WorldBolivia released 'buzzy' new beer – but does the world want it?Bolivia has been trying to destigmatise the plant, which is used to make cocaine.11 Jun 11:13 PM
EntertainmentBridgerton star praised for reaction to 'insulting' commentA comment was made to the star seemingly referring to her character's sex scene.11 Jun 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We have more work to do': Use of traditional Māori healing soars – ACCIn 2020, 472 people made claims for rongoā healing. In 2023, 6103 did.11 Jun 05:03 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Eye surgeon jailed for attempted murder was dating district court judgeThe judge can finally be named today after a year-long suppression fight.11 Jun 06:09 AM
New ZealandWatch: Orca in Napier harbour provide 'spectacular wildlife-watching'Orca can sometimes be spotted in the harbour much to the excitement of witnesses.11 Jun 05:17 AM
New ZealandTruancy stats: Parents may be taking kids for long weekends hunting and skiing, principal saysAttendance of students is worse on either side of a weekend, statistics show.11 Jun 03:13 AM
New Zealand'Not the actions of a good father' - Police say missing Marokopa man armed, still a risk to communityThis morning they offered a $80,000 reward in the hunt for Tom Phillips.11 Jun 02:08 AM
PoliticsNew poll: National drops post-Budget, Hipkins pulls ahead of PMA new poll has shown no great affection for the Budget.11 Jun 12:28 AM
Banking and financeKiwibank faces prosecution over $7m in customer overcharging'Serious' charges come after multiple errors in Kiwibank’s manual and electronic systems.11 Jun 12:05 AM
New ZealandDeadly virus poses increasing threat to NZDeadly virus could be an increasing threat to NZ because of climate change.10 Jun 11:22 PM
WorldMum-of-four eaten whole by python in IndonesiaLocals found her belongings and then saw the snake with a swollen belly.10 Jun 02:10 AM
New Zealand‘I was planning my funeral’: Woman’s six-day ordeal after bungled cancer diagnosisShe broke the heartbreaking news to her two sons and was considering an assisted death.10 Jun 01:46 AM
Crime'Hysterical screaming' heard before baby's 'violent' death'Nobody in the community likes to think that this sort of thing can happen'.10 Jun 01:03 AM
WorldFrench President Macron calls snap election after EU vote lossThe move comes as first projected results put the far-right National Rally party ahead.09 Jun 09:08 PM
New Zealand'Dirty nappies, old shoes' in recycling bins anger councilAucklanders need to be a bit more careful when it comes to recycling.09 Jun 08:55 PM
KahuMāori boxer Michael Herangi-Helg wins title with 4th round TKOMāori boxer Michael Herangi-Helg claims vacant title09 Jun 08:35 PM
New Zealand'Going to be life-changing': Two winners claim share of $50m Powerball, retail outlets buzzingThe jackpot has been split between seven lucky players, who each picked up $7 million.09 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandTwo of seven winners claim share of $50m Powerball, retail outlets buzzingThe jackpot has been split between seven lucky players who each picked up more than $7m.09 Jun 03:56 AM
New Zealand'Anybody got fights?': Bullies film violent attack on junior student at Hamilton school'For God's sake, that's not what should be happening at our kids' schools.'09 Jun 03:22 AM
WorldEndless love: 100-year-old WWII veteran marries near D-Day beachesHe’s 100, she’s a youngster of just 96.08 Jun 11:22 PM
Formula 1Liam Lawson in two-way shootout for 2025 F1 seat as another domino fallsCould the Kiwi be forced to look elsewhere for next season?08 Jun 11:00 PM
New Zealand15 hours of non-stop rain: Heavy rain warnings in force for west of country, strong winds hit AucklandResidents at the top of the South Island could see up to 170mm of rain.08 Jun 09:33 PM
New ZealandBusted: Cleaner springs guests who booked beachside motel to make fake moneyCouple checked in carrying a guillotine, printer and multiple laptop bags.08 Jun 09:08 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia and marketing'Failure of imagination': Terminally ill filmmaker on why NZ hasn't had a hit movie in eight yearsHunt for the bolder people: ‘New Zealand’s storytelling doesn’t excite anyone anymore.'07 Jun 06:34 PM
New ZealandAuckland crews battle large shed fire in Browns Bay, North ShoreFirefighters were called to the property about 7.45pm.07 Jun 09:27 AM
New Zealand‘Why me?’: Grandma's fury as home with baby inside sprayed with bullets'If I’m gonna die I’d just rather die in my own home, but I’d like to know why.'07 Jun 02:40 AM
New Zealand'Death sentence' living in NZ: Mum paying $180k for surgery in Germany'If we didn’t go ... within the next five years I’ll die.'07 Jun 01:00 AM
New ZealandWoman loses ability to move legs after ‘nangs’ nitrous oxide overdoseAuckland woman says she was using nitrous oxide to numb the pain of a back injury.06 Jun 09:58 PM
TravelAir NZ makes shock announcement about Bali flightsThe airline has made a major change to its direct service.06 Jun 08:59 PM
New ZealandTory Whanau reveals ADHD diagnosis with 'traits of autism'The mayor's diagnosis came while she was seeking help for her drinking problem.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandDestiny Church disciple charged with historical sexual assaults involving teenagersThe accused man is due to appear in Manukau District Court next week.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMinistry of Justice proposes over 150 job cutsThe Ministry of Justice is the latest to announce workforce cuts.06 Jun 04:16 AM
New Zealand'Shocked': Home on 'family street' targeted in drive-by shootingPolice are keeping 'an open mind' on whether the two shootings overnight are linked.05 Jun 09:42 PM
New Zealand‘A hill I’m prepared to die on’: Family face fine for front yard cabinA Whanganui couple say they won't move the cabin on their property.05 Jun 05:08 PM