Crime'She was just wailing': Friends had to tell RSE worker's mum he had been killed in a crashTruck driver Robert Clifford was on his phone when he crashed into the RSE van.31 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandThree hurt, one in critical condition, after Waikato crashThe crash occurred around 7.30pm, involving a single vehicle.30 Aug 08:47 AM
New ZealandThe country's most hit overbridgeKiwiRail confirmed it's the most struck bridge in NZ, with 13 known strikes a year.29 Aug 04:41 AM
New ZealandSchools across NZ receive mass 'bomb threat' emailQueenstown Primary School's deputy principal says the threat was issued this morning.29 Aug 01:28 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyBig revaluations spur Metlifecare to 25% net profit riseDespite housing downturn, company sales remain strong: 332 new units, care suites built.28 Aug 10:39 PM
RugbyConcussion expert calls for extended stand-down period in pro rugby after player's deathWorld Rugby's current concussion stand-down period is only 12 days for professionals.28 Aug 04:32 AM
New ZealandWatch: Drink-driving pensioner crashes airborne into water, bystanders rush to helpBystanders threw life rings and climbed down to the water to help the woman.27 Aug 06:05 AM
New ZealandKFC doubles down in Hastings with second restaurantThe new KFC could replace the closed Vege Shed, and not everyone's happy.27 Aug 03:51 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungJudge says Waitangi Tribunal is 'Rolls Royce' arbiter on Treaty Claimants want a greater role for courts in declaring breaches of the Treaty of Waitangi. 26 Aug 11:51 PM
New ZealandMother pleads not guilty after baby's body found in Albert ParkA 36-year-old woman is charged with concealing the dead body of a child. 26 Aug 10:13 PM
New Zealand'Like dwarf-tossing': Concussion experts call for Run It Straight banResearchers describe Run It Straight events as 'perfect brain injury delivery systems'.26 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan banned from owning horses after animal welfare breaches foundBarry Alexander Hill of Ashburton is forbidden to own horses for three years.26 Aug 03:34 AM
New ZealandEastPack, police probe van crash that injured kiwifruit RSE workersSix were hospitalised with moderate to serious injuries, with others also hurt.26 Aug 02:36 AM
New Zealand'Not cost-effective': $11m spent outsourcing scans, with 8750 patients waitingHealth NZ says outsourcing is not new or a 'stop-gap measure'.25 Aug 06:03 PM
New ZealandBaby's death from sepsis highlights missed care opportunities - reportParents raised concerns about his breathing but were told it was mucus.25 Aug 07:43 AM
New Zealand'So much happiness': 1000 join Hastings colour run for charityEveryone finished the event looking like 'a living rainbow'.25 Aug 04:39 AM
New ZealandWoman surrenders passport, given bail after newborn baby's body found in park A 36-year-old woman appeared in Auckland District Court today. 25 Aug 01:25 AM
New ZealandSportsman trial: Radiologist describes sound of infant’s 13 rib fracturesThe defence suggests medical issues, denying the defendant harmed the infant.25 Aug 01:04 AM
New ZealandLake Alice survivor heads to court to challenge Govt’s compensation schemeMalcolm Richards is seeking to have the compensation scheme declared unlawful.25 Aug 12:44 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLisa Oakley: The hidden behaviours that sabotage your workplacePoor recognition systems lead to mediocrity and low morale.24 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandNZ pharmacy under investigation after woman overdoses on fentanylThe pharmacy involved says the 'mistake' was the result of 'human error'.24 Aug 06:30 PM
PremiumPremiumRoyalsHow Marama Royal is leading Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei to new heightsNgāti Whātua Ōrākei's assets have risen from $631m in 2014 to $1.53b last year.24 Aug 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Grateful to still be alive': Black Cap Blair Tickner and wife, Sarah, on cancer journey'I'm grateful to still move my body, I'm grateful for my family, friends and community.'22 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Something fundamentally wrong when essential workers are leavingOPINION: Teachers are the ones who can turn the tide on our kids' educations.22 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Huge spike': AT trials live CCTV on buses after surge in driver assaultsDrivers can alert operators to start watching by silently pressing a button.22 Aug 05:00 PM
CrimeCop in court facing charge over teen's deathOfficer A is accused of dangerous driving, causing the death of Angel Riley of Whangārei.22 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandCity-bound lanes reopen after serious truck crash closes part of Northwestern MotorwayA person is in critical condition after a truck crashed into a barrier on SH16.21 Aug 09:29 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: NZ can dramatically increase funding for vital drugsOPINION: It just needs to prioritise people's health and make budget cuts in other areas.21 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandJordan Keil inquest: Key health workers not told about risk he posed to himselfHealth workers offer condolences to grieving family as evidence exposes gaps in care.20 Aug 06:10 AM
WorldDog attacks leave Sydney community living in fearA fatal attack on June 7 resulted in the death of a small dog.19 Aug 09:28 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBackers of Napier rock pool plan excited, say feasibility study shows it's possible'If we don’t have this, in eight to 10 years’ time we won’t have a beach.'19 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland man has car impounded, court summons after car filmed overtaking dangerously on ski roadThe shuttle driver captured the overtaking manoeuvre on his dash cam. 18 Aug 09:12 PM
New ZealandBus collides with two cars outside high schoolThe incident, which unfolded as students were finishing school, left many shocked.18 Aug 08:08 AM
New ZealandElderly man died after suffering heart attack, bleeding during surgery he didn't consent toOne of his surgeons was inexperienced, the other didn't even work at the hospital.18 Aug 03:00 AM
