New ZealandFirst winner claimed share of record $55m Powerball within hours of drawSaturday's $55 million draw was won by three players, each taking home $18.3m.16 Nov 11:48 PM
ChristchurchNZ Army soldier faces court-martial over allegations he strangled former partnerOne incident allegedly occurred during a Halloween party at the soldiers’ bar at Burnham.16 Nov 11:30 PM
New ZealandRelief after group who missed return time on river trip contact policeThe river is a popular spot for rafting and other water pursuits. 16 Nov 10:25 PM
LifestyleShe was diagnosed with cancer twice. Here’s what she's learned"I'd never wish it upon anybody... but I do thank cancer every day."16 Nov 07:00 PM
OpinionPaul Spoonley: Growing, going, gone: latest numbers show NZ now at risk of population stagnationOPINION: New Zealand recorded population growth of only 0.7% this year.16 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessSmall Business: Piq aims to reshape how Kiwis drink their daily coffeeUniversity student Amber Scott talks to Tom Raynel about her coffee additive start-up Piq.16 Nov 04:00 PM
Crime'People need to see what a monster he is': Rare jail term for repeat sex offenderDean Howard's lack of insight or remorse has led to a jail term without an end date.16 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandWhere the winning record-breaking Lotto tickets were soldThe $55m prize was split three ways in the must-be-won Powerball draw. 15 Nov 10:40 PM
RugbyIreland crush Wallabies in record winAustralia-born Ireland player Mack Hansen’s hat-trick of tries inside half an hour.15 Nov 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDavid FisherDavid Fisher: NZ's top 10 scandals of the century – and where McSkimming ranksFinance companies, Clint Rickards and Jevon McSkimming – among our biggest scandals.15 Nov 07:00 PM
Travel newsTravel Alerts: New cafés, Christmas markets, and luxury dining hotspots for kiwi travellersFestive markets, new dining, and unique travel experiences for Kiwis this season.15 Nov 06:23 PM
TravelWhere Paris meets Melbourne: A boutique escape with calm and charmThe Lyall has reopened after a four-year makeover delayed by Covid.15 Nov 05:58 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment'If we get it wrong, the trust is lost': What really happens inside the chief censor’s officeIn the age of streaming Caroline Flora believes classification's more important than ever.15 Nov 05:55 PM
New ZealandAirbnb railing collapse: Family demand accountability after son left paralysedFin Paddison was in Queenstown with friends.15 Nov 05:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightTraffic jams and turmeric lattes - the urban show no one asked forOPINION: Imagine a celebration of urban behaviour and big city quirks for rural folk.15 Nov 04:00 PM
Racing'Dresses kissed the dirt': NZ Cup punters in frocks and finery drenched amid 'huge' hailRacegoers could be seen slipping and falling on the ground, which was blanketed by hail.15 Nov 04:08 AM
New Zealand'Lucky we weren’t out there with the kids': 'Mini tornado' lifts farm equipment 20m in airOne central Christchurch resident said the weather had 'gone crazy'.15 Nov 03:00 AM
WarriorsWarriors to play Broncos in Brisbane twice as 2026 draw unveiledThe Warriors open 2026 with Friday night games against the Roosters and Raiders.14 Nov 04:11 AM
New Zealand'Not a representation of NZ': Regional chefs disappointed by Michelin Guide snubThe $6.3m deal covers Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown only.13 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandDrugged driver also drank bourbon while driving in lead-up to fatal crashDisqualified driver Carla Murray drove through a stop sign and into a truck's path.13 Nov 04:00 PM
RacingDominion defeat may aid Jilliby Ballerini in Addington contestTuesday's shock Dominion result muddies the waters in today's NZ Trotting Free-For-All.13 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetail‘We want to create the future’: Inside Ikea’s plan to rethink NZ retailIkea visited 500 Kiwi homes to study how people live before its opening.13 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandPolice probe fatal Hurunui crash that closed State Highway 7The crash happened just after midday in Culverden, with a truck hitting a tree.13 Nov 04:33 AM
New ZealandRain, wind and thunder to close out week before sunshine returnsThunderstorms and possible hail could hit Auckland, Northland and Waikato.13 Nov 03:00 AM
New Zealand‘I just killed her’: Spurned lover pounced on mum, stabbing her 55 times in front of kidsNathan Boulter phoned Chch woman 581 times in less than a fortnight before killing her.13 Nov 02:47 AM
PremiumPremiumRetail‘Simply a victim of the economy’: Plant-based firm Grater Goods in liquidationFounder Clare 'Flip' Grater says the company was a victim of the weak economy.13 Nov 01:00 AM
AgribusinessComvita takeover bid looks set to fail ahead of key shareholder meetingProxies representing 80.3% of Comvita shares are already lodged.12 Nov 10:08 PM
New ZealandMan admits murdering Christchurch woman, revealed as Great Barrier hostage taker Nathan Boulter once held a former partner captive for 38 hours on Great Barrier Island.12 Nov 09:54 PM
New ZealandTeen admits online threat to blow up Wellington mosqueLast month's threat specified the address of the Kilbirnie Masjid.12 Nov 09:44 PM
New ZealandCanterbury A&P show returns with royal statusShow was briefly put on ice last year after association said it wasn't financially viable.12 Nov 08:46 PM
RacingFather-son training partnership complete hat-trick of TAB Mile winsPitmans claim victory with Mystic Park in Riccarton feature race after home-track battle.12 Nov 04:00 PM
RacingKingman missing but most big names set for Addington returnThe NZ Cup winner will bypass NZ Free-For-All but many others will return to Addington.12 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandRecord $55m Powerball draw set for Saturday after jackpot rolls overLotto NZ expects stores to be busy as this weekend will be a must be won draw.12 Nov 07:19 AM
Crime'Not cultural ignorance': Refugee’s business was a chop shop for $800k worth of stolen carsStolen cars were quickly dismantled at two of Abdul Ahmadi's yards, then shipped overseas.12 Nov 06:00 AM