New Zealand'Tattooing is fine art': Award-winning Kiwi tattooist showcases body of workSome of his most recognisable local works belong to Millie Elder-Holmes, a close friend.04 Oct 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKoha cafes, food banks and markets: How the regional towns are coping with hard times Small Northland towns are struggling with poverty but there are pockets of hope.04 Oct 07:00 PM
New ZealandMum’s charity mission after 'people magnet' son's sudden meningitis death Dion Hodder was just 16 when the disease claimed his life during a St John cadet camp.04 Oct 06:41 AM
All Blacks'Mouldy Aussie': Australian paper called out for All Black blunderWilliams said he was a 'Mozzie', slang for a Māori living in Australia.03 Oct 06:00 AM
New Zealand'In the thick of it': Thunderstorms, hail bring stormy end to school holidays for the northNorthland and Auckland could see squally thunderstorms and localised downpours.02 Oct 07:22 PM
New ZealandThree more measles cases confirmed in Northland outbreakThe number of confirmed cases has now risen to nine. The latest three were close contacts.02 Oct 05:27 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe perils of compulsory virtue: Lessons from Auckland University's backtrackOPINION: The Senate vote showed 75% of professors wanted courses to be optional.02 Oct 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Check, check, check': Northlander shares cancer battle lessonsA Kerikeri charity ball is being held to raise funds for the Breast Cancer Foundation.01 Oct 05:31 PM
TravelCape Brett hike: The brutal, beautiful track worth every stepThe Cape Brett Track offers stunning views of cliffs and a historic lighthouse.01 Oct 06:26 AM
New ZealandOne dead, one critical after late-night Far North crashEmergency services were called to the crash about 11.15pm in Ōhaeawai.30 Sep 06:29 PM
New ZealandMother of missing woman shares fresh details: A cash withdrawal and hours in SkyCity basementThe mother of a 25-year-old missing for six weeks has revealed new info about the case.30 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandMeasles warning after Bay of Islands school show identified as exposure siteNorthland’s childhood vaccination rate is the country’s lowest, at 62%.30 Sep 04:16 AM
New Zealand'Fair bit of damage': Ambulance hit in Northland highway crashState Highway 1 at Whakapara was closed while the scene was cleared.30 Sep 12:58 AM
TravelSee Northern Lights and winter wonders in this tiny Alaskan townMost breeze right past this charming town, but it's worth staying a while. 29 Sep 08:39 PM
New ZealandNorthlanders rush to get measles shots after Bay of Islands case confirmedOnly about 60% of Northlanders are vaccinated, well below the 95% target.29 Sep 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Got smoked by the shark': Young fisherman loses huge snapper while surfcastingThe culprit shark was likely up to 3m long, possibly a white pointer.29 Sep 02:00 AM
TravelFrom pirates to palm trees: Why sailors keep returning for Musket Cove Regatta WeekThis year marked the 41st edition of Fiji’s famed Musket Cove Regatta Week.27 Sep 05:29 PM
New ZealandNorthland’s hidden crisis: Meet the locals fighting homelessness on the front lineMonte Tito, Liz Cassidy-Canning and Petrina Pitman are helping Northland's homeless.26 Sep 05:00 PM
KahuUni recommends making compulsory Māori course optional after feedbackDavid Seymour criticised the course as limiting student choice and freedom.26 Sep 04:30 AM
New Zealand'Sorry folks, we've got nothing' – Thieves strip church of food for communityLawnmowers, a weed eater, kayaks and food are among the items stolen.25 Sep 05:00 PM
Kahu'Misleading': Deputy Mayor slams Hobson's Pledge over campaign adKelly Stratford's photo was used without consent in the campaign.24 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumMood of the Boardroom'It's broken': Business leaders call for overhaul of local governmentMany business leaders are frustrated by a system that actively resists growth23 Sep 07:00 AM
New ZealandHow this forestry boss helped change the future for NZ falconsColin Maunder led Timberlands to adopt falcon-friendly forestry practices. 23 Sep 03:29 AM
Crime'Giant red flags': How a woman's promising job led to money laundering convictions Kimberley Dow was described by a judge as bright but naive. 21 Sep 10:00 PM
New ZealandNational title hopes for Tall Black and schoolmatesNapier Boys' High haven't won an NZ basketball title since 1992. Now's the big chance. 19 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandFar North ‘in crisis’: Calls grow for mandatory dog desexingFar North euthanasia rates are high because of aggressive, unrehomable dogs.18 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Making strides - Northland teen's dog walking venture takes offKymani Exshaw started The Dogfather service in Kerikeri for local dogs.16 Sep 11:00 PM
PoliticsHow coalition MPs plan to vote on their Māori wardsHow do some coalition MPs plan to vote on the Māori ward referendum? 16 Sep 04:59 AM
CrimeGun threat in Far North ends with arrest and raft of chargesThe man is accused of using a shotgun to threaten people, among other charges.16 Sep 04:09 AM
KahuFrom margin to mana: Māori players are reshaping cricket’s storyTeam manager Rob Geaney said the squad's aim is to inspire young Māori in sport.14 Sep 12:00 AM
Kahu'First redress': Crown move signals shift in Ngāpuhi settlement talksKororipo Pā in Kerikeri is to be returned to Ngāpuhi in time for Waitangi Day 2026.11 Sep 01:37 AM
New ZealandNorthland College first state school to seek charter statusNgāpuhi iwi will sponsor the school, providing cultural and governance support.07 Sep 11:55 PM
New Zealand'More important than ever': Push for money talks to boost financial literacyA recent report showed only 23% of Kiwis rate their financial knowledge as 'excellent'.07 Sep 05:00 PM
Crime'Unsettling': Stolen $130k trophy reappears in woman's home nine months laterManawa Hepi broke down in court after hearing the owner didn't hold a grudge.07 Sep 05:00 AM
