PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBackers of Napier rock pool plan excited, say feasibility study shows it's possible'If we don’t have this, in eight to 10 years’ time we won’t have a beach.'19 Aug 06:00 PM
WorldPolice hailed for bravery in 'nightmarish' Tenterfield crossbow attackOfficers were hunted by Ryan Pringle, who threatened them with a crossbow.16 Aug 03:36 AM
New Zealand'Trusted faces': Push for Māori warden volunteers for future natural disasters'We can walk into spaces where other people would just be looked at with suspicion.'15 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: New rescue chopper pads on East Coast to enhance emergency capabilitiesThree new rescue helicopter landing pads on the East Coast officially blessed and opened.15 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFamily pay tribute to victim of fatal stabbing at Awakeri Hot Springs Emergency services were called to Awakeri Hot Springs at 4.30pm on Thursday.15 Aug 01:21 AM
WorldMother killed saving daughter from falling tree branch in UK parkMadia Kauser's husband and 9-year-old son were just yards ahead when the tree branch fell.15 Aug 12:29 AM
New Zealand'Buried alive': Eels likely died due to council contractors not following code of practice'We are in the process of developing a standard operating procedure.'15 Aug 12:16 AM
WorldAustralians consume 22 tonnes of illicit drugs in a year, report revealsCocaine use rose 69%, MDMA 49%, and meth 21% compared to last year.14 Aug 09:47 PM
New Zealand'Falling from the sky': Claims of mystery pigeon poisoner on the loosePolice have investigated but have been unable to confirm the poisoning claims.14 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandMorning swim turns into 'adventure' after special wildlife encounterA resident shouted to get the attention of the two women, then they saw the black dorsal.13 Aug 05:05 AM
New ZealandMystery of $10,000 payments to Mahurangi oyster farmers solved Farmers in seven-year pollution battle fear being 'played like puppets by Watercare'.12 Aug 11:00 PM
New ZealandTe Arawa Lakes Trust seeks stronger water management role amid Ōhau wall issues As lake bed owner, the trust wants more say in decisions impacting Rotoiti water quality.12 Aug 10:30 PM
New Zealand'Staggeringly poor': Police shocked after stores caught selling alcohol to minorPolice 'genuinely shocked' that eight of 11 stores sold alcohol to an underage teen.12 Aug 01:32 AM
New ZealandResidents demand compensation for tyre damage on 'razor-sharp' rural roadsTyre shops confirm there has been a surge in repairs linked to recent road re-metalling.11 Aug 05:24 AM
New Zealand'Children are the future': New group aims to unite farming families“It’s important to have a good network of people around you.”11 Aug 02:30 AM
WorldPolice officer, suspected gunman killed in shooting near Atlanta's CDC campusThe gunman was found dead on the second floor above a CVS drugstore.09 Aug 05:08 AM
New ZealandFrom newcomer to guaranteed councillor, in just five daysFour candidates in Hawke’s Bay are elected unopposed across region's five councils.08 Aug 01:09 AM
KahuLease term shock: Archery club faces sudden relocation off Mt Albert The Tūpuna Maunga Authority decided not to renew the Mt Albert club's lease.08 Aug 12:05 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNick Clark: Why NZ's councils face a financial reckoningOPINION: Councils face rising debt as the Government monitors their performance closely.06 Aug 11:34 PM
WorldThe clock conundrum: Hotel's plea to quiet chimes sparks debateThe clock chimes every 15 minutes, disturbing hotel guests at night.06 Aug 08:41 PM
New ZealandSt John planning to axe raft of community programmesThe plan would affect hospital volunteers, community carers and pet therapy services.06 Aug 05:21 AM
New Zealand'Voices not heard': Marina takes another step, Bay of Islands iwi oppose fast-track planThe marina will offer berths for 200-250 boats, including 14 superyacht spaces.05 Aug 11:06 PM
New ZealandRecord facility investment recorded for Gisborne's economic development agencyTrust Tairāwhiti supported 216 local businesses, delivering $114k in capability funding.05 Aug 04:00 AM
New ZealandTwo councillors and two newcomers challenge Tapsell for Rotorua mayorA total of 40 are standing for seats in Rotorua Lakes Council's local election.04 Aug 07:52 PM
WorldSearch intensifies for British woman missing from Greek beachMichele Bourda, 59, vanished from Ofrynio beach while her husband slept.04 Aug 07:37 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGary Gotlieb: Helipads, boatsheds and NZ's unfair resource consent systemOPINION: The RMA process makes it easier for wealthy applicants to get consent.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandOperator of troubled Kāeo water scheme trespassed from plantThe operator was trespassed from Kāeo’s treatment plant over unpaid rent.04 Aug 02:44 AM
Kahu$28m funding for Northland kura, opposed Kaiwaka school to open by 2028Te Kura o Ngāringaomatariki will move 11km to a new campus in Kaiwaka.03 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil defers water agreement with iwi until after electionsThe trust board says the decision shows a double standard on consultation.03 Aug 06:18 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: How a few muddy hot pools were transformed into a multimillion-dollar attractionLong renowned for its healing powers, Ngāwhā Springs has undergone a $4.3m upgrade. 02 Aug 10:00 PM
WorldSummer camp poisoning: Former vet faces ill-treatment chargesBritish police have charged Jonathan Ruben, 76, with ill-treatment of three children.02 Aug 04:15 AM
New ZealandCommunity trust gives struggling Hastings youth a second chanceAwhi Trust supports rangatahi outside mainstream education in Hastings.01 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘Oh bugger’: Rescuer’s truck sinks while saving woman stranded in Bay of Plenty floodsDuring a mission to rescue a woman stuck on top of her car, the truck got swallowed01 Aug 02:13 AM
New ZealandCan Rotorua hit 'ambitious' voter turnout target?Rotorua aims for 50% voter turnout in October’s local election.31 Jul 09:36 PM
