New ZealandMan accused of axe attack on police station faces courtMark Christiansen, 55, faces charges including burglary with a weapon.27 Mar 03:17 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyWill Contact’s plan to buy Manawa Energy get over the line?The Commerce Commission's decision is due before the end of the month.27 Mar 03:10 AM
New ZealandMan charged with murder after Kawerau deathThe accused will appear in Hamilton District Court tomorrow.27 Mar 01:33 AM
New ZealandWhy Tauranga’s water service delivery options have sparked debateCouncil discusses ministerial influence on Tauranga's Local Waters Done Well planning.27 Mar 12:17 AM
New ZealandStomped, punched and kicked: Man sentenced for brutal assault on dogBubby suffered a fractured metacarpal bone from the abuse.26 Mar 11:37 PM
New Zealand‘Horrific experience’: Canadian hockey coach admits causing crash that injured playersHer name suppression was dropped when she appeared in court in Tauranga today.26 Mar 11:19 PM
New ZealandMan charged after alleged break-in at Murupara police stationA man broke into the unmanned Murupara police station at 6:45am yesterday.26 Mar 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘End of an era’: Aching bones of landmark highway house further crippled by fireThe historic house on State Highway 2, abandoned since the late 1960s, damaged in fire.26 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Frankly evil’: Judge slams Mongrel Mob's ‘gratuitous’ attack that left one man deadJustice Andrew Becroft: 'It was mob violence. Metaphorically and literally.'26 Mar 07:23 AM
New ZealandRotorua water to be fluoridated by FridayThe council will also make two temporary sources of unfluoridated water available.26 Mar 05:33 AM
New ZealandHeart and sleep tests available at new Rotorua clinicPatients will no longer need to travel to Hamilton for two private diagnostic tests.26 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandMan in custody after allegedly forcing his way into unmanned police stationArmed police were called to the scene but police say there was no public danger. 26 Mar 01:02 AM
New ZealandNew automated gate to guard Lake Ōkataina against gold clamThe gate cost $32,669, and was funded by local councils and Biosecurity NZ.26 Mar 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘It can be more rewarding’: Young duo’s mission to save feral kittensThe rescue aims to make stray cats friendly and ready for adoption.26 Mar 12:54 AM
New ZealandTauranga Special School: Diamond jubileePrincipal Barrie Wickens takes NZME on a tour of Tauranga Special School in 18th Avenue. Video / Tom EleyWatch26 Mar 12:53 AM
New ZealandArmed police in MuruparaArmed police are stationed outside Murupara Police Station and at nearby cordons as an 'active incident' unfolds. Video / Ben FraserWatch25 Mar 10:29 PM
New Zealand$2.1m wharf project launched at Matakana Island for community useThe new $2.1m wharf at Panepane Point will replace the damaged 1980s structure.25 Mar 06:42 PM
New Zealand‘I am a strong person but I am scared’: Food charity volunteer attackedShe and her husband run a food service that feeds up to 3500 people a week.25 Mar 05:54 PM
Project Auckland‘Become NZ’s most efficient’: Port CEO on driving Auckland’s economic futureWhat must Auckland do to help the port fulfil its potential? 25 Mar 03:59 PM
Project AucklandAuckland’s $9.4b tech sector drives push for innovation hubAuckland generates over half of NZ's revenue from top 200 tech companies.25 Mar 03:59 PM
New Zealand'They hold no mana': Victim's sister condemns gang who killed her brother in retaliatory attackMitchell Te Kani died after a group of Mongrel Mob members stormed his parent's home.25 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandLifetime’s work ‘gone’: Farmer fights animal cruelty jail sentenceA jury found he failed to properly feed 834 pregnant sheep, 86 cattle and 32 heifers.25 Mar 04:00 AM
All BlacksGrizz Wyllie: The soft side of All Blacks legendary hard manAlex Wyllie introduced grid skill training to NZ rugby in 1982.25 Mar 03:45 AM
New Zealand‘Heartstring stuff’: Former politician wants reserve returned to whānau'We think it’s appropriate it comes back to our whānau.'25 Mar 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyAsset values up only $100m since 2022: New report on 10 biggest iwiMost iwi had positive financial returns in 2024, an improvement on 2023: latest report25 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandRevealed: Which BoP communities may move to a new electorateThousands of people affected by proposed electorate border reshuffle.25 Mar 01:36 AM
New Zealand‘Explosive activity’ at Whakaari: Ballistic blocks ejected 600mVent temperatures rose from 220C in January to 360C recently.25 Mar 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessE-motorbike maker Ubco owes $36m, potential purchaser emergesThe firm went into receivership in January, having raised tens of millions from investors.25 Mar 12:00 AM
New ZealandWhakaari/White Island timelapseRecent timelapse taken of Whakaari/White Island. Evidence of fresh explosive activity had been seen on the island. Video / Damian Rahmann PhotographyWatch24 Mar 11:08 PM
New ZealandMan charged with manslaughter, unlawful hunting after Kawerau man’s deathA man will appear in the Rotorua District Court accused of Stuart Stobie's manslaughter.24 Mar 10:48 PM
New ZealandHow much a 12% rates rise could add to Tauranga homeowners' billsThe mayor says the council found $29m in savings to get the overall rise down to 12%. 24 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Sick, monstrous desires’: Sexual blackmail victim confronts religious leader'This is who you are, a small, weak, disgusting man who preys on younger males.'24 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Tragically taken': Tributes flow for 'beautiful man' killed on hunting tripStuart Stobie was 'tragically taken in a hunting accident'.24 Mar 04:34 AM
New ZealandSH5 crash: Driver appears in Tauranga court facing 11 chargesShe has not entered pleas to the charges. 24 Mar 04:03 AM