New ZealandVolunteer firefighters seek equal ACC coverLocal fire chiefs urge support for a petition to aid volunteer firefighters.18 Apr 11:02 PM
New Zealand'Dangerous conditions': MetService warns Easter weekend beachgoersDozens of beaches across Auckland and Northland are marked 'unsuitable for swimming'.18 Apr 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: The case for acknowledging our emergency service volunteersVolunteers make up 80% of Fire and Emergency staff in New Zealand.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew mum takes first steps with walker after 2017 spinal injuryCasey Brady, 32, was told she would never walk again after a motocross accident in 2017.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSigns of disagreement: Hundertwasser centre seeks better highway advertisingThe Hundertwasser Art Centre is not easy to find, with no signs on SH1 directing tourists.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSH35 on East Cape partially closed as Cyclone Tam continues to lash NZA potential low-system is set to form on the northeast coast of New Zealand.18 Apr 08:01 AM
New ZealandNational Māori netball tournament celebrates culture and prideThe AMNOHL tournament will be held in Wellington during Easter weekend.18 Apr 04:05 AM
New Zealand‘I love my life’: How a mother found hope after her darkest daysLynda Hills struggled with her mental health throughout her youth.18 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandTauranga's Jazz Festival a must-do this Easter weekendThe Port of Tauranga National Jazz Festival has something for everyone even in the rain.17 Apr 11:02 PM
SailingOn The Up: Burling's surprise appearance at young sailors' prizegivingA group of young sailors from Tauranga asked Burling to attend. The star sailor answered.17 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up - 'Memory, culture, and nostalgia': MasterChef winners' 'immersive' food experience'It’s nice to come home and bring this dinner which is really special to us.'17 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandPotential loss of 62 jobs at Ballance plant a 'concern for Tauranga’ Ballance Agri-Nutrients' proposal could mean 68 roles disestablished, with six new jobs.17 Apr 05:02 PM
New ZealandCoromandel towns isolated by flooding, more heavy rain forecast as storm rages onRoads have been submerged, roofs ripped from buildings and ferries and flights cancelled.17 Apr 08:09 AM
New ZealandPrison not a 'just' penalty for teen who coward-punched stranger in unprovoked street attackA judge said the only way to describe the violence inflicted was 'extreme'.17 Apr 07:00 AM
New Zealand16 Lotto players win over $17k each – where the tickets were soldOne player walked away with $1 million after winning the First Division draw.17 Apr 06:36 AM
New ZealandSH2 median barrier fight: Campaigners claim truck drove on wrong sideWire median barriers have removed right turns on SH2 between Waihī and Ōmokoroa.17 Apr 05:05 AM
New Zealand11 men hang on cross for Easter exhibition at churchNearly 400 volunteers prepared for the Easter exhibition's various displays.17 Apr 04:55 AM
New ZealandEaster holiday travel disrupted by ex-cyclone TamNew Zealanders are beginning to take to the road as the long Easter weekend kicks off.17 Apr 04:37 AM
New ZealandTraffic delays ahead: SH35 down to one lane for six monthsSH35 between Ōpōtiki and Te Kaha will be one lane from April 28.17 Apr 02:28 AM
New ZealandBethlehem church's Easter walk-through offers immersive experienceDisplays cover Christ’s life, from creation to resurrection, over 800sq m.17 Apr 01:03 AM
New ZealandShots allegedly fired at vehicle in Rotorua, police seek infoA gun was allegedly fired at a vehicle in Rotorua's Ōwhata suburb.17 Apr 12:44 AM
New ZealandSex crimes case: Appeal court declines man's bid to keep name secretHe has 20 days to appeal the decision.17 Apr 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Life has just stopped': 'Forgotten five' battle council over slip damageOwners of three homes have not been able to return since they were evacuated in 2022.16 Apr 06:48 PM
New ZealandLandowners renew fast-track bid for Kaituna hydro schemeThe group's chief executive has provided fresh details of its plan.16 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandEaster, Anzac travel: Drivers urged to plan aheadHeavy traffic expected on SH2 between Paeroa and Waihī during holidays.16 Apr 04:47 PM
New ZealandWindsurfer rescued in harbour as conditions worsenOne person was plucked from Tauranga harbour as strong winds and swells increase.16 Apr 08:45 AM
New ZealandDoctor claims sexual video was to document woman's consentThe doctor and married woman met on a sexual website and had a secret relationship.16 Apr 08:00 AM
New Zealand'Really tired': Staffing crisis strains Taupō's senior doctorsNight shifts often have just one senior doctor for the entire hospital.16 Apr 07:41 AM
New Zealand'Prepare now': Cyclone Tam brings 130km/h gust, winds forecast to ramp up overnightForecasters warn of 120km/h gusts that may close the Auckland Harbour Bridge.16 Apr 05:56 AM
New Zealand'Phenomenal' outcome: Five community boards to remain in Western BayThe Local Government Commission overruled the proposed reduction.16 Apr 02:22 AM
New ZealandEverything gone but the bao buns: Thief clears out cafe's food stocksThe owner says it's the second burglary in three weeks and the 'fifth or sixth' this year.16 Apr 02:00 AM
New Zealand'An honour and a privilege': Local artists shine in prestigious portrait award'I had a good feeling that it was going to get through and it did. So hard work paid off.'16 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandHonouring heroes: Search for B Company photos for museum exhibitionIt comes as the B Company, 28th NZ (Māori) Battalion History Trust will be reviewed.15 Apr 11:55 PM
New ZealandFortress 40: College boys' endurance challenge captured in docoTauranga Boys’ College will screen the film on Saturday. 15 Apr 10:00 PM
