PhotosThe Covid-19 lockdown of New Zealand started at 11:59pm 25 March 2020. This is what it was like on the first morning.The Covid-19 lockdown of New Zealand started at 11:59pm 25 March 2020. This is what it was like on the first morning.25 Mar 11:40 PM
World29 prisoners escape from Samoan prisonAll police officers have been told to report for duty after prison breakout.23 Mar 08:01 AM
New ZealandPerson dies in fiery Waikato crashThe vehicle caught fire shortly after the crash in Karapiro.22 Mar 09:31 AM
New ZealandCoronavirus: NZ has 14 new cases of Covid-19; total 66The country's alert level is still at two, Director-General of Health says.22 Mar 12:28 AM
New ZealandCoronavirus: University limits face-to-face teachingMassey Uni students told to prepare to study from home for an "extended period".19 Mar 09:06 AM
New Zealand'I'm looking after myself': Prominent Southlander infected with coronavirus'I'm feeling 85 per cent normal' says quarantined businessman Neil McAra.19 Mar 02:26 AM
New ZealandAbortion reform bill passes into lawThe conscience vote on the polarising legislation passed its final reading 68-51.18 Mar 07:19 AM
New ZealandCoronavirus-infected flyer arrived after travel restrictions beganThere are currently 20 confirmed cases of Covid-19 in New Zealand, as of Wednesday.18 Mar 05:48 AM
New ZealandCoronavirus: Send your kids to school – it's the safest place for them, says Education Minister Chris HipkinsSchool closures are currently not on the horizon.16 Mar 10:00 PM
New ZealandCoronavirus: Z cuts fuel prices by 5c nationwideThe impact of coronavirus on the oil market is a major factor behind the fuel price drop.15 Mar 08:18 PM
New ZealandManhunt under way: Man points gun at officers, steals police carA major police operation is unfolding where they are hunting a speeding vehicle.14 Mar 12:00 PM
New ZealandTwo shot in South Auckland, police seek public helpTwo men are undergoing surgery for gunshot wounds at Middlemore Hospital.14 Mar 07:35 AM
New ZealandCoronavirus scare at Rotorua courthouse, police stationDecontamination of all sites, including the Rotorua courthouse, will take place.12 Mar 02:09 AM
New ZealandCritical injuries after workplace accidentEmergency services rushed to the accident at Countdown Auckland City.10 Mar 02:43 AM
New ZealandAuckland Prison death: Police release name of victimThe inmate died after being attacked by a fellow prisoner inside Paremoremo Prison.05 Mar 11:26 PM
New ZealandDelays on Auckland's motorways following crashesCrashes on Southern Motorway and Harbour Bridge are slowing down the morning commute.05 Mar 07:12 PM
New ZealandCoronavirus traveller: Softball World Cup staff on flight with infected patientSoftball World Cup staff had been in Palmerston North.04 Mar 03:46 AM
WorldOne shot, dozens taken hostage in Philippines shopping mallAn ex security guard opened fire and took dozens of people hostage in Manila.02 Mar 07:35 AM
New ZealandOne person burned in ammonia spill; residents told to stay indoorsResidents have been told to stay indoors, close windows and avoid using air conditioning.19 Feb 06:30 AM
Entertainment'I'm incredibly disappointed': Elton John's next two Auckland concerts cannedAll remaining Australian shows will go ahead as planned.18 Feb 09:39 AM
New ZealandCrews contain fire after it rips through 40 hectaresAt one stage the blaze threatened up to 10 homes.13 Feb 05:48 AM
New ZealandChild seen running from Tauranga home where two men shot deadPolice received reports of a firearm incident at McLaren Falls near Tauranga.11 Feb 10:06 PM
New ZealandMan charged with assaulting 5yo who died in hospital can now be namedThe 24-year-old was charged with assault of a boy, 5, who later died.11 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandTrain vs truck: Serious crash near ChristchurchInformation is limited but emergency services are at the scene in Flaxton, Waimakariri.09 Feb 06:28 PM
New ZealandOne dead, two injured in Karioitahi Beach water incidentTwo people have been taken to hospital after getting into difficulty at Karioitahi Beach.09 Feb 08:12 AM
New ZealandCar alight after Kerikeri crashA chopper has been called to take one seriously injured person to hospital.09 Feb 06:04 AM
New ZealandMotorcyclist killed in serious crash in Manawatu-WanganuiThe crash was reported just after 3pm.09 Feb 02:47 AM
New Zealand5.5 magnitude earthquake rumbles east of TaurangaThe quake struck 30km east of Tauranga.04 Feb 09:59 AM
New ZealandHuman bones found encased in concrete at Mt Eden propertyThe remains were found on Friday in the upmarket Auckland suburb.03 Feb 12:29 AM
New ZealandDigger driver uncovers suspected human remains at Mt Eden propertyAn object of interest was found by a digger driver working at the property.31 Jan 02:43 AM
New ZealandPerson critically injured after assault in Lower HuttPolice were called just before 7pm.30 Jan 08:40 AM
New ZealandTwo charged in connection with Taita homicideA woman has been charged with murder.30 Jan 08:25 AM
New ZealandQueenstown fire under controlTwo helicopter and ten police officers are fighting the fire30 Jan 01:47 AM
New ZealandWhite Island death toll rises to 21One person died at Middlemore Hospital overnight from their injuries.29 Jan 06:11 AM