New ZealandUnclaimed haul: Police want to return stolen jewellery and handbags in RotoruaThe items were taken in Glenholme and industrial area burglaries since mid-2023.23 Mar 02:04 AM
New ZealandRising bills, later babies: How money is changing family plans in the BayBay of Plenty births rose 6.7% in a decade, but population jumped 16.6%.22 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandFirst alerts issued for two days of stormy weather starting in northThe upper North Island is set for a lengthy period of heavy rain and strong wind this week22 Mar 10:53 PM
NetballNew Magic co-captains juggle life, leadership and a rising young squadErena Mikaere and Georgie Edgecombe are leading the team this season.22 Mar 10:35 PM
WellingtonCocaine use across NZ leaps to record-breaking highThe Drug Foundation says the data shows our approach to drug use is not working.22 Mar 10:23 PM
New ZealandStrike of luck! Rotorua and Tauranga Lotto players win bigFour players Bay of Plenty-wide cashed in over the weekend. 22 Mar 10:05 PM
KahuSeymour to present Eru’s Law petition as mum demands tougher sentencesThe petition urges tougher sentences when violent crimes result in death.22 Mar 09:26 PM
Business$50m plan to double the number of public EV chargersThe $52.7m loans will help fund 2574 new public charge points nationwide.22 Mar 09:08 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFresh details emerge about fatal Muriwai skydive, cause of death confirmedThe Auckland skydiving firm has agreed to pay the victim's family $100,000 in reparation.22 Mar 04:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: Why markets tend to do fine no matter who wins in NovemberShares have risen under every government since 1975, despite political shifts.22 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandGangster's use of stolen gift cards leads police to drugs and loaded firearmsHead Hunter with more than 125 convictions serving more jail time over drugs and firearms.22 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandDeep subtropical low threatens heavy rain, strong winds for parts of NZSevere gale northeasterlies are possible for Northland, Auckland and Coromandel.22 Mar 12:08 AM
BusinessPhilanthropist and early childhood champion Wayne Wright snr diesWayne Wright snr co-founded Best Start Educare, now with about 260 centres around NZ.21 Mar 11:13 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty‘Devaluing the residential appeal’: Anger over three-level self-storage complexResident says the 14m high, three-level complex clashes with Mt Albert's vision.21 Mar 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRural retreats chase booming wellness tourism dollar in BayMore tourists are seeking unplugged, nature-based getaways.21 Mar 10:02 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Barbering saved my life': Meet the young business owner making a big differenceThe 21-year-old's chair is a safe space where clients open up about mental health. 21 Mar 05:02 PM
Travel newsFive ways to turn your 2026 autumn escapes into full-on festivalsSomething to shape your next trip.21 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleI’m the parent of a trans teen. I'm worried about a NZ puberty blocker banThe High Court will review the puberty blocker ban on May 6.21 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Struggling' families to move into 24 new homesMother describes new home as ‘lifesaver’ after years living off-grid.21 Mar 04:57 PM
New ZealandKiwifruit crop still on track for record 221 million trays despite stormsLocalised slips and flooding hit only a small number of low-lying orchards.21 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandEmergency services respond after boat explosion in Tauranga, one injuredPolice say the blast was reported about 1.35pm; one person has suffered moderate injuries.21 Mar 01:24 AM
New ZealandMuch-loved waterfront businesses lose wharf homeThe sportfishing club will be relocated behind the new $2m floodwall.20 Mar 11:00 PM
New Zealand‘Outdated’: Govt launches review of dog control powers after fatal attacksCouncils say outdated dog laws leave them unable to prevent serious attacks.20 Mar 09:54 PM
New Zealand'Fun-loving' boy faces 'uncertain' future after seizures, brain bleedHe has been in hospital two weeks so far, and has had two brain surgeries. 20 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: People may hate speed cameras but we need more of them OPINION: They play a key role in helping motorists stick to the posted limits.20 Mar 04:01 PM
New Zealand'Something to interest everyone' at the Farming Like Grandad fairVisitors can see vintage tractors, cars and a 100-year-old shearing plant.20 Mar 04:00 PM
BusinessFor sale Slipper Island expected to fetch more than $10 millionIt comes with an old style lodge, three chalets and two safari tents.20 Mar 07:15 AM
New Zealand'I'm sick of men who hit women': Judge lambasts 'thug' who repeatedly attacked partner'Your behaviour was cowardly ... it was utter gratuitous violence.'20 Mar 06:03 AM
Wellington'I'm needing the huzz': Auction takes off for heart-shaped chip promising to find you loveBidding for the single Bluebird ready salted chip has already reached $100. 20 Mar 04:02 AM
New ZealandChoosing real‑life chemistry in a world full of dating apps Many now say swiping left and right feels isolating rather than exciting.20 Mar 03:15 AM
PremiumPremiumTechnologyInvestors face $3m loss after sale of SmartSpace platform and holding firm liquidationFounder Timothy Boyne is personally owed more than $2.1m from the collapse.20 Mar 03:07 AM
New Zealand'Didn’t feel real': Sister heartbroken after brother's memorial disappearsHandcrafted tributes, including a diamante bear and named bangle, were taken.20 Mar 01:30 AM
New ZealandTwinning: The school with 13 sets of twins - and more to comeTwins make up 5% of the school's roll and 2.4% of babies born worldwide.20 Mar 12:39 AM
New ZealandFast-track green light for $610m Takitimu North Link highway extensionThe 7.7km Takitimu North Link – Stage 2 will run between Te Puna and Ōmokoroa.20 Mar 12:02 AM
