New ZealandCricket bat killer explains 'disgusting act' 12 years onMan who bashed stepdad to death finally offers some insight.12 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandAurora's back: Spectacular colours take over New Zealand's night skyThe aurora was visible in the lower North Island and the South Island last night.11 Oct 09:41 PM
New ZealandHow to see the aurora tonight: More light shows likely to dazzleThe aurora may be visible in the lower North Island and the South Island tonight.11 Oct 04:50 AM
New Zealand'Covered in blood': Taxi driver stabbed, goes to McDonald’s for helpAn Auckland woman appeared in court this morning charged over the assault.10 Oct 09:30 PM
New ZealandTense scenes as mosque attack terrorist's gun licence referees speak at inquestOne man told a lawyer to 'sit down' and refused to answer her question.10 Oct 08:54 PM
New Zealand‘Taken too soon’: Grandparents named as victims of fatal crashCouple, who had eight grandchildren, died after two-vehicle smash in Kirwee.10 Oct 07:48 AM
New ZealandBeachside mansion owner upsets locals with efforts to scare off seagullsThe high-pitched sound is designed to keep seagulls away.09 Oct 09:43 PM
New Zealand'You will live with this tragedy': Father avoids jail over crash that killed his childrenThe tragedy happened when the family was going to see the snow for the first time.09 Oct 02:51 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly sad': Woman found dead at Christchurch property ‘did a lot' for communityThe woman had been part of the local neighbourhood watch for decades, her neighbour said.09 Oct 02:45 AM
New Zealand'It's pretty rough': Colleagues witness ‘devoted’ dad's exploding tyre deathThe man was doing a routine fitting when the tyre burst.08 Oct 11:21 PM
New ZealandMan charged with Christchurch murder known to alleged victimEmergency services were called to a home on Mt Pleasant Rd at 5pm yesterday.08 Oct 10:10 PM
PremiumPremiumNetball'Our next Silver Ferns': Netball's elite and their superstar coachesFormer Silver Ferns are coaching the next generation at the National School Champs.08 Oct 06:56 PM
New ZealandMan charged with murder after woman's body found at Christchurch houseEmergency services were called to a home on Mount Pleasant Rd at 5pm yesterday.08 Oct 12:40 AM
New Zealand'No simple answer': Student party crush tragedy sparks safety callsCoroner makes safety recommendations five years after Sophia Crestani's death.07 Oct 09:00 PM
New ZealandWhale watching while picking winter-grown greens'People have seen whales out there and a lot of dolphins. It’s absolutely fantastic.'07 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Heartbreaking': Patient accommodation forced to turn away hundreds gets lifelineRānui House had to turn away 664 families last year because it was full.07 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Mum’s home stolen’: Man charged after disappearance of tiny homeA 40-year-old is due to appear in court charged with burglary.07 Oct 06:00 AM
New ZealandSecond person dies in hospital after Canterbury crashOne person died at the scene, a person travelling with them died in hospital a day later.07 Oct 03:05 AM
EntertainmentKiwi film opens Hawai’i International Film FestivalMiki Magasiva’s Christchurch-based film has 'incredible' world premiere in Honolulu.07 Oct 01:24 AM
New ZealandMan critically injured after one-punch attack in ChristchurchThe victim was unconscious and in critical condition when police found him.04 Oct 11:20 PM
New Zealand'Living fossils': Rare species found at stream restoration siteSurprise discovery may change the future of the restoration project.04 Oct 04:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandElite high school’s new $16m gym — and the old boy who backed itIs this New Zealand's best school gym? The newest facility in our oldest private school.04 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandOne dead, two critically injured in serious crash near ChristchurchEmergency services rushed to the scene on Old West Coast Rd in Kirwee, Selwyn overnight.03 Oct 08:24 PM
New ZealandEvacuated residents flee flooded homes overnight, damage still unknown‘I’ve got an autistic son who didn’t want to get out of the car.'03 Oct 07:59 PM
TravelIs Christchurch now the coolest place in Aotearoa?Creatives and community leaders believe Christchurch is enjoying a cultural renaissance.02 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Nothing short of a miracle': Snorkelling victim had turned life around, dedicated family manPaora Poihipi was doing what he loved before he tragically died.02 Oct 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumMotorsport'I want to be F1 world champion': Meet the Kiwi teen tipped as the next Liam LawsonA teen driver is set on F1, top school ballers battle it out, Light Bears go flat.01 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandDrunk women not 'asking for trouble': Rape trial judge debunks 'common misconceptions'Judge in serial rape trial addresses 'common misconceptions' around sex crimes.01 Oct 05:00 AM
New Zealand'He is an animal': Ex-partner of now convicted serial rapist speaksThe woman says John Hope Muchirahondo just 'took what he wanted'.30 Sep 08:00 PM
New ZealandDetective's 'worst-case scenario': Serial rapist allegedly assaulted teen while under police investigationInside the police case that brought down a 'vile' serial rapist.30 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandSouth Island towns lose power after helicopter strikes transmission linesA crop-dusting helicopter caused a power outage in Lake Tekapo and Albury this morning.30 Sep 01:02 AM
New ZealandParaglider flown to hospital after being critically hurt in fallEmergency services rushed to scene after reports of fall from height.30 Sep 12:49 AM
New ZealandExplained: The 'excessive red tape' behind Timaru meatworks closureAbout 600 people could lose their jobs.29 Sep 11:03 PM
New ZealandProposed closure of Timaru meatworks 'pretty foreboding' – minister'It's a wake-up call, we as a Government have got to take this seriously.'29 Sep 10:57 PM
