BoxingOn The Up: Training regime that helped novice boxer grow confidenceLovejoy plans to pursue a teaching degree while considering a boxing career.28 Aug 08:14 AM
New ZealandThis small village was the backdrop for Whale Rider. It wasn't ready for all of the fameLocals loved that their community was at the heart of the hit film – so did the tourists.27 Aug 09:42 AM
New ZealandGisborne man named as victim in death investigation Police found him dead on Winter St, Mangapapa.27 Aug 05:54 AM
New ZealandDouble weather systems to sweep strong winds, heavy rain across NZMetService has issued multiple weather warnings for parts of both main islands.26 Aug 07:00 PM
New ZealandPolice launch homicide probe after man dies at Gisborne housePolice are speaking with several people but no ongoing public risk has been identified.26 Aug 05:44 AM
EntertainmentRhythm and Vines locks in Grammy-winning rapper and film star as headliner for NYE festivalOther acts in the first line-up include Lance Savali and comedy musician Marc Rebillet.26 Aug 05:30 AM
New ZealandWinter's final blast: Severe storm set to batter NZ, 100km/h gales to pound north Auckland Civil Defence warns strong winds could turn branches and firewood into missiles.26 Aug 04:49 AM
Business'It really ruined me': Clients left in lurch by elusive contractorMany clients reported substandard work and unfulfilled contracts.26 Aug 12:32 AM
New Zealand'One last gasp' of winter: 'Multiple waves' of rain and wind to sweep NZAnother large low looms in the Southern Ocean - and could bring severe weather.25 Aug 07:00 PM
New ZealandPerson critical after sand dune collapse at popular Auckland beachThey were airlifted to hospital in a critical condition.23 Aug 06:47 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy are so many men in this NZ region dying prematurely? Men in the region are nearly twice as likely to die prematurely as those in Auckland.22 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Brave and wise': Mayor praises council for open dialogue on land returnEight parcels of land in Kaiti are prioritised for potential purchase by Ngāti Oneone.22 Aug 06:00 AM
New ZealandWhy former editor Jeremy Muir is running for district councilMuir wants the council to be more 'responsive, communicative and transparent'.21 Aug 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand ‘Verge of collapse’: Report finds Tairāwhiti among worst regions for heart diseaseHealth NZ is expanding cardiology access with digital services and visiting specialists.20 Aug 04:00 AM
New ZealandInquest told Elton John concertgoers were ‘driving into disaster’ during Auckland Anniversary floodsA fire boss said he wanted a state of emergency, but it wasn't declared until hours later.19 Aug 07:00 PM
New ZealandConservationist and author 'Sam the Trap Man' makes bid for council seatCandidate aims to support resilient communities and infrastructure on the East Coast.19 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandIdyllic isolation: Life in this tiny town with cheap homes - 'no one's rich... but everyone's happy'Nightcaps' cheap homes are drawing out-of-towners – but it is about to lose its last mine.19 Aug 06:42 AM
New ZealandIcy blast hits NZ: Hail blankets regions, storms loom for AucklandStrong winds in Wellington reach gusts of 120km/h at Baring Head.19 Aug 06:18 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLogging company owes $1.5m to IRD, forestry companies - report Lift Harvesting's creditors are said to include NZTA and companies involved in forestry.19 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandSnow for central North Island roads, strong winds halt ferries in wintry blast Snow could fall to 600m on the Desert Rd this afternoon.18 Aug 11:57 PM
New ZealandFamily sought help for five days before toddler died in hospitalHDC: The doctor 'failed to understand' how sick little boy was. 18 Aug 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool Rugby'Good character prevails': King’s College triumph in Auckland First XV finalWestlake Boys secured their fifth consecutive North Harbour championship.17 Aug 10:44 PM
New Zealand'Concerning': Rise in roaming dogs linked to lack of desexingGisborne Council received 527 reports of roaming dogs in the year to June.15 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: New rescue chopper pads on East Coast to enhance emergency capabilitiesThree new rescue helicopter landing pads on the East Coast officially blessed and opened.15 Aug 05:00 PM
KahuMana over money: Why Māori influencer rejected $50k gambling deal He travelled to Turkey for dental work, saving thousands.15 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Justice has been served': Man convicted of double murder over Gisborne birthday party slayingsThe jury delivered the verdict to a packed courthouse after deliberating for two days.14 Aug 02:52 AM
New ZealandNgāti Oneone marks over 100 days of ancestral land return movementThe hapū blocked Hirini St from 5.15am to 7am on Wednesday13 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMillennial candidate calls for fresh leadership in Gisborne electionsWalker, a Green Party member, first ran in 2022, receiving 322 votes.12 Aug 05:00 AM
EntertainmentControversial rapper joins Rhythm and Alps lineup for 15-year anniversaryThe headlining act will return despite past controversy, joining Rudimental and Santigold.11 Aug 09:40 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungArson, stabbing and shrapnel: Police Minister Mark Mitchell’s health battleAn arsonist, Samurai sword and the Mongrel Mob left their marks on the Police Minister.11 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSchool shake-up: Why education overhaul could send more students to Cambridge examsOne-third of Year 11 students didn't take NCEA 1 in 2024, as Cambridge exams demand grew.11 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyLast-minute First XV drama: King's clinch final spot in tense semiKing's College will face St Kentigern in the Auckland 1A final at Eden Park.11 Aug 02:15 AM
New ZealandNapier electorate expanded to take communities from TukitukiPākōwhai, Waiohiki, Fernhill, Ōmahu and rural areas such as Crownthorpe move to Napier.10 Aug 12:37 AM
New ZealandGisborne council standing by water plan despite warning over potential financial hurdles90% of Gisborne submitters favour keeping water services in-house.09 Aug 06:00 PM