New ZealandMeth, ammunition, homemade taser seized in dawn police raidArmed Offenders Squad and drug detector dogs executed two search warrants on Wednesday.19 Jun 04:30 AM
New Zealand'Serious and violent': Six injured in brawl after burnout confrontationA 22-year-old was charged with aggravated robbery.19 Jun 02:50 AM
PremiumPremiumProperty‘Rather irrational’: Multi-millionaire questions Healthy Homes rulesPeter Lewis is upgrading his 12 rentals but has questioned why others are exempt.18 Jun 11:00 PM
EnergyBig four power firms near deal to secure Huntly's back-up roleNew Zealand's big power generators want to offset dry-year risk. 18 Jun 10:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPublican on rugby, running 'tough' bars, and the night he sold 85 kegs of GuinnessReg Hennessy has owned pubs, taverns and liquor stores over a nearly 50-year career.18 Jun 07:32 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulOpinion: How Crusaders and Chiefs unearthed great talent from other regionsBoth clubs blend local talent with key recruits for long-term success.18 Jun 06:01 PM
New Zealand'Technology has come so far': Drones could be coming to farms and beaches near youDrone Zone displays how technology is revolutionising farming, fishing.18 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandWhy Auckland fires reveal urgent need for more firefighting resourcesMore than 80 firefighters battled the blaze at New World Victoria Park.18 Jun 05:00 PM
RacingAshlee Strawbridge rides Cheap Sav to victory for first career winAshlee Strawbridge guided her first winner at Cambridge on Wednesday.18 Jun 06:44 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFringe Benefit Tax: Should you be paying it if your business owns a ute?The IRD says changes should be revenue-neutral – but many have never paid FBT.18 Jun 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Life-changing': International flights return to Hamilton AirportJetstar's first planes to Sydney and Gold Coast have taken off from Hamilton this week.18 Jun 05:23 AM
New ZealandFather, daughter steal $190k in ATM heist, $159k still missingThe pair's sentencing was delayed to give them time to recall where the missing money is.18 Jun 04:09 AM
Super RugbySuper Rugby teams: The squads tasked with clinching the titleHow the Crusaders and Chiefs will line up in the Super Rugby Pacific final. 18 Jun 04:01 AM
New ZealandMissing Phillips children's harsh winter: Fourth birthday on the runThe King Country bush is cold and wet, making conditions very harsh.18 Jun 03:13 AM
New Zealand'I hate him': Partner of slain Tribesman lays blame for death at president's feetMark 'Shark' Hohua was allegedly killed in a 'hot-box' beating for spending gang funds.18 Jun 03:00 AM
New Zealand'It's frustrating': Fire truck shortage for supermarket fire angers unionFirefighters had to call an aerial truck from Hamilton for the Auckland blaze.18 Jun 01:05 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyAll rentals must meet five Healthy Homes standards by July 1Heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture and draught-stopping standards all coming in.17 Jun 11:00 PM
All Blacks'We don’t have a choice': France coach defends second-string squad for ABs tourFabien Galthie has picked a second-choice squad for July's NZ Tests.17 Jun 06:25 PM
New Zealand'Hot-box' murder: Accused says rival gang bigger issue than patched member's theftDefence counsel says Mark Hohua died after falling on to concrete steps while fleeing.17 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Aerial footage captures plumes of smoke spewing over Akl after supermarket fireNearby residents and businesses have been instructed to close their windows.17 Jun 05:01 AM
New ZealandSunshine follows chilly start before wet weather returns for MatarikiOne South Island spot fell into the double figures below zero this morning.16 Jun 10:44 PM
New ZealandPaving the way to NZ's future, using robots and kiwifruit leatherFieldays showcases NZ ingenuity with pollution-mapping robots and vegan leather.16 Jun 10:36 PM
New ZealandNew Zealand braces for potential arrival of deadly H5N1 bird fluIn October 2024, H5N1 was found in king penguins on Crozet and Kerguelen islands.16 Jun 10:18 PM
TravelWhat the inaugural Jetstar flight from Hamilton to Sydney was really likeInternational flights returned to Hamilton for the first time since 2012.16 Jun 08:16 PM
New Zealand'Lots of frost': NZ braces for sub-zero chill, possible 'heavy rain' before MatarikiMuch of the South Island is set to plunge below 0C tonight and tomorrow.16 Jun 08:21 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWhy Rotorua's First XV victory over Hamilton is one for the agesKing's College celebrated a 23-17 victory over Auckland Grammar, securing the Cooper-Greenbank Cup.16 Jun 05:01 AM
Formula 1Hamilton devastated after hitting groundhog in Canada F1 raceSir Lewis Hamilton was upset after accidentally hitting a groundhog.15 Jun 11:16 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Why Govt spending on tourism is great news for Kiwis wanting to leaveOPINION: Louise Upston champions a $35m tourism package to boost growth.15 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil GiffordPhil Gifford: Key factors to decide the Crusaders-Chiefs showdownOPINION: The Crusaders haven't lost a home playoff, so don't bet against them now.15 Jun 06:00 PM
Royals'Quite incredible': Go Racing's thrilling journey to Royal AscotAlbert Bosma's Go Racing has three horses competing at Royal Ascot this week.15 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I will forever hate you': Victims' torment after 'friend' sexually abused them as boysGlen Wright continues to deny the offending and claims the victims conspired against him.15 Jun 08:00 AM
Super RugbyChiefs beat Brumbies to book spot in Super Rugby Pacific finalThe Chiefs will head to Christchurch to meet the Crusaders next weekend. 14 Jun 09:03 AM
Racing'Weather won't help': Challenges face Mercurial at Te RapaRainy conditions could challenge Mercurial, who struggles on heavy tracks.13 Jun 10:07 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Residents have every right to be upset over cell towersOPINION: Who wants a giant, ugly, industrial-looking pole near their home?13 Jun 05:00 PM
