New ZealandRetail crime investigations in some regions halved under police directive Police dropped 5454 shoplifting cases under $500 due to guidance on value thresholds.30 Jul 05:55 AM
New Zealand‘Huge’ armed police op in Bay of Plenty townArmed officers and about 25 police cars are reported to be present around Maketū.30 Jul 02:16 AM
NPCPlayer spotlight: Stars to watch in the 2025 NPC seasonTake a look at a player to watch from each province in the 2025 NPC season.30 Jul 01:36 AM
New Zealand'Arduous work': What it's like for Kiwi firefighters battling wildfires in CanadaEleven Bay of Plenty firefighters are among a Kiwi contingent aiding efforts in Manitoba.30 Jul 12:04 AM
New Zealand'We stress every time it rains': Neighbours' flooding fightTe Puke neighbours urge council to take action to stop flooding during heavy rain.29 Jul 07:02 PM
New ZealandMilk truck rollover closes section of SH2 Diversions are in place at SH34 and Omeheu Rd intersections.29 Jul 07:00 PM
LiveNew Zealand'Unstable air mass': Risk of heavy rain and thunderstorms for NZSevere thunderstorm watches are in place for the Bay of Plenty and Gisborne.29 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandNext pulse of rain approaching Akl, severe thunderstorm watch remains in forceDriving conditions will be hazardous with surface flooding and poor visibility.29 Jul 08:04 AM
New ZealandNo suit, no experience, no jargon: Rotorua's novel job ad for $166k-a-year gigCould you be one of the 'everyday legends' Rotorua seeks? FYI – there's a catch. 29 Jul 06:10 AM
New Zealand'No small feat': Rotorua rider defends BMX world titleIt's Jeanette Davies' second consecutive win at the event.29 Jul 12:23 AM
TravelThe hottest addition to the wellness movement in Sydney... literallyWhy Sydneysiders are flocking to these spots.29 Jul 12:01 AM
New ZealandBoy racer blitz: Police disrupt gatherings with fines and arrestsPolice issued 51 tickets in Rotorua and 63 in Hamilton on Saturday.28 Jul 11:07 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Chaotic' or 'collaborative': Where schools stand on open-plan classroomsRotorua principals have seen different results from the larger learning spaces.28 Jul 07:49 PM
New ZealandParking fees rile resident: 'Over $2000 a year just to park outside my house'Councillors rejected resident permits, which would exempt parking charges.28 Jul 07:49 PM
New ZealandNew $750m solar farm for Hawke's Bay: Why is the region turning to solar?The solar farm will be visible to thousands of motorists on SH5 Napier-Taupō Rd.28 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'You were everything': Man who died from critical injuries in Rotorua rememberedFour men took the injured man to Rotorua Hospital on Saturday night.28 Jul 07:38 AM
New Zealand'Trail of blood': Violent attack after couple followed home from pub'You can’t call the police because we know where you live and we’re gangsters.'28 Jul 04:57 AM
All BlacksInjured All Blacks quintet set to feature in Argentina, key prop ruled outMeanwhile, eight players have been released to play NPC this weekend.28 Jul 04:17 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool Rugby'The next Benji': Brother of Warriors star makes waves as King's go topCalvin Harris-Tavita has shown his match-winning chops in 1A First XV rugby.28 Jul 03:01 AM
New Zealand'Broken by this loss': Family mourn 10yo crash victimJax Tauroa-Wall's whānau said his son was 'deeply loved by everyone who knew him'.28 Jul 02:31 AM
New Zealand'Demeaning conduct': Rest home criticised for elder care failingsGolden Pond apologised for its treatment of the woman in 2020.28 Jul 02:00 AM
New ZealandNorth Island set for drenching, waterlogged Tasman sets up emergency centres Strong gusts are likely to reach 90km/h in Northland and Auckland as the storm ramps up.28 Jul 01:51 AM
New ZealandPM dismisses Greens' rail idea, says roads first'High-quality roading infrastructure' the Golden Triangle priority: Christopher Luxon.28 Jul 12:38 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCouncil's $40k cocktail party guest list released after officials interveneThe Ombudsman said there was public interest in the 'non-essential celebration'.27 Jul 07:43 PM
New ZealandCrackdown in CBD after police arrests for disorder and sex actsNew Community Beat Team has hit the ground running.27 Jul 07:42 PM
Rugby'Versus': The greatest rivalries in sport – Auckland v CanterburyThe rivalry peaked with Auckland's dramatic 1985 Ranfurly Shield win.27 Jul 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Rebuilding trust key to tackling vaccine hesitancyOPINION: Nationally, 77% of children were vaccinated by 24 months old last year.27 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerOpinion: What's holding back the housing market recoveryMortgage rates have been falling for 18 months, yet prices remain stagnant.27 Jul 04:00 PM
New ZealandSevere weather warnings issued as heavy rain, high winds loomHeavy rain and strong winds are expected from late Monday to early Wednesday.27 Jul 12:52 AM
New ZealandWhat teens think about banning social media for under-16sWould it stop the erosion of attention spans, or just shelter them from the real world?27 Jul 12:04 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We ensure it's not a lottery:' Former cop and MP turned PI on finding out the truth Northland PI Mike Sabin works with a team of six former-detectives to gather evidence. 26 Jul 09:00 PM
New ZealandFrom school caretaker to blueberry farmerDes Samuels never intended to get into blueberries; he now manages 11,000 plants.26 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland Lotto player wins $1m, Powerball jackpots to $12mThe Powerball jackpot has rolled over to $10m after going unstruck on Wednesday.26 Jul 09:30 AM
New ZealandDouble trouble, brace for drenching – two weather systems bearing down on NZA second weather system will impact the North Island from Thursday.26 Jul 06:29 AM
