New ZealandWatch: Woman uses car to disrupt suspected burglaryA video of the incident has reached nearly 300,000 views online, and commenters approve.19 Mar 01:57 AM
New ZealandMinistry of Education pauses school bus route changes after community outcryThe decision to put the changes on hold comes after widespread opposition to them.18 Mar 02:54 AM
RacingLong-term plan decides next mission for Omega Boy Omega Boy jumps from a Tauranga Group 2 win to 2100m in the Awapuni Gold Cup.17 Mar 07:22 PM
SportCoroner details final hours of MMA fighter's life after Rhythm & VinesA coroner's report said alcohol, cocaine and MDMA were found in the fighter's system.17 Mar 04:01 PM
New ZealandSouth chills, north basks: Split week of rain, single-digit temperatures and sun on wayInvercargill is forecast to plunge to 4C overnight on Wednesday.16 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTwo men charged for alleged murder of Gisborne man last yearA 25-year-old and 28-year-old man have been charged in relation to the alleged murder.16 Mar 01:54 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessHouse prices show biggest monthly increase in two-and-a-half yearsBut economists warn that the Iran conflict may curtail rebounding house prices.15 Mar 10:55 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMagic mushrooms: Kiwis turn to wild fungi for mental health and addiction therapyFungi-hunters share stories of life-changing trips and a rise in underground retreats.14 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandAre you $15m richer? Here are the Lotto Powerball numbersWhat would you do with all that money? 14 Mar 07:06 AM
New Zealand'A mockery': Major tournament's venue change sparks backlashSome critics say new host doesn't have enough beds and schools can't afford to attend.13 Mar 07:10 PM
New Zealand19,000 jobs: Record kiwifruit harvest boosts the Bay of PlentyHiring now: Average orchard wages are about $25.70 an hour, 9% above minimum wage.13 Mar 05:05 PM
New Zealand'Much cooler and fresher': Cold front flushes humid air for better sleepRain is forecast for most of the North Island today with a fresh southwest wind to follow.13 Mar 04:00 PM
SportCoromandel anglers land 384.9kg black marlin in Billfish Classic recordHalf of the fish will be auctioned to raise funds for a project in the Mercury Bay area.13 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandGisborne councillors back waste hub site despite mana whenua oppositionCouncillors backed 275 Lytton Rd despite opposition from Te Kurī ā Tuatai Marae.13 Mar 04:27 AM
LifestyleWoman shares ‘secret’ Wattie’s tomato sauce recipeBeverley Bodle-Carswell said Sir James Wattie gave her mother the recipe in the 1940s.13 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandTwo youths arrested after dairy robbed with tomahawkPolice say the pair have been charged with aggravated robbery and other offences. 13 Mar 03:09 AM
New ZealandSpeed fencing champ chasing third national title at Rural GamesTwo-time champion Tim Garrick now juggles elite sport with a booming business.12 Mar 08:35 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness$3m recovered in liquidation of logging company that reportedly owed creditors $7.1mDown 'N' Out Logging went into liquidation by special resolution of shareholders in 2023.12 Mar 05:09 PM
New ZealandCouncil’s commercial arm buys building block in city centre revamp pushThe site includes Just Thai, several small businesses and flats above.12 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Critical': Regional mayors react to Air New Zealand flight cutsTemporary schedule cuts are because of volatile jet fuel prices from the Middle East war.12 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandHow to fight back as petrol climbs past $3 and minister warns of gougingSome 95 prices jumped up to 19c this week, pushing pump costs above $3 a litre.11 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandWho is responsible for maintenance of this neglected $70k sculpture?The 2011 work honours local voyaging traditions with its red, reed-like moving rods.11 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay Magpies and Hurricanes star signs for Italian clubMagpies star Isaia Walker-Leawere will head to Italy and miss the 2026 NPC season.10 Mar 09:55 PM
New Zealand'There’s so many dolphins': The sights Jono Ridler saw on his swim through Hawke BayThe 35-year-old is attempting an unassisted 1388km swim from North Cape to Wellington.10 Mar 08:41 PM
New Zealand'Very humble, very respectful': Rotorua student takes out national youth Muay Thai crownTe Auepo began Muay Thai at the age of 4 and competed in her first competition at 9.10 Mar 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Near misses daily': Kura pushes council for pedestrian crossing dropped from annual planA video with 15-year-old student leader Malea Procter has reached around 56,000 views.10 Mar 04:05 AM
New ZealandGrey St trial street design rollback under way as Phase 1 completedMost reinstatement work is due to finish between late March and early April 2026.10 Mar 02:33 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandClosures on this state highway cost an estimated $8m in lost GDP every dayThe road between Gisborne and Ōpōtiki allows freight access to the primary sector economy.09 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandAutumn chill, big swells and risk of wild weather this weekMost regions get sunshine tomorrow as high pressure brings calmer conditions.09 Mar 06:00 AM
CrimeDairy worker recounts confrontation with disguised teens armed with tomahawk during robberyPolice have described the morning hold-up of the Gisborne store as 'brazen'.08 Mar 08:12 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Rural communities need a party to speak up for school bus concernsOPINION: Services for rural areas are gradually being lost.08 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNo $10m winners: Lotto Powerball will roll over again Wednesday will be the next chance to win big. 07 Mar 07:35 AM
New ZealandBig project, big questions: What you need to know about the Kaiwaikawe wind farm projectMercury says its $287m project can power 27,000 homes for about 30 years.07 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandHow new SH2 and SH35 hours will work for trips in and out of GisborneDrivers are urged to travel the Gorge from 5-7am or 6-8pm to avoid long delays.06 Mar 04:36 AM
