New Zealand‘Blatant lie’: Ex-All Black hits out at Fire and Emergency over incorrect briefing to Deputy PMThe 10-test All Blacks halfback shared a video to social media voicing his frustration.07 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandWet weekend for Auckland, but sunshine for much of the countryAuckland faces heavy showers and possible thunderstorms, but stays near 24C.07 Nov 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Shaken' children taken to nearby Burger King after fatal bus crashA passenger in the car died and two others were critically injured in the crash.07 Nov 12:35 AM
PoliticsMajor provider not included in next round of Seymour's school lunch scheme New suppliers have been announced for David Seymour's primary school lunch programme. 07 Nov 12:31 AM
New Zealand'Help me': School children on bus after kapa haka event hurt in fatal Rotorua crash31 people were injured in the crash between a bus and car.06 Nov 08:19 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSenior citizen advocates disappointed by closure of support serviceThe Gisborne-based service has shut after decades of supporting local older people.06 Nov 04:00 PM
Lifestyle'End up with an amputation': Beauty therapist welcomes nail salon crackdownKim Ryan says rising ACC nail-related claims point to poor hygiene and untrained staff. 05 Nov 09:34 PM
BusinessEconomists see patchy signs of job market liftJob ads rose 3.5% in the year to September, the first lift since 2022.03 Nov 08:48 PM
New ZealandFourth yellow-legged hornet queen found as trapping beginsBrad Windust says this summer is MPI’s last chance to stop the hornets.03 Nov 04:19 AM
Kahu'Just insane': Roof of East Coast artist Bub Dewes’ striking home torn off in windThe roof of artist Bub Dewes' unique home was destroyed last week.03 Nov 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Rewarding': School principal retires after 38-year career'As I step away, I know the school is in good hands.'31 Oct 03:39 AM
New Zealand‘Callous and brutal’: Man who abused five partners jailed for 19 yearsJustice Rebecca Edwards imposed 19 years’ jail with a 10-year minimum term.31 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandGisborne appoints first Māori woman deputy mayor with moko kauaeAubrey Ria is the first Māori woman and moko kauae wearer to hold the role.30 Oct 02:55 AM
New ZealandThree Kiwis die every week from overdoses – so is it time to change our drug laws?Experts debate the issues on The Elephant, a video series about controversial topics.29 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Really stoked’: Grassroots push powers Māori roll voter surge in GisborneTurnout on the Māori roll surged 40.5%, from 3657 voters in 2022 to 5139 this year.29 Oct 03:34 AM
New ZealandCan you help solve Gisborne father’s homicide? Police want info on HyundaiInformation sought on movements of a stolen car possibly linked to homicide inquiry. 29 Oct 03:02 AM
New ZealandLand use transition 'needed' but questions remain around economics for forestry stakeholderThe plan could see up to 100,000ha of erosion-prone land permanently replanted.28 Oct 04:00 PM
LifestyleTofu or Tui? How Kiwis are naming their pets in 2025One standout remains New Zealand’s top pet name for the seventh consecutive year. 28 Oct 07:57 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
EntertainmentWho’s playing where this summer? Your guide to 2025’s biggest gigs across AotearoaGrammy winners, pop icons and rock legends all set for New Zealand shows.27 Oct 01:00 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
PremiumPremiumPropertyThe dog that came back from the dead: 7 unusual tenancy casesLamb in a nappy, parrot meth detector, cat that caused flood, some of the unusual cases.24 Oct 03:00 AM
New Zealand'They don't hear us': 2000 involved in 'mega' strike action in GisborneThe Government is continuing to fail to listen to various sectors, say unionists.23 Oct 03:59 AM
New Zealand'Please, speak up:' Police urge witnesses in Gisborne murder caseBill Maangi, a father of four, died after being shot on Ormond Rd in Gisborne.22 Oct 12:44 AM
New ZealandFrom skate protests to council chambers: Andy Cranston reflects on 21-year council journeyMayor Rehette Stoltz praised Cranston’s calm, well-reasoned work for residents.21 Oct 04:00 PM
Travel5 Best things to do in KerikeriThe Old Packhouse Market offers fresh produce, live music and night events.20 Oct 06:00 AM
New ZealandGisborne voter turnout hits 48% – above national averageThe region's turnout was higher than New Zealand's average of 39.4%.20 Oct 04:00 AM
New ZealandVirtual lessons bring the farm to the classroomAbout 50 Kiwi farming families now host virtual sessions with schools through Farmer Time.17 Oct 03:59 PM
New Zealand‘Really pleased’: Larsen takes Kaipara mayoralty after razor-thin resultFinal count gave Jonathan Larsen a 21-vote lead over closest rival Snow Tane.17 Oct 07:10 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLuxon says lower rates, rising spend point to better times aheadThe PM urged more compelling candidates after low local election turnout.17 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandThree staff across Eastland Group and Trust Tairāwhiti paid more than $1.35m in 2025The largest figure would place that person ninth on the list of highest-earning NZ CEOs.17 Oct 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailWonky Box expands again with new chilled and refillable grocery rangeCo-founder Angus Simms says the business is focused on curation, not scale.16 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandTeen accused of threatening to kill Green Party MP Benjamin Doyle appears in courtThe charges relate to threats allegedly made earlier this year.15 Oct 01:28 AM
PremiumPremiumRetail‘We’ve had to be adaptable’: Hospitality sector faces tough year of changeTipping plunged about 40%, a sign of cost-of-living pressures.14 Oct 04:00 PM
