ChristchurchBaker bashed in random attack at city mall while selling cookies, kids left 'traumatised'Matt Sherwood lost six teeth after being punched at his cookie stall.07 Oct 07:41 PM
ChristchurchBody found in search for missing Fiordland hunterThe man was reported missing after failing to return from a Monday hunt.07 Oct 12:55 AM
WorldArrest of Des Moines schools' chief sparks vetting questionsICE agents said Ian Roberts was found with US$3000, a handgun and a hunting knife.06 Oct 05:00 PM
LifestyleHow prepared is NZ for the coming dementia wave?Health advocates warn Māori, Pacific and Asian communities face fastest rise.05 Oct 09:26 PM
New ZealandRototuna boil-water notice keeps Hamilton schools closed for two daysAbout 29,000 residents in north Hamilton remain under the boil-water notice.05 Oct 03:42 AM
New ZealandThe march of the wallaby: Eradication drive begins on Dunedin's doorstepSince 2011, 22 wallaby sightings have been reported around Dunedin.02 Oct 09:00 PM
World'He has to be somewhere': Police release photo of missing 4yo after days-long searchOfficers in South Australia are preparing Gus’ family for the likelihood of tragic news.02 Oct 07:48 AM
World'It's a child's footprint': Hope after clue in search for missing boy GusForty-eight Australian Defence Force personnel joined the search on Thursday.02 Oct 12:48 AM
New Zealand'Pathetic': Locals blast Woolworths parking rule sparking community feudLocals fear the rule will hurt small shops as shoppers avoid popping between stores.01 Oct 09:00 PM
New ZealandTe Mata Peak at centre of long‑tailed bat surveyLocals within 25km can host detectors to capture rare-bat activity.30 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldParis deputy mayor defends rats as waste‑eating allies, not urban pestsRats consume around 100 tonnes of waste daily, helping keep Paris sewers clear.29 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhat we know about the suspect in the Michigan church shootingPolice say Thomas Jacob Sanford served in the Marines and fought in Iraq.29 Sep 07:17 AM
New ZealandHow Wellington households must use sprinklers under new water rulesRunning a garden hose for 12 minutes uses up one person's total daily average.28 Sep 04:14 AM
New ZealandMayoral candidate Shakaina Fraser revelling in ‘dark horse’ tagGetting people off the streets is a key issue: 'Some used to own or rent homes'.25 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandEels attacked with machete and stones in Tasman creekCouncil staff say the cruel behaviour has resurfaced after earlier attempts to stop it.25 Sep 05:48 AM
New Zealand'I was so naive': Kaikōura councillor recalls shock at being paid for roleShe was first elected weeks before the 7.8-magnitude quake in November 2016.25 Sep 04:49 AM
New Zealand538 votes to 2: The little South Island town fighting against a drive-through liquor storeLake Hāwea, home to about 2300 people, currently has no dedicated liquor store.24 Sep 02:04 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldInuit hamlet grows fresh produce in Arctic greenhouse experimentNew York Times: Fresh fruit and vegetables are now being grown year-round in Gjoa Haven.23 Sep 05:00 PM
Christchurch'Incredibly sad': Community comes to grips after unidentified man with unusual birthmark found deadThe man is believed to be in his 30s or 40s with a birthmark on his forearm.22 Sep 04:09 AM
New ZealandCommunity garden grows kai and connection“Gardens grow vegetables, orchards grow fruit, but community gardens grow people.”19 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We will all run dry': Locals warn fast-track energy plan risks water supplyA 2023 council report warned drops could cut off Hāwea Flat’s drinking water.18 Sep 10:25 PM
New ZealandDivers find ute that took a dip in Napier’s inner harbourThe Hilux floated for roughly 70m before sinking to the depths below off Meeanee Quay.18 Sep 03:32 AM
New Zealand'Struggling': The small town where rates debt doubled in just one yearIndebted homeowners owed an average of $1244 to the council.16 Sep 10:53 PM
WorldTrump sends Guard to Memphis as unusual policing role expandsIn Washington, 2300 Guard members have carried out patrols and clean-ups.16 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldGreen bus shelters: How living roofs cool cities and support pollinatorsBoston says greening all 8000 shelters would add 7ha of green space.15 Sep 06:00 PM
WorldInside Spain’s rural revival: Foreign buyers, eco‑villages and new jobsSpain’s rural population fell 4.4% from 2014 to 2023 despite national growth.15 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInside Napier’s first citizens’ assembly: 40 locals shaping city's aquatic future'It won’t probably solve all the issues, but already we’ve got quite a lot of ideas.'15 Sep 03:46 AM
TravelOne way to truly immerse yourself when visiting NepalTired of being a tourist? It may be time to try this travel approach. 12 Sep 07:30 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay Regional Council - will the cyclone define this year’s election?Hawke’s Bay Today asked all HBRC candidates how they thought council handled the cyclone.12 Sep 06:00 PM
New Zealand'What community care looks like': Offroading club helps remove close to 400 tyres from riverbankThe 4X4 club, whose oldest member is 24, plans to make it a monthly event. 11 Sep 10:48 PM
New ZealandLocal elections: Geoff Hipango’s vision for community prosperity'I absolutely love this place, and I want to see it thrive.'11 Sep 10:34 PM
New Zealand'Larger than life': Crash victim remembered as 'sparkling, eccentric' womanMartje 'Marcia' Eastment died after a two-vehicle crash in Matamata on August 16.10 Sep 07:00 PM
New ZealandTeen steps up: Gisborne fire brigade’s young volunteer answers the callGisborne relies on volunteers, with the nearest career stations hours away.10 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Not about taking the freedom': Council adopts new camping bylawTararua freedom campers and council now have bylaw in place to better manage camping. 10 Sep 05:00 PM
