TravelAn insider’s guide to the best swimming spots within an hour's drive of central AucklandA new book has found NZ’s best beaches, lakes, rivers, pools and hot springs. 31 Oct 04:05 AM
New ZealandiPhone alert helps rescue lost Southland walker on Labour DayPolice said her iPhone emergency alert came through shortly after 5pm.31 Oct 03:06 AM
New ZealandFarmers call for tougher forestry rules after Pōrangahau fireFire crews battled the Pōrangahau blaze for days before it was contained.31 Oct 12:50 AM
New ZealandCouncil building skinks a new Marine Parade home as part of $37m flood plan29 Oct 03:18 AM
World'Disaster area': Extensive damage as Hurricane Melissa batters Jamaica’s south coast29 Oct 02:52 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyPower struggle: Global energy firm fights plan to mine off Taranaki coastRuling on the mining proposal is due from a Government-appointed panel in March.28 Oct 10:00 PM
WorldCrocodile warning as Hurricane Melissa lashes JamaicaHealth officials warn crocodiles may drift into homes after severe flooding.28 Oct 09:47 PM
New ZealandTunnel breakthrough marks milestone for $365m Mt Messenger BypassA 110 tonne digger named Hinetūparimaunga has broken through the new tunnel.28 Oct 09:37 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldBill Gates revamps views on climate challengesNY Times: He called for redirecting efforts towards improving lives in developing world.28 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldDrones join the frontline in Australia’s fight to keep sharks at bayDrones spotted more than 1000 sharks off New South Wales beaches last year.28 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldGovernor calls in army as Japan’s deadly bear crisis deepensTen people have been killed by bears in Japan so far this year.28 Oct 06:27 AM
WorldChernobyl's stray dogs are turning blueThe animals are descended from pets left behind after the 1986 disaster.28 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandKeep out: Walkers and cyclists ignoring construction site warningsEach intrusion forces crews to halt flood protection work28 Oct 12:46 AM
TravelHidden gem awakening: Why Ipoh deserves a spot on your next Malaysia tripThis lesser-known spot won't stay hidden for long. 28 Oct 12:00 AM
New ZealandPossums as pets? Former Wellington mayor warns of risksLocal groups fear pet possums could undo conservation gains across Wairarapa. 27 Oct 09:30 PM
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
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Cabinet arrogance and ‘high trust’ politics draw fireOPINION: A reader responds to Brooke van Velden’s attitude toward public consultation.27 Oct 11:00 AM
New ZealandToxic tourist: Jellyfish warning for Auckland and Northland coasts as waters warm upNiwa’s Dr Dennis Gordon warns washed-up jellyfish may still sting.27 Oct 03:11 AM
WorldBoy, 14, in hospital after croc attack in Far North QueenslandThe teen was attacked while fishing in waist-deep water with friends.27 Oct 03:03 AM
TravelLearning the art of meditation with real monksSeeking inner peace from an overwhelming world? You may want to head to Thailand. 25 Oct 07:12 PM
New ZealandThousands expected to attempt Guinness World Record in Ruakākā todayThe current record stands at 396 set in Belgium's Middelkerke in 2019.24 Oct 09:33 PM
New ZealandBrown water woes linger after Huntly pipe flushMore than 34km of Huntly water pipes were flushed over three weeks.24 Oct 06:00 PM
New ZealandFrom risk to legacy: Farm Environment Awards celebrate 30 years"It was a risk, but we all realised this was what the future looked like.”24 Oct 04:00 PM
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
AucklandPredator queen wasp found in NZ for first time, nest removed in AucklandBiosecurity NZ says the hornet could threaten honey bees.23 Oct 11:26 PM
New ZealandFoundation milestone: Napier’s $110m civic precinct pours first concreteThe mix’s 50% fly ash content cuts carbon emissions by about 65%.23 Oct 10:02 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
New Zealand‘Next-level’: How Antarctica is behind NZ’s burst of searing heat and raging windsHawke’s Bay temperatures could hit 29C today as fire crews battle strong winds.23 Oct 03:51 AM
