New ZealandBattle to protect Bay waters from invasive pestsThe seaweed caulerpa and freshwater gold clams threaten to overwhelm native species.16 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleAround the Arctic in 400 days: Sir Graeme Dingle joins exclusive club of global explorers He slept with a short barrel shotgun and swapped his boots for locally sewn muklaks. 14 Nov 06:00 PM
New ZealandFrom quarry to sanctuary: Sculpture Park and arboretum turn over new leafDorothy and John Wakeling hand over the Waikato park after a 34-year transformation.13 Nov 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Lack of empathy': Fire brigade's plea after public abuse following fatal crash'Don’t harass or yell at the volunteers on the ground. That isn’t cool at all.'13 Nov 03:50 AM
New ZealandMan admits murdering Christchurch woman, revealed as Great Barrier hostage taker Nathan Boulter once held a former partner captive for 38 hours on Great Barrier Island.12 Nov 09:54 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyGlittering promises: What New Zealand’s new planned gold mines will deliverGold prices have surged past $7000 an ounce, driving new mine projects.12 Nov 06:00 PM
New ZealandThunder, torrents and 100km/h gusts: North Island braces for severe weatherMetService warns of rain and strong gusts as the weather system moves south.12 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandSerious crash blocks southern access to WhitiangaPolice say one person has serious injuries after the crash near Moewai Rd.11 Nov 10:59 PM
New ZealandThunderstorm risk as wild weather set to drench upper North IslandHeavy rain watches are in place from Northland to Gisborne on Wednesday.11 Nov 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Possible thunderstorms in Auckland': Heavy rain to lash North Island this eveningThe thunderstorms are forecast to lash Auckland down to the Hawke's Bay. 10 Nov 04:19 AM
New ZealandMissed cancer diagnosis: Woman complained about 'horrendous stomach pains' for two yearsThe woman, who has since died, lost 6kg in 4 weeks but wasn't referred for further tests.10 Nov 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumCommodities'Short-changed': Experts question gold royalties for new major projectsMore than a decade on, the Crown's established gold royalties still haven't kicked in.09 Nov 06:00 PM
Crime'Good fortune no one was killed': Thief caused head-on crash after aiming stolen car at policeHakaraia Stanley was high on meth and ketamine when he led police on a 90min pursuit.09 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorm watch continues across upper North IslandMetService says rainfall could cause flash flooding and hazardous driving.09 Nov 02:57 AM
New ZealandThunderstorm watch: Downpours and hail possible for Auckland, NorthlandMetService warns risk of flash flooding in low-lying areas. 07 Nov 10:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Gold or shares – which one is better?OPINION: Gold has risen lately, but that might not make it the best option long-term.07 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandLate call-up leads Hauraki fighter to victory in controversial 1‑minute fight seriesDan Hooker’s backyard fight series has drawn criticism over safety risks.07 Nov 04:00 AM
Lifestyle‘Navigating this transition’: Former All Black Aaron Smith confirms marriage splitSmith and wife Teagan Voykovich have separated after four years of marriage.07 Nov 02:39 AM
New ZealandTwo killed in crash near PaeroaState Highway 2 has reopened following the crash. 05 Nov 05:54 PM
New ZealandTe Mata Peak fire sparked by fireworks thrown from car, police identify four involvedNative plants were destroyed and it was 'incredibly fortunate' it did not spread further.05 Nov 02:55 AM
CrimeCoromandel man convicted of serious sexual offending against childrenHis crimes involved two children aged under 12 in the Bay of Plenty over three years.04 Nov 07:35 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Should we have spent all our savings in early retirement?OPINION: I don't think you did too much wrong.31 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice helicopter crew in multiple Labour Weekend water rescuesA missing diver was found in Manukau Harbour after over an hour of searching.28 Oct 03:41 AM
New ZealandSevere wind gusts batter Auckland Harbour Bridge, spring snow dusts Canterbury, NZDF deployedTranspower declared a grid emergency after a lightning strike cut supply.28 Oct 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Bring life back to the water': $26m boost for Hauraki Gulf restorationThe NEXT Foundation is investing $20m in the Gulf’s largest reef restoration.27 Oct 07:56 PM
New ZealandHelicopter rushes to Waikino after waterfall slip leaves one critically hurtEmergency services were called to Waikino about 2.30pm.27 Oct 05:16 AM
New Zealand'Quality option': Council eyes multimillion-dollar site for potential regional waste centreTairāwhiti currently pays $513 per tonne to truck waste to a Waikato landfill.24 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHeavy traffic ahead: Police urge caution as long weekend beginsPolice say no one died on the roads last Labour Weekend and they want to keep it that way.24 Oct 03:49 AM
TravelCambridge mini-break: Where comfort, style and slow travel meetYour guide to the ultimate little getaway. 23 Oct 06:35 PM
New ZealandTairua residents call for long-term dredging plan amid safety concernsThe call follows at least four vessels running aground on the sandbar this year.23 Oct 05:00 PM
ReviewsMitchell HagemanReview: I was dreading my night at James Blunt. Now I just want to have a beer with him'Were any of you conceived to You're Beautiful?'. Chances are, a fair few of us were.21 Oct 09:12 PM
New ZealandWaikato teen walks again after life‑saving surgery in GermanyA nine-hour operation restored blood flow and Amelia was finally able to stand again.20 Oct 11:31 PM
TravelEffortless luxury on the Adriatic: A day in Hvar with PonantL’Austral carries just 264 passengers, reaching ports larger ships cannot.20 Oct 11:30 PM
TravelRural retreat: Inside the luxury lodge two hours from AucklandSet on a 600-hectare working farm, the lodge sits just two hours from Auckland.20 Oct 07:00 AM
