New ZealandNorthland declares state of emergency as Cyclone Vaianu nears'This declaration means we can act quickly if required.'10 Apr 05:35 AM
New ZealandCyclone warning: Hastings mayor tells coastal residents to consider evacuating'We need people to prepare and make a plan now. I can’t stress this enough.'10 Apr 03:02 AM
PremiumSchool RugbyRotorua and Feilding chase world schoolboy glory in JapanRotorua Boys’ High and Feilding High will play five games in eight days.10 Apr 03:02 AM
New ZealandWhen Cyclone Vaianu will hit your region: Following the path of storm down North Island 10 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandPrecautionary road closure and preparation urged as Cyclone Vaianu approaches09 Apr 11:05 PM
RetailIran conflict and wild weather dampen March spending in regional divideWorldline NZ processed $3.98b in March, just 0.5% higher than March 2025.08 Apr 10:13 PM
New Zealand'Serious worry': Tairāwhiti growers fear impacts of Cyclone Vaianu'You’ve just got to look at the skies and sometimes pray for the best.'08 Apr 08:50 PM
New ZealandSlip-hit SH2 gorge closed for the second time todayOne person is in hospital after driving into a flooded chasm near Rotorua.08 Apr 08:07 PM
New Zealand'Act now': Kiwis warned 'later could be too late' as Cyclone Vaianu advancesPrime Minister Christopher Luxon has urged people to 'stock up' on supplies.08 Apr 05:42 AM
EntertainmentClarke Gayford 'bewildered and baffled' as Jacinda Ardern doco gets double Emmy nodThe film Prime Minister is nominated in two News and Documentary Emmy categories.08 Apr 12:52 AM
New Zealand'The fuel bill is our biggest hurt': Transport companies warn of price pain ahead'This is always going to revert back to the person going to the supermarket.'07 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand150km/h winds: Tropical Cyclone Vaianu now Category 3MetService says the cyclone is set to intensify in the coming days.07 Apr 12:39 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPressure on health services as cocaine use doubles in Hawke’s Bay and GisborneThe region also has the second-highest meth use in NZ and low prices at $306 a gram.05 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Sale of vapes should be treated more like alcohol and cigarettesOPINION: Vaping carries serious health risks, and youth are still accessing it.05 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne firefighters using 37-year-old relief truck while main truck out of serviceParliament's governance and administration select committee opened an inquiry this week.03 Apr 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Divided' communities brought back together after four years with new bridgeBuilt with a 90.5m steel arch, Te Rēinga Bridge spans the river with no piers.02 Apr 08:38 PM
New ZealandWaioweka Gorge to fully open over Easter under stop/goNight closures resume on April 7.01 Apr 06:42 PM
New ZealandFuel price pressure increasing some council costs by up to 25%Roading and transporting solid waste are among the hardest-hit services.01 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Accident waiting to happen': Sawmill fined after two workers badly injured weeks apartOne worker suffered a 20cm laceration; a second had broken bones and internal bleeding.31 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand21st birthday double murder: Gangster is hated 'with a passion'Libya Tamihere was found guilty of murdering two men. Now he has been sentenced.31 Mar 03:55 AM
New ZealandSchool principal calls out cannabis grower over 'pungent smell' on groundsTolaga Bay Area School principal says students are noticing the strong cannabis odour.31 Mar 03:03 AM
New ZealandWeather clearing for North Island as low moves away, all rain watches liftedIt comes after a week of extreme weather wreaking havoc across the country.29 Mar 06:05 PM
AucklandAuckland Airport fog restrictions liftedMorning fog caused widespread travel disruption for both arriving and departing flights.28 Mar 10:32 PM
New ZealandIllegal nets, car batteries and busted rules: Inside NZ's summer fishing crackdown Officers seized illegal set nets, including one anchored with a dumped car battery.28 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandVape stores caught selling to minors, selling disposables in compliance checksFour stores were caught selling vaping products to people under 18.27 Mar 04:31 AM
New ZealandBill Maangi murder case going to trialTwo men charged with murder and one charged with accessory to murder appeared in court.27 Mar 02:42 AM
New ZealandGisborne leaders await decision on $29.7m East Coast recovery bidIf approved, the money would fund community, environmental and economic recovery.26 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Dogs like this need to be destroyed': Chase victim backs tougher dog lawsTanya Hawthorne wants dangerous dogs destroyed and negligent owners prosecuted.26 Mar 04:03 PM
