New ZealandFacebook SOS sparks race to pluck 94-year-old from Tairua floodsThe 94-year-old was trapped in a flooded Tairua bach garage.21 Jan 04:51 AM
New ZealandBrave dad saves daughter and partner from flooded home by kayakNeck-deep, fast-flowing water surrounded their stilt house before dawn.21 Jan 01:15 AM
New ZealandSand mining firm investigated by DoC over protected coralThe firm is seeking Fast Track consent to mine sand at Bream Bay.20 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldSydney Harbour Australia Day swim cancelled after fourth shark attack in three daysSharkSmart has closed Point Plomer beach after multiple bull shark sightings.20 Jan 02:42 AM
New ZealandNorthland communities dig in as flooding, slips and more severe weather looms An Ōakura local measured 289mm of rain on Sunday, the worst deluge in more than 40 years.19 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandGovernment considering ban on rock pool harvesting in AucklandNgāti Manuhiri wants a two-year shellfish ban along Auckland's east coast.18 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandRock pools 'ransacked': Govt seeks urgent advice after Army Bay protestShane Jones has asked Fisheries New Zealand for urgent advice on the issue.18 Jan 05:38 AM
New Zealand'Stronger together': Pāpāmoa Neighbourhood Support seeks new membersThere are areas with no street coverage and a co-ordinator with an 'impossible' workload.17 Jan 11:00 PM
AucklandAuckland swimmers warned off as wastewater still leaves many beaches unsafeMore than 20 Auckland beaches remain under 'do not swim' black flags.17 Jan 03:00 AM
New Zealand'They have taken over': CBD grapples with growing homelessness issuesOwners report aggressive acts, damage, daily clean-ups and frustration.16 Jan 05:00 PM
AucklandMost Auckland beaches unsafe to swim due to faecal contaminationHeavy rain has put many of Auckland's beaches off-limits to swimmers. 16 Jan 07:00 AM
New ZealandTakapau reserve: Council seeks feedback on 33-year land lease proposalThe Trust wants to build a community services hub and medical centre on the land.14 Jan 01:44 AM
New ZealandCouncil opens door to private management of night marketExpressions of interest in managing the event are now open. 13 Jan 05:00 PM
CrimeFishers warned: Prosecution likely for illegal toheroa, excess tuatua this summerTaking prohibited toheroa can mean a $500 fine or a court prosecution.10 Jan 11:00 PM
WorldRubbish dump collapse: Rescue workers race to find 38 missingThe collapse hit afternoon workers at Cebu's Binaliw Landfill in the Philippines.09 Jan 04:03 AM
New ZealandHeat alert as weekend highs tipped to climb into 30sGisborne is forecast to hit 32C tomorrow, with a 33C peak on Sunday.09 Jan 03:14 AM
New ZealandFree week of bus travel as Hawke’s Bay unveils biggest network shake-up in yearsAll GoBay services will be free for all passengers from January 25 to 31.09 Jan 03:14 AM
New ZealandSummer scorcher: The Bay swim spots to enjoy and those to avoid this weekendMany people in the region will be looking for the perfect place to cool off this weekend. 09 Jan 01:00 AM
Kahu'The only noise is ourselves' – inside iwi's river journeyParts of the Whanganui River are closed to other users during Tira Hoe Waka.08 Jan 10:05 PM
New ZealandFears many sport clubs don’t realise they’re about to be dissolvedMany codes, including rugby, netball and cricket, still have low sign-up rates.06 Jan 12:53 AM
New ZealandThunderstorms hammer North Island as mayor opens relief fund for residentsThunderstorms with hail up to 20mm in diameter are possible from Taranaki to Auckland.02 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Deeply connected': Planting project unites community and tourismThe Ōkārito initiative has planted more than 6000 native trees.01 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldAltadena fire recovery: One year on, town rebuilds after deadly blazeNearly 6000 Altadena homes were destroyed or damaged in the Eaton Fire.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Actually flabbergasted’: Rotorua CAB manager honoured for decades of serviceJane Richards appointed a member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for her work.30 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldNo holidays off: One man’s daily commitment to walking shelter dogsSince 2018, Darren Genson has walked shelter dogs every morning before work.29 Dec 09:32 PM
EntertainmentMiles Teller surprises wife with recreated wedding dress lost in LA firesMiles Teller secretly commissioned an exact replica before Christmas Day.28 Dec 04:41 AM
New ZealandHead lifeguard in Christmas Day double rescueAn Ōpunakē surf lifeguard is credited with being part of two Christmas Day rescues. 26 Dec 01:55 AM
New Zealand'Quite hairy': Four swept off their feet and into rip by strong currentsOne Waipātiki Beach lifeguard managed to rescue three people in one go.26 Dec 01:32 AM
New ZealandNew trustees named: Jones refreshes boards overseeing $3.5b in community assetsShane Jones has named 29 new trustees and reappointed nine across the 12 boards.25 Dec 08:00 PM
WorldHow a Maine father and son turned hungry deer into global livestream starsFather and son Richard and Randy McMahon feed up to 250 deer each winter.24 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas at the zoo: No rest for the wildKeepers at Auckland Zoo spend Christmas Day giving animals extra treats and care.24 Dec 03:27 AM
New ZealandGetting kids active: $1 for young people to get into public pools in HastingsNew free membership is open to Hastings residents aged 12 to 24.23 Dec 08:55 PM
WorldWatch: The moment canal collapse swallows boat in UKThe Canal and River Trust has closed the towpath and launched an investigation.22 Dec 08:30 PM
New ZealandWhangārei parents push for safer crossing after mother and child hit by carA petition led by teacher Penny Honey is calling for a full safety upgrade.22 Dec 05:00 PM
