New ZealandTeen claims she was kicked in the head for not handing over her $700 hoodieBut the other teen claims she ended up with the hoodie after a mutual clothing swap.17 May 01:00 AM
LifestyleCentenarian celebrates 103rd birthday with family and friendsJoan has two children alive, 11 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.16 May 10:00 PM
LifestyleA Māori ‘Gidget’ Meter Maid goes to the Gold Coast with her ukulele Read an extract from Ockham NZ Book Awards 2025 winning memoir by Ngāhuia te Awekōtuku. 16 May 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentSir Roger Hall at 86: Can the man with the Midas touch still spin box-office gold?A love letter to Auckland, End of Summer Time brings Dickie Hart back to the stage.16 May 08:00 PM
Kahu'I'm a recidivist offender': Woman's journey from criminal to mentorAllen has 178 convictions and has devoted herself to helping Northland addicts recover16 May 05:00 PM
Property$10m-plus supreme Master Builders' commercial prize to LT McGuinnessConstruction business erected one of NZ's most complex buildings at the university campus.16 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Frightened all the time': Inside a $3m kiwifruit tax evasion scam'Money mule' was allegedly kidnapped and assaulted after threatening to blow the whistle.16 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Drop-kick losers': Outrage as masked gang of trail bikers tear up kids' rugby fieldsParents and coaches confronted masked bikers at Rotorua rugby fields.16 May 06:36 AM
New ZealandEntertainment figure takes name suppression case to Supreme CourtHe was convicted of indecent assault and attempted sexual violation in 2023.16 May 05:00 AM
New Zealand14 rescued from launch sinking off Tauranga coast'Fourteen people on board are all accounted for and back on dry land.'16 May 04:06 AM
New ZealandBuilding momentum: Ōtūmoetai College's legacy spans six decadesThe school grew from 800 students in 1965 to over 2000 in recent years.16 May 04:01 AM
New Zealand'Flaxmere's time': 150 social homes planned for Hawke's BayHawke’s Bay was chosen due to high emergency housing needs and waitlists.16 May 03:01 AM
New ZealandSoldier in a hen house: Battle of Crete veteran's memories sharedMount Maunganui will host a memorial service for Battle of Crete this Sunday.16 May 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Just not sustainable': Rally planned to protest 12% rates increaseOrganisers say the proposed 12% rates increase is unsustainable.16 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandTauranga Mayor finally buys home in city - why he isn't moving in yetMahé Drysdale's new home in Pāpāmoa is rented out for now.15 May 09:28 PM
New Zealand'Like riding on marbles': Motorcyclists blame loose gravel for crashThe crash involved three riders from a group of 12, all aged over 50.15 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandMedical emergency: SH25 closure as person airlifted to hospitalThe person, who suffered a medical event, was airlifted to Waikato Hospital.15 May 08:41 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Glowworms, luxury and manaakitanga - Rotorua's ambitions for a brighter futureCity moving out of the twin shadows of Covid and emergency housing debate.15 May 07:50 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Staying active - seniors forge bonds at Katikati gymThe trio are all 88 years old and regulars at Katifit on Sheffield St.15 May 07:29 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChildren’s Commissioner: We sit at the wrong end of global bullying rankingsNew Zealand's youth face the second highest bullying rate in the OECD and EU.15 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbySky's First XV coverage welcomed despite Auckland's absenceCoverage starts on May 29 with Nelson College vs Marlborough Boys’ College.15 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandOn the Up: Meet teen fire brigade and road safety hero Mila'Making a small change, that’s enough for me.'15 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandNo pokies for pool hall: Venue struggles after liquor license lossWelcome Bay Tavern reopened as an alcohol-free pool hall, then lost its gaming licence.15 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandLucky region has 15 players win Lotto's Second DivisionFirst Division Powerball was not struck and will roll over to $15 million on Saturday.15 May 04:59 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailBriscoes reveals plans for 'mini metro' storesPlus Rebel Sport will unveil its new flagship store design in Panmure this year.15 May 03:07 AM
New ZealandLittle Big Markets a launchpad for thriving businessesThe Little Big Markets began 16 years ago to support small businesses.15 May 02:00 AM
CrimeHomicide investigation launched after crash kills 30yo womanPolice were alerted to the Hamilton incident at 9.30am.15 May 01:46 AM
New ZealandThe quirky and hilarious moments from Conan O'Brien's NZ journeyHe learned he's not quite 'skux' during a comedic lesson with Abbey Howells.14 May 10:37 PM
New Zealand'Reality of change': 106yo school in path of new highway faces relocationTauriko School will remain open throughout construction and any relocation.14 May 09:15 PM
New ZealandPolice investigate 'suspicious' fire after Te Puke shed blazeTwo fire crews battled the fire. 14 May 09:10 PM
New ZealandOne person seriously injured in midnight fight in KatikatiThose involved in the fracas left the scene before police arrived.14 May 08:03 PM
BusinessProperty resellers pocket $280k average profit despite market dipThe median profit gain in Auckland for house resales was $356,000. 14 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand200 new retirement homes coming to Putāruru as Overdale Estate hits stage twoGround first broke on the $200m, 400-home Overdale Estate development in 2022.14 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandTaser probe: Attack with mystery device prompts hunt for womanThe suspect fired the probe from a black object, possibly a Taser.14 May 06:00 AM
