New ZealandPublic warned not to approach wanted manPolice seek Sam Te Puni Tainui, 28, with a warrant for arrest.17 Mar 10:03 PM
New ZealandMitch Rees dominates NZ Superbikes, clinches third national titleHe secured his third title in the premier 1000cc superbike class.17 Mar 10:02 PM
New ZealandWild goose chase: Report of swimmers in distress sparks rescue missionRescue teams in Tauranga responded to reports of swimmers in distress.17 Mar 08:03 PM
New ZealandCollege secures regional debating title for third year'Prevalence of technopessimism' subject of grand final debate.17 Mar 08:00 PM
New Zealand‘Privileged and excited’: Pāpāmoa mum’s journey to Ironman successNicole Storm cried with pride for 30 minutes after finishing her first Ironman.17 Mar 07:08 PM
Travel newsNew Zealand's Best Baches: Meet this year's 2025 Bach Of The Year winnersAn inside look at the 10 standout private baches recognised in this year’s awards.17 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand96-year-old skydiver honoured for raising $51k for St JohnJean Crabtree, 96, was honoured with the St John Priory Vote of Thanks.17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWoman's blonde hair turned pink after partner allegedly smashed her head on concreteThe Crown says she was pushed from a moving car by her partner, and then beaten.17 Mar 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSharesSpark faces pressure as shares hit 14-year lowA2 Milk soars, Smartpay surges amid takeover bids, NZ stocks dip.17 Mar 05:26 AM
New Zealand‘I was in bed for a year’: Cancer survivor calls for $220k-a-year drug to be fundedOther patients consider moving overseas or starting a Givealittle to pay for the drug.17 Mar 03:02 AM
New Zealand‘Did what he loved to do’: Tributes flow for ‘Mr Marathon’Dennis Kenny was the race director of the Rotorua Marathon for 34 years until 2003.17 Mar 01:56 AM
New ZealandFour-minute mile in 15yo Tauranga runner Sam Ruthe’s sightsTh teenager is lining up a world record attempt this week.17 Mar 01:14 AM
New Zealand‘Great news’: Early ramp opening to ease Pāpāmoa trafficThe eastbound ramps at Pāpāmoa East Interchange may open in late 2025.17 Mar 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘Don’t forget’: Kiwi baker’s heartfelt plea for Ukraine supportHarriet Campbell plans another Ukraine trip with the Never Alone project.16 Mar 09:09 PM
New ZealandRotorua’s suggested ‘rates swap’ labelled ‘unfair’ by deputy mayorDeputy mayor says it makes district council look like "bad guys" with a rates rise.16 Mar 09:00 PM
Sport‘Pretty farcical’: Empty high-performance centre under scrutinyIntended as a central training hub, the Karāpiro site is now underused.16 Mar 08:18 PM
New Zealand$180m retirement village approved under fast-track consent'The economic impacts of the development are significant.'16 Mar 08:09 PM
New Zealand‘Lucky to be alive’: Five rescued after boats sink in Lake RotoitiNone of the five individuals was wearing a lifejacket during the incident.16 Mar 07:35 PM
New Zealand'The only one that’s ever worked': Pill funding welcomed by endometriosis patient'This will really help, especially young women who are learning to manage the disease.'16 Mar 04:02 PM
RacingMick on Monday: Sterner tests await top stableThe time for sterner tests has arrived for one of New Zealand's most powerful stables.16 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerOpinion: ‘Bull market’ in Europe as US hits speed bumpsTariffs loom large as a threat to the wider European economy.16 Mar 03:00 PM
New Zealand‘Eroding a democracy’: Backlash over community board changesWestern Bay council proposes three boards to improve representation and reduce rates.15 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Hundreds of children escaped from early childhood centres in NZ in five yearsFour children were found 'running around on the road'; another was found near a highway.15 Mar 04:03 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Trudeau’s tariff riposte was brave, not cringeworthyOPINION: 'Does anyone remember the concept of tough love?'15 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandLotto Powerball: Two lucky punters win $5.5 million eachTwo Kiwis to wake up much richer on Sunday morning.15 Mar 07:34 AM
New ZealandDoctor shortage: How long could it take to recruit for Whakatāne’s maternity ward?Plus, how many overseas doctors are being considered for the positions.14 Mar 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoanna WaneJoanna Wane: You’re in for a treat at the best dog cafe in townOPINION: How Petone has gone to the dogs.14 Mar 10:00 PM
RacingRacing: Proven performers find it tough at the topHigh-quality quartet out to end winning drought in the $150,000 Japan Trophy at Tauranga.14 Mar 07:08 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandQuestions raised around spa pool death of 3-year-old TravisTravis Mallett, age 3, died after a spa pool incident in Reporoa.14 Mar 04:01 PM
New ZealandFined 30 times in 12 months: Vehicle mechanic fears losing clients after cars ticketed‘Ridiculous’: Wardens have been ticketing unwarranted cars in for fixing. 14 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow support helped a young cancer patient’s journey to health and happinessHe was diagnosed with leukaemia at 11 months, needing a stem cell transplant.14 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandTop gong for Te Puke kiwifruit growers at BOP Farm Environment AwardsKiwifruit orchards were developed while leaving much of the natural environment untouched.14 Mar 03:17 AM
New Zealand‘He was dead’: Ducks harmed in suspected animal cruelty caseA Muscovy duck was found with tape on its back and a broken wing.14 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandEight Tauranga liquor stores caught selling alcohol to minorsThirty-four premises were visited by police and inspectors that day.14 Mar 01:17 AM
