PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe flight of the butterflies: Photographer Deborah Kelland's emotional journey through loss'It’s like being in a snowstorm.'09 May 08:00 PM
New ZealandFirst stage of Tarawera sewerage scheme completeThe first homes are expected to be connected by the end of June.09 May 05:17 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyNine fires in five years: Environment Court rules on scrap metal dealerTraining, stockpile monitoring and management and lithium battery handling orders made.09 May 04:26 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely stunning': New $825m highway nears completionThe new highway will open in June, with the exact date not yet set.09 May 01:12 AM
New ZealandFarmers unite against council's water restrictions in Hawke's BayFarmers at 'one of the more definitive crossroads in the history of our region'.08 May 10:32 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOn The Up: Digger driver clears 37 tyres from a beach in one dayTim Dodge thought he'd never walk again. Now he's back, and he's determined to help.08 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘Wonderful’ initiative: Sailors gather ocean data in climate effortTwenty-five sailors met in Ōpua on May 2 for the Pacific Rally.08 May 02:37 AM
OpinionAuckland at 15: Progress and possibilitiesAuckland Council received more than 13,000 feedback submissions this year.07 May 05:00 PM
Politics'To Shane Jones ...': Parker bows out with a laugh and look back at 23-year careerLabour’s David Parker is leaving Parliament after 23 years.07 May 05:22 AM
New ZealandWatch: Jetskier's harbour hoon 'unacceptable'Speeding in the harbour puts everyone at risk, Hawke’s Bay Regional Council says.07 May 03:57 AM
New Zealand Itsy bitsy ... New jumping spider species with 'puny' genitalia discovered It lives under rimu bark, a behaviour not seen in other jumping spiders.07 May 01:53 AM
New ZealandSolar panels slash farmer's power billsMalcolm Jones' milking shed is entirely solar-powered, comprising 380 panels.06 May 10:35 PM
RoyalsNew Coronation portraits of King and Queen unveiled at galleryPeter Kuhfeld painted the King, and Paul S Benney painted the Queen.06 May 10:16 PM
New Zealand'Critical investment': NZ urged to electrify 6 million machinesNew Zealand has 10 million fossil-fuelled machines, with 84% having electric alternatives.06 May 06:51 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Decades of experience' – Craig Heatley company, Hoppers plan $220m marinaA forecast 140 jobs are to be created over 30 years if plans are allowed to proceed.06 May 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Heartbreaking': 38 pōhutukawa trees mowed down by vandalsReplacing the trees is estimated to cost $20,000, says Napier's mayor.06 May 01:15 AM
New Zealand'Living their best lives': New mobile ocean farm trial for snapperThe trial system sits 10-15 metres below the surface, and moves with the tide.06 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandSecond council pulls out of Hawke’s Bay climate committee'It did not involve a visit to Wairoa, that we are aware of.'05 May 10:28 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: What could the future hold for ex-Auckland Star site? Architects explain champion Te Arai home design'Somebody, please build something here – anything' debate on a site empty for 36 years. 05 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWeka ride: Hitchhiking bird's unexpected journey sparks DoC reminderA weka hitched a 300km ride to Christchurch in a ute.05 May 08:37 AM
New ZealandScrap metal firm fined $30k for fire caused by lithium-ion batteriesAuckland Council views the case as a precedent balancing empathy and compliance.05 May 03:21 AM
New Zealand'Massive impact for us': Hapū oppose marina plan going through Fast Track processThe hapū want the project to go through the RMA for community input.05 May 01:09 AM
New Zealand'Very sad': Why boutique dairy company is closing its doors after 15 years'I feel it's a tragedy because the brand is about improving the outcome for the planet.'04 May 11:44 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTwo more Hawke’s Bay farms sold to overseas buyers for forestryThree CHB farms have sold in quick succession to overseas buyers for forestry conversion.04 May 06:00 PM
LifestyleThe science behind 'outside smell': Why it sticks to clothes and hairOzone, described as 'cold', is a key component of 'outside smell'.04 May 07:59 AM
TravelPlanning a Euro bike trip? Here’s what a bike guide wishes you knew Europe is bursting with cycling routes – here's how to choose one that's right for you.03 May 07:00 PM
New ZealandArtificial reef project aims to revive Tauranga's marine lifeNine reefs, named Peara, are 13m deep and support marine biodiversity.03 May 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSupermarket, petrol station, showing interest in Whangārei siteAs Springs Flat project moves ahead, hapū have raised cultural and environmental concerns.02 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We breathe what you burn': Council warns as burning ban takes effectBarbecues and hāngī fires are still allowed despite the burning ban.01 May 04:15 AM
New ZealandHe’s sold watercress on the street for 30 years. Then a council officer spotted him 'All I’ve ever wanted to do was supply cheap, nutritious kai to whanau and friends.'30 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Opens the river': 1889 rabbit weir removed for fish passageBuilt to slow a rabbit plague, the weir was removed but a 3D digital version will remain. 30 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAir NZ overhauls emission targets: How more sustainable fuel could power future flightsAirline says overseas turmoil doesn't change its goal to slash emissions.30 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandVenomous sea snake found on South Island, second NZ discovery in a weekThe Department of Conservation said the snake likely arrived due to recent weather events.30 Apr 08:57 AM
BusinessStudy links 350,000 heart disease deaths to plastic chemicals in 2018Phthalates are chemicals added to plastic to make it more stretchy, soft or flexible.30 Apr 07:14 AM
