WorldMother who wrote children's book about grief on trial for husband's murderCourt documents allege she tried to poison him multiple times.25 Feb 12:46 AM
New ZealandTower to redistribute work to Auckland, Fiji as Rotorua office closesUnion slams move to 'ship work overseas'; insurer says it's proudly Kiwi/Pacific.25 Feb 12:28 AM
New ZealandUK sanctions NZ insurer over alleged links to 'dark fleet' shipping Iranian, Russian oilIt comes after revelations that the firm had insured 'shadow fleet' vessels. 24 Feb 07:01 PM
PremiumEnergyGovt considers indemnity against financial loss for new thermal electricity investments23 Feb 06:00 PM
PoliticsClimate Change Minister says managed retreat an option as nationwide flooding risk map promised17 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It feels like winter has started early': Mount businesses fight for survival11 Feb 06:00 PM
AgribusinessInsurer to refund $5.3m after admitting overcharging customersFMG will pay $2.1m under an FMA-enforced undertaking, on top of refunds.08 Feb 11:24 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Forget Paris targets, NZ’s climate focus has to be survival and retreatOPINION: No NZ government will pay $3b to other governments for foreign climate projects.05 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyWhat were the 10 biggest deals of 2025 where foreigners bought NZ assets?The deals included $US700m being invested in the financial services business FNZ Group.04 Feb 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJenée TibshraenyJenée Tibshraeny: Why Willis won't get in the way of insurers hiking premiumsOPINION: Homeowners unlikely to see savings from new insurance review.04 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandThieves urged to return Olympic gold medal stolen from rowing great's Christchurch homePolice say the gold medal can be returned anonymously via any station.03 Feb 07:41 PM
BusinessMajor insurer declines new home insurance policies for BlenheimThe insurer cites flood risk in Westport and seismic exposure in Canterbury.03 Feb 06:43 PM
New ZealandStudent volunteers help Waihī Beach cafe and gym hit by flood damageSurf Shack lost $22,500 of food and faces total damage in the tens of thousands.02 Feb 09:00 PM
New ZealandThe most stolen cars in Hawke's Bay in 2025, and how to stop them being targetedNearly nine in 10 stolen vehicles are more than 10 years old.02 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ's most stolen car of 2025 revealedThe Japanese hybrid hatchback has topped the most stolen list every year since 2022.02 Feb 03:00 PM
New Zealand‘Don't destroy it’: Rowing great pleads for stolen Olympic gold medal’s returnLeslie O’Connell’s Christchurch house was ransacked while he was away.02 Feb 01:31 AM
New Zealand'Even less reason to be loyal': Multi-policy discounts even harder to come byIn the past week, a fifth major insurer has started phasing out the discount scheme.01 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Hipkins can’t be blamed for trying to seize the moment at the MountOPINION: AA Insurance has halted new cover for homes in flood-prone Westport.31 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: We are at a crossroad; if we don’t make the difficult decisions then our insurers willOPINION: While we still can, the country needs to invest in our defence.30 Jan 04:07 PM
Banking and financeFMA warns insurer after $700k motor policy overcharge hits 5000+ customersAioi Nissay Dowa overcharged 5055 motor insurance customers nearly $700,000.29 Jan 10:35 PM
New ZealandInsurer expecting $50m in payouts from October stormIt's the second-most number of claims for an event in FMG's 120-year history. 28 Jan 11:51 PM
New Zealand'Open for business': Mayor urges caution as Coromandel rebuilds after stormNine Thames-Coromandel homes are red‑stickered and exempt from rates.28 Jan 10:35 PM
New ZealandInsurer temporarily halts new policies in Westport due to flood riskExisting AA Insurance customers can keep cover and transfer it when selling.28 Jan 07:37 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionBig caveat in Building Act overhaul risks leaving home owners exposedCabinet quietly agreed it can suspend mandatory warranties for up to four years.27 Jan 12:48 AM
New ZealandNorthlanders show PM scale of isolation after storms cut off coastal communitiesWhangārei district remains in a state of emergency after two severe storms.24 Jan 01:34 AM
Travel newsFine print leaves Kiwi couple footing $3k bill after flight delayed in VietnamConsumer NZ warns separate domestic and international bookings can leave gaps in cover. 23 Jan 04:00 PM
HealthcareBack to work sooner: ACC unveils plan to avoid $26 billion deficitThe changes follow a call for action from the Government.21 Jan 11:00 PM
WorldParcel shelf thieves smash London car windows in new crime waveThieves are smashing rear windows to steal boot parcel shelves for resale.19 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Very sad': Tower Insurance to close Rotorua office, 50 jobs affectedSome staff to chose redundancy or Auckland; other affected roles change to work-from-home.16 Jan 05:00 PM
