PremiumPremiumPoliticsShould we be alarmed? Latest survey data shows cheaper MDMA, rising ketamine in party drug sceneLatest data reveals the rise of ketamine in an increasingly 'pick and choose' drug market18 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJonathan AylingJonathan Ayling: The math is simple – our superannuation structure is unaffordableOPINION: A mature society wants to ensure future generations have it better.18 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNZ had proposed US critical minerals deal for months despite Luxon claiming talks 'very preliminary'Officials had negotiated amendments before a Cabinet meeting.18 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandWestport to lose only direct Wellington flight within weeks as service faces axe Originair warns it will end the Westport–Wellington route by May 1 without aid.18 Mar 02:30 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Combine our military forces’: Collins reveals vision for defence after Australia meetingA plan for an "increasingly integrated, combat capable Anzac force" has been unveiled.18 Mar 01:20 AM
PoliticsNumber of days NZ is covered for fuel stock dips below last week's levelsThe Government is not suggesting that rationing fuel is needed at this stage.18 Mar 12:23 AM
BusinessPetrol jumps 10c in days as pumps run dry, Kiwis hunt for cheapest fuelNew Zealand holds 32.8 days of petrol, with 25.2 more days en route.18 Mar 12:19 AM
PoliticsNZ police chief wants Kiwi cop in Colombia; marine surveillance tech for Samoa and TongaRichard Chambers wants NZ police officer in South America within the year. 17 Mar 11:39 PM
WorldFive dead in Mexico oil-refinery firePemex refineries have suffered multiple fatal accidents in recent years.17 Mar 11:30 PM
PoliticsLatest poll sees National far higher than in early March, but not all good news for LuxonNational suffered a disastrous Taxpayers’ Union-Curia Poll weeks ago.17 Mar 11:27 PM
PoliticsFuel supply chain resilience endorsed at energy summit as Govt prepares latest updateThe latest update on the country's fuel stocks is expected this afternoon. 17 Mar 10:39 PM
EntertainmentUkraine rail gives US actor an ‘Oscar’ made from train carriage hit by RussiaSean Penn skipped collecting his third Academy Award to travel to Kyiv.17 Mar 07:19 PM
WorldTrump says he can ‘take’ Cuba: ‘I can do anything I want with it’The Trump oil blockade has left Cuba without fuel for three months.17 Mar 05:47 PM
WorldTop counterterrorism official Joe Kent resigns in opposition to Iran warKent, an ex-Green Beret whose wife died in Syria, calls Iran no imminent threat.17 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKiwiSaverLobbying and anecdotes behind changes to first-home KiwiSaver withdrawal rules – MBIEMinisters Nicola Willis and Scott Simpson pushed the policy without public consultation.17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandPsychology assistant push hits hurdle as Otago forced to wait until 2027The new diploma is part of a Government plan to boost mental health staff by 500 a year.17 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsRedress scheme for abuse in state care victims to expand after ‘Charlotte’s Change’Cabinet made the change after a minister was approached by a survivor. 17 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'We need to be really measured and calm': Fuel chief moves to ease shortage fearsChannel Infrastructure has 300 million litres of fuel stored at Marsden Point.17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandSamoa's PM says he asked All Blacks legend to calm Christopher Luxon's nerves over matai ceremonyThe ceremony to bestow Luxon with a chiefly title has dogged the PM's Samoa visit.17 Mar 05:36 AM
Politics'I reject the allegations': Emotional Hipkins chokes up denying ex-wife's claims'A public forum like this is not the way to litigate these,' he said.17 Mar 04:46 AM
PoliticsLuxon refuses to address report claiming he tried to call off Samoa chiefly title ceremonyThe Prime Minister is touring Samoa and Tonga this week. 16 Mar 09:54 PM
New ZealandMore beds and staff as $25m injected into health to ease winter pressure in hospitalsThe investment hopes to deliver 378 extra staff and 71 extra winter hospital beds.16 Mar 07:44 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYShould the Government splash the cash to help Kiwis? Daily panel discussion | Ryan Bridge TODAYPead PR founder Deb Pead and 818 managing director Chris Henry debate the top issues of the day. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch16 Mar 07:24 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKatrina Colombié: The social media debate is missing the most important voicesMany students want clearer guidance from parents and support from schools.16 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Inappropriate, ineffective': Govt shuns plea to exempt rough sleeping from 'move-on' plansGovernment departments said the proposals risked further harming our most vulnerable.16 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsSamoa’s PM tells Luxon to ignore negativity on social media over matai titleThe two PMs attended a state dinner in Apia. 16 Mar 07:31 AM
Politics‘Today I have had enough’: Hipkins’ ex-wife Jade Paul on decision to post allegations to FacebookChris Hipkins' ex-wife has defended her decision to make the allegations. 16 Mar 07:25 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsFuel disruption levels: What could prompt move to Level 2, when may that happenFinance Minister Nicola Willis has discussed what could happen in the coming weeks.16 Mar 03:19 AM
PoliticsInflation could hit 3.7% under Treasury’s ‘worst-case’ inflation scenarioNicola Willis warns our fuel supply chain could be disrupted.16 Mar 03:18 AM
Politics'Superhighway for drugs': NZ, Samoa bolster crackdown amid 'Pacific tsunami' of crimeCrime was a key agenda topic for the PMs' Cabinet meeting. 16 Mar 02:27 AM
PoliticsChris Hipkins rejects social media allegations from his ex-wifeLabour leader's ex-wife said Hipkins' actions contradicted the party's electioneering. 16 Mar 01:29 AM
New ZealandSocial Investment Agency deputy chief quits amid bullying investigationKylie Reiri quit the Social Investment Agency in February while under a probe.15 Mar 11:33 PM
PoliticsWhy Luxon has explaining to do as he visits Samoa, Tonga for first official engagementsThe PM and a delegation of high-profile New Zealanders will visit Samoa and Tonga. 15 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNo need to panic-buy: Minister moves to calm fuel-shortage fearsNicola Willis says New Zealand still has about 50 days of fuel supply.15 Mar 06:00 AM
