserves have been vandalised in recent weeks.10 Jul 03:52 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain warning likely for BoP – MetServiceAn orange warning has been issued for Coromandel and Waikato from 11am tomorrow.10 Jul 12:40 AM
New ZealandThe amalgamation debate: Mayor claims 'no one’s prepared to act'Tauranga mayor wants 'tough' conversations now. Where do the 3 other BoP leaders stand?09 Jul 09:20 PM
Kahu'Exemplar for the country': Historic iwi agreement reshapes water useThe partnership secures 60% of Rotorua's drinking water and returns ancestral land.09 Jul 09:14 PM
New Zealand'Dying needlessly': Iwi monitors call for action on low cancer screening rates'People don’t have to die from diseases like that if they’re caught early enough.'09 Jul 09:08 PM
New ZealandTruck driver dies in BoP crashOtara Rd is closed, and motorists are advised to avoid the area.09 Jul 09:01 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: I am disappointed in Auckland FC's stadium proposalOPINION: Trump's tariffs for Japan and Korea could have geopolitical consequences.09 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I wasn't prepared to wait': Youngest Govt MP on seizing his big opportunity'I thought, I'm 26 years old, but I'm going to give this a crack – this is my home.'09 Jul 12:26 AM
New ZealandRoad funding shifts: NZ explores tolls for new infrastructureA new $830 million toll road will open in 2026, connecting to Whangaparāoa.09 Jul 12:04 AM
New Zealand'Ecstatic' reunion: Cat found after year-long disappearanceTwelve months after going missing in Hamurana, Franco the cat turned up.09 Jul 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Horrible': Memorial for deaf, blind man killed in alleged hit-and-run is destroyedThe family says the roadside memorial was their way to cope with the tragic loss.08 Jul 10:50 PM
LifestyleThe secret sauce of the bar named NZ's best 'I’ve always wanted to be called an institution – that’s my goal.'08 Jul 10:00 PM
KahuWellington Opera brings historic tale of Rotorua soldier to lifeThe opera 'Mate Ururoa' tells Captain Roger Dansey's true story.08 Jul 09:46 PM
New ZealandRain train: Weather watches keep rolling in for Bay of Plenty Heavy rain watch for Bay of Plenty from 1pm Friday to 5am Saturday.08 Jul 09:02 PM
New ZealandNew sculpture for Tauranga: Artist chosen for bold six-figure CBD artworkPaul Darragh's piece comes after 7m steel sculpture installed in Red Square last year.08 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Brazen' gang attack: Mongrel Mob members avoid jailThirteen Mongrel Mob members attacked a rival gang at a Rotorua roundabout.08 Jul 04:31 AM
New ZealandBoP shooting happened at 'private dwelling', suspect still wantedInformation sought about man in a green coat and gumboots.08 Jul 01:36 AM
New ZealandBoat in perilous position in Tauranga HarbourPolice were alerted to a sinking boat in Tauranga Harbour at 2.45pm.08 Jul 01:04 AM
New Zealand21yo defends wounding charge after alleged hit-and-run at night marketTara-Paige Simon pleaded not guilty in Rotorua District Court.08 Jul 12:05 AM
New Zealand'Risk to the public': Police search for wanted manHuirua has connections to the Eastern Bay of Plenty region.07 Jul 11:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand$61m building project under way at one of nation's richest private schools Saint Kentigern's new development will add 42 classrooms and a large amphitheatre.07 Jul 09:00 PM
Travel newsWhere to next? Five dreamy holidays with all the perksPlan your next holiday with these five fantastic offers.07 Jul 07:00 PM
New ZealandTruck driver back at work and walking again after surviving fatal crashHe had nine surgeries: 'There was nothing left - no bones or anything left in my foot.'07 Jul 06:00 PM
