New ZealandStock car driver critically injured after smash at Whanganui speedwayA car crash at Oceanview Speedway led to a person being cut from a vehicle.26 Apr 10:24 AM
New Zealand'Far-reaching and devastating': Meth use has surged in this part of NZ as prices dropPolice attribute increased drug use to greater availability and lower prices.25 Apr 05:03 PM
PoliticsAnzac spirit: Aussie politicians confirm Kiwi citizenship pathway will stay There have been fears a change of Government in Australia would axe the new rules.25 Apr 05:25 AM
New Zealand'Horrific and life-changing injuries': Man in coma after 'freak' balcony accidentThe glass balustrade the man was leaning on 'gave out', causing him to fall.25 Apr 05:10 AM
LifestyleKiwi influencer dies at 21 after documenting cancer battle'My life may be short, but I genuinely think I’ve squeezed every bit out of it.'24 Apr 09:56 PM
New ZealandStabbing prompts security review for Department of Corrections A staff member was critically injured in the April 9 attack.24 Apr 05:00 PM
PoliticsAct ramps up pressure on National minister over ACC ‘ethnic outcome targets’Circular dictates that the Govt's demand for public services be delivered based on need.24 Apr 03:22 AM
New ZealandMan charged with abducting 3-year-old from daycareA man has been charged with taking a child from an early learning centre in Rotorua.23 Apr 11:26 PM
KahuPlunket scheme vaccinates fewer than 100 babies in five monthsPlunket vaccinated fewer than 100 babies since its December soft launch.23 Apr 02:10 AM
OpinionOpinion: Lest we forget? Aside from Anzac Day, NZ has been slow to remember its military veteransOPINION: The plan to expand the definition of the term ‘veteran’ brings some good news.22 Apr 11:59 PM
New ZealandHow Whakatāne Hospital plans to restore full maternity services Since January, 88 Eastern Bay women have had their babies at Tauranga Hospital.22 Apr 11:08 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Easter trading laws inconsistent and illogicalOPINION: The Defence Capability Plan overlooks key modern threats.21 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: New Whanganui pharmacy owner’s journey from Nigeria to the river cityIn 2015, pharmacy owner Shope Olawoyin began thinking about leaving Nigeria. 21 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Health system announcement may be piecemeal repairsOPINION: It sounds really good – until you look at the details. 20 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Nonsense' blood service being offered at string of clinics around New Zealand 'There is zero science to it,' says one health leader. 19 Apr 08:00 PM
New ZealandVolunteer firefighters seek equal ACC coverLocal fire chiefs urge support for a petition to aid volunteer firefighters.18 Apr 11:02 PM
New ZealandHomeowner's 'worst nightmare': Woman's face cut, thought she would die in knifepoint burglaryThe man heard the woman sold her car for $1000 and believed she'd have cash in the house.18 Apr 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSteven JoyceSteven Joyce: NZ must rethink funding for hospital infrastructureOPINION: Private investors should be invited to build more of our health facilities.18 Apr 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Why the UK's Supreme Court decision matters for women's rightsOPINION: The UK Supreme Court has ruled 'woman' refers only to biological women.18 Apr 05:00 PM
WorldAccused health-care CEO killer Luigi Mangione indicted on federal chargesLuigi Mangione has been indicted in federal court on murder and stalking charges.18 Apr 04:17 AM
New Zealand‘I love my life’: How a mother found hope after her darkest daysLynda Hills struggled with her mental health throughout her youth.18 Apr 02:00 AM
CrimeMeth dealer with 23-year addiction praised for rehabilitation efforts Brian Tito was found with 87g of meth and 'tick lists' of around $50,000.17 Apr 06:00 AM
WorldSupreme Court ruling: Only biological women recognised under lawJK Rowling praised the decision, saying it protects women's and girls' rights.16 Apr 10:14 PM
New Zealand'Really tired': Staffing crisis strains Taupō's senior doctorsNight shifts often have just one senior doctor for the entire hospital.16 Apr 07:41 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: First aid training returns to Niue after 12 years, 80 locals trainedCourses included basic life support and advanced resuscitation skills.15 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandAmputee begs thieves to return his footSomeone has stolen Russel Blank's foot and he is, to put it mildly, 'a bit pissed off'.14 Apr 11:57 PM
New ZealandCrime proceeds could fund drug addiction help, Mental Health Minister saysThe Mental Health Minister says crime proceeds could help fund meth addiction services.14 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandHow 'Polk' documentary seeks to honour Pauline Hanna's story'You’re aware that this is because a person’s died.'14 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandGovt directs Health NZ to stop saying ‘pregnant people’ Researcher Dr George Parker says order conflicts with best practice in healthcare.14 Apr 06:39 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Rural doctor shortage - how one medical programme is solving the crisisWest Coast GP plays key role in University of Otago's Rural Medical Immersion Programme.14 Apr 05:05 PM
New Zealand'Extremely traumatic': Doctor's error with implant leads to unwanted pregnancyThe non-binary person thought they were protected but became pregnant while overseas.14 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandGun-wielding man jumps into nurse's car, threatens her outside hospitalPolice are still looking for a man who jumped into the hospital worker's back seat.14 Apr 01:16 AM
EntertainmentPolly Gillespie on life after radio and new careerAfter retraining and lots of therapy, the radio legend reveals her surprising new chapter.12 Apr 11:00 PM
New ZealandSAS soldier's miraculous survival after 100km/h skydiving crashA skydiving crash nearly took Jono Magee's life. This is how he was saved.12 Apr 09:00 PM
