PoliticsCitizens' arrest restraining powers ‘very problematic’ - legal expertOne retailer says the Government hasn't learned from the death of a dairy manager in 2022.27 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandConstable who admits making 'disgusting comment' about colleague takes police to ERAThe officer only found out he was being investigated after being declined a new job.27 Feb 05:53 AM
Crime‘I saw a stab wound’: Teen bystander tried to stop fatal Dunedin bus hub fightThe teenage witness held his hoodie to the other boy's stab wound.27 Feb 03:07 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: The truth behind NZ Rugby’s unstoppable coaching exodusOPINION: NZ Rugby can't seem to keep the conductors.27 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandMan who raped woman beside her sleeping child appeals sentence on ‘character’ groundsGabriel Apolonio's lawyer said he deserved a shorter jail term due to 'good character'.26 Feb 09:00 PM
New ZealandThe growing number of ‘sovereign citizens’ clogging up courtsA man in Dunedin argued a judge lacked jurisdiction over his theft case.26 Feb 08:05 PM
WarriorsWatch: On board with 300 Warriors fans flying to Las VegasShaun Johnson helped serve dinner on the flight, surprising fans.26 Feb 07:33 PM
Kahu‘A huge moment’: Te Matatini’s cultural impact on TaranakiMore than 70,000 visitors are expected in New Plymouth during Te Matatini.26 Feb 04:58 PM
KahuWhy Te Matatini 2025 is drawing record crowdsAll tickets for the 2025 Te Matatini finals day are sold out.26 Feb 05:37 AM
New Zealand'Exposed and difficult terrain': Female tramper dies in fall at Mt Aspiring National ParkHer death has been referred to the coroner.26 Feb 05:36 AM
Crime‘A scared child’: 13yo fatally stabbed teen at bus hub after being told to pull down his socksEnere McLaren-Taana was fatally stabbed at Dunedin's bus hub last year.26 Feb 05:15 AM
Super RugbySuper Rugby team lists: Chiefs lose another to season-ending injuryAll the ins and outs ahead of the third round of the Super Rugby Pacific season. 26 Feb 03:10 AM
New ZealandSuppression lifted: Former priest named as alleged St Bede’s College sex abuserEx school priest, dean charged with historical sexual offences from 1996 to 2000.26 Feb 01:24 AM
New ZealandSingle gunshot heard before body found: Police reveal new information in 1998 murder cold casePolice have reopened a cold case from 1998 in Kakapotahi, West Coast.25 Feb 09:18 PM
KahuWhy Te Matatini’s global potential excites the Finance MinisterŌpotiki Mai Tawhiti's performance honoured past members, including Ricky Mitai.25 Feb 05:38 PM
KahuHow a $48.7m boost is shaping the future of kapa hakaFinance Minister Nicola Willis received a rock star welcome at Te Matatini's opening day.25 Feb 05:31 AM
New Zealand‘Effectively a riot’: Intoxicated group causes havoc after national rowing champsAround 500 intoxicated people flooded the town, police say.25 Feb 02:28 AM
New ZealandNeighbours recall ‘large boom’ as Christchurch house fire eruptsFive fire crews responded to the blaze at Clotilda Place, Bishopdale.25 Feb 12:59 AM
New Zealand‘Unusual’ presence: Chinese Navy exercise disrupts transtasman flightsThe Chinese Navy ships are now 218 nautical miles east of Tasmania.25 Feb 12:47 AM
New Zealand'It broke my heart': Mother's grief after man filmed himself abusing infant and toddlerDamian Nigal Archbold was caught after uploading material he made to social media.25 Feb 12:41 AM
New ZealandFog disrupts multiple flights out of Christchurch Airport At least 17 flights have been affected.24 Feb 09:20 PM
KahuHistoric pōwhiri kicks off biggest Te Matatini festivalThe festival's opening ceremony included a new taonga gifting by the Rangi whānau.24 Feb 07:24 PM
New ZealandMan arrested after allegedly discharging shotgun in ChristchurchPolice were called to an address on Emmett St about 4.40pm.24 Feb 07:00 AM
Business‘Bit of a sweet spot’: NZ house price optimism surgesA net 33% expect prices to rise; 23% think it's a good time to buy.23 Feb 10:38 PM
New ZealandFive people injured in Canterbury crashEmergency services were called to the scene about 5.30pm.23 Feb 05:55 AM
New ZealandAaliyah Hunt’s international dance triumph: How hard work pays offAaliyah Hunt has been dancing since she was 3 and aspires to dance on cruise ships.22 Feb 11:11 PM
New ZealandCancer Society funds boost ovarian cancer detection researchThe researchers aim to create early detection tests, improving survival rates.22 Feb 09:15 PM
New ZealandChina’s military moves in Pacific pose growing threat, expert warnsLive firing exercises by China have forced aircraft to divert flight paths.22 Feb 08:39 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Economic recovery has begun. Here’s what the new normal looks likeHistory suggests only a short window before the next black swan event rattles our economy.22 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: How Facebook Marketplace scams are catching out KiwisNetsafe has reported a steady stream of scam cases.22 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandApocalypse now: Doomsday bunker secretly installed in NZUnderground shelter clients sought the ‘beauty, isolation, security’ of NZ.22 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandArmed police surround Christchurch house; neighbours heard screamingPolice reportedly toss 'flash grenades' in Richmond home.22 Feb 04:15 AM
New Zealand‘Pure heartlessness’: Man laundered $44k from 22 victims for Kenya-based scammersPatrick Neho claimed he did it to feed his children but in reality, he fed his addictions.22 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandArmed man sighted at Christchurch, police take person into custody Reports of an armed man at Spencerville came in just after midday. 22 Feb 01:58 AM
