New Zealand17-hr thunderstorm threat: North braces for 'dynamic' weather, new flood riskNorthland is also looking at a 19-hour rain alert that won't lapse until 3pm Sunday.26 Apr 09:23 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain watch for Northland as stormy weekend loomsThunderstorms are possible in Northland, with rain spreading south today.25 Apr 07:28 PM
RacingThe long-anticipated return of racing to Awapuni ended in disappointmentAwapuni's comeback meeting lasts just one race after a horse slipped.25 Apr 03:32 AM
New ZealandYoung Northlanders turning out in droves for Anzac Day ceremoniesRound up of today's Anzac Day celebrations around Northland 25 Apr 02:10 AM
New ZealandSubdivision deal clears path for new homes, despite quarry concernsHouses cut from a Hikurangi subdivision plan in a settlement with a concrete company.24 Apr 05:00 PM
RacingAwapuni relaunch could see Group 1 bonuses next seasonThe Palmerston North turf track took 19 months and $5.7million to refurbish.23 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Legal aid plays vital role in ensuring justiceOPINION: I'm proud we have a system enabling those who have no money to test legal issues.22 Apr 05:00 PM
CrimeCustoms fraud: $541k Gisborne cigarette and tobacco smuggling operation exposedOperation Apron uncovered 230,600 cigarettes, 110kg of tobacco smuggled from China.22 Apr 04:20 AM
New ZealandWeather damage 'substantial' as Aucklanders still without power, thunderstorm watch issuedA severe thunderstorm alert has been iussed for a large area of the central North Island. 21 Apr 12:22 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Gizzy Kai Rescue and Tairāwhiti Environment Centre teaching food waste reductionThe initiative builds on the work that the organisation has done for nearly seven years.20 Apr 05:00 PM
LiveNew ZealandAuckland back under severe thunderstorm watch; homes without power for four daysVector says some power outages remain due to 'significant damage'.19 Apr 08:50 PM
New Zealand'Vacuum of information': City leader demands answers after warnings issued hour into thunderstormsHouses and streets were swamped by 110mm of rain that fell from midnight.19 Apr 01:35 AM
New ZealandSH35 on East Cape partially closed as Cyclone Tam continues to lash NZA potential low-system is set to form on the northeast coast of New Zealand.18 Apr 08:01 AM
New ZealandDoctor and nurse strike could delay 4300 surgeries and appointmentsThe union said it was the first 24-hour strike in its 35-year history. 18 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandDazed petrel found under fire appliance at Whangārei StationSea birds became disorientated by the storm, landing exhausted in urban areas.17 Apr 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Healing our land': Tūranganui-a-Kiwa in Nat Geo climate initiativeTwo NZ sites join a 3-year climate programme with 10 other heritage sites.17 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCoromandel towns isolated by flooding, more heavy rain forecast as storm rages onRoads have been submerged, roofs ripped from buildings and ferries and flights cancelled.17 Apr 08:09 AM
New Zealand'Prepare now': Cyclone Tam brings 130km/h gust, winds forecast to ramp up overnightForecasters warn of 120km/h gusts that may close the Auckland Harbour Bridge.16 Apr 05:56 AM
New ZealandBuilding momentum: Gisborne Farmers Market's vibrant atmosphere and impactThe market has gone from strength to strength, and stallholders and visitors love it.16 Apr 05:00 AM
LiveNew Zealand'Strongest since 2017': New Tropical Cyclone Tam warning for strong winds, giant swellsTam is moving at 35km/h south towards New Zealand. 16 Apr 04:44 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: 90 year old's retirement plan to support St John on the East CoastHughie Hughes wants to live like a 90-year-old but still has things to do.15 Apr 04:45 PM
New Zealand'We just want our steps back': Council criticised for ‘sneaky’ beach access closure Lawyer Neil Weatherhead called the closure 'sneaky' and 'unlawful'.15 Apr 05:29 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: How a 2400km journey in a Mini transformed a Wairoa couple into heroesThe McNabbs raise over $40k for KidsCan in epic Pork Pie Charity Run.15 Apr 12:18 AM
BusinessHouse prices down in most regions in year to MarchPrices either static or falling throughout NZ, only six areas had price rises lately.14 Apr 10:09 PM
New ZealandEnd of East Coast era as keys to Hughie Hughes’ multifaceted business handed over'I’m going to retire and lie back and make like a 90-year-old.'14 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandAcclaimed Māori artist Robyn Kahukiwa has diedKahukiwa was known for her bold depictions of Māori figures.12 Apr 08:34 AM
New ZealandGrieving parents demand tougher penalties for drugged drivers after daughters’ deathsElla-Rose Donker and Madi Chamberlain were killed by drivers high on MDMA.11 Apr 07:07 PM
New ZealandGisborne speedway’s Clyde McGrory on 53 years of commitment'I am absolutely passionate about motorsport'.11 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: How a couple from Auckland now serve a small East Coast settlementTaking it to next level: Te Araroa Four Square celebrates upgrades11 Apr 05:00 PM
Racing'Weight can stop a train': Trainer's bold strategy for WhangaehuBill Thurlow believes Whangaehu can handle the 59kg topweight at Trentham.10 Apr 05:15 PM
New Zealand'We churn out athletes': Push for indoor sports hub to support Tairāwhiti athletesThe facility may be built opposite Gisborne's Midway Surf Rescue Community Hub building.10 Apr 04:59 AM
New ZealandPolice investigating after Gisborne family cat reportedly shot deadTicker was found at his Valley Rd home with what looked like bullet entry and exit wounds.10 Apr 04:00 AM
New Zealand Gisborne gang members and associates arrested for drug offendingTen people were charged with drug dealing offences or obstruction and possession.10 Apr 02:17 AM
New Zealand'Atrocious': Alder slams attendance records of some councillorsAverage attendances range from 67% to 100%; genuine reasons but other excuses criticised09 Apr 05:00 PM
