PremiumPremiumBusinessFast-tracking granted for 4000-home Sunfield plans at Ardmore'Construction prices are still to adjust to the current property cycle and remain high.'10 Mar 02:19 AM
New Zealand‘Some of the worst’ properties ‘ever seen’: Landlords fined after evicting unhappy tenantsLandlords must pay $25,900 and face a six-year restraining order.10 Mar 02:09 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGovt ignored advice on giving sex offence victims ‘veto’ on name suppressionDocuments show multiple groups opposed the changes, raising 'strong concerns'.03 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFizzy fury: Call to ban sugary drinks from sports stadiumsDental Association says the “severity of the issue” of tooth decay in youth is alarming.01 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessConsumer NZ, retirement residents vs Metlifecare over repairs, maintenanceConsumer NZ, Retirement Village Residents Association complain about repairs, maintenance.26 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Frankly ludicrous’: Rusting oil tank has same heritage protection as ParliamentProposed new legislation aims to make it easier to delist heritage buildings.25 Feb 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: How the Gangs Act shifted headlines from delays to crackdown successesOPINION: 3037 charges against gang members in Operation Nickel, including serious crimes.24 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessStudent flat shockers: Property managers want rental industry ‘cowboys’ goneA Tenancy Services taskforce is due to inspect some of Dunedin's grotty flats this year. 22 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandFlower growers have thorn in their side over proposed import changesFlower growers worry the change could introduce new pests.22 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Why we need tougher measures to tackle minor crimesOPINION: Shoplifters are leaving supermarkets with trolley-loads of stolen food.10 Feb 04:01 PM
KahuTop detective assigned to investigation into Te Pāti Māori over alleged data misuseDetective Superintendent Ross McKay leads the investigation into party activities in 2023.10 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Pregnant? Don’t Drink’: 87-year-old’s mission to tackle disorderA petition calls for 'Pregnant? Don’t Drink' signs in liquor stores.08 Feb 04:02 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Luxon pays steep price for Seymour's Treaty Principles BillLuxon gave Seymour an inch - he has now suffered for miles.07 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: How Te Tiriti challenges modern politics and privatisationMāori outnumbered Pākehā forty to one when Te Tiriti was signed.31 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandTauranga’s first Māori ward councillor resignsHe was elected in July but has not been able to take up the role due to illness.31 Jan 06:47 AM
New ZealandGang patch legislation means gang insignia headstone banGang insignia on headstones established before the Gangs Act 2024 was passed can stay.31 Jan 03:41 AM
PoliticsWatch: PM Christopher Luxon speaks at Rātana PaRātana locals are seeking reassurance from the PM about the Treaty Principles Bill.24 Jan 12:41 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessProperty Insider: 6 big things likely to dominate 2025Seascape, Ikea, some big new buildings and a court drama loom.20 Jan 04:01 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDevonport $400m intensification plan fast-track application: New apartments, shops, officesMajor intensification plans show the Devonport spots in line for change.15 Jan 04:00 PM
OpinionCale Silich: Why tikanga debates matter at political tangihangaOPINION: Three PMs blocked from speaking at Turia's tangi, igniting tikanga controversy.13 Jan 06:01 AM
KahuThe Regulatory Standards Bill is a 'constitutional straitjacket', its critics sayThe bill is slammed as 'dangerous', while warnings sounded of Act ideology entrenchment.12 Jan 06:48 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCops seize $60m of ‘tainted’ property allegedly linked to criminals A look at some of the properties targeted by police - and why they made the move.09 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Why Act’s reinterpretation of the Treaty falls shortTreaty debate highlights tension between co-governance and self-determination in NZ politics.27 Dec 04:00 PM
KahuHorizons formally opposes Treaty Principles BillHorizons Regional Council votes to oppose the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill.27 Dec 04:00 PM
KahuHow Te Pāti Māori aims to unite opposition against current GovernmentTe Pāti Māori seeks united opposition to oust 'cruel' government.19 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandBloods gang added to patch ban list after initially being missed outAlso added to the list is Auckland's TwoEight Brotherhood, taking the total to 37 gangs.19 Dec 02:25 AM
OpinionOpinion: Why the haka protest marked a pivotal moment in NZ politicsYoung leaders drove the massive hīkoi, emphasising empowerment and unity in Aotearoa.18 Dec 08:48 PM
Kahu'This bill kills': Activists disrupt Parliament over fast-track bill350 Aotearoa decry bill as 'anti-democratic, anti-climate'.17 Dec 05:27 PM
EntertainmentElton John thinks legalising marijuana 'one of the greatest mistakes of all time'Time's Icon of the Year, the singer revealed he made 'terrible decisions' while on drugs.12 Dec 10:42 PM
New ZealandPet bonds, no-cause evictions legislation passesThe bill amends the Residential Tenancies Act.12 Dec 06:49 AM
New ZealandBeen drinking coffee at your hairdressers? That's illegalA new bill would make it legal to serve drinks at hair salons.27 Nov 08:04 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsDo Māori have rights other New Zealanders don’t have?The issue has been brought into sharp focus by the Treaty Principles Bill. 25 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandTensions on relationships between 'grumpy' gangsters and community police due to patch banThe new law will be hard for Northland's sole-charge officers, Police Association says.22 Nov 05:00 PM
KahuOpinion: It's hard when you become a minority in the land of your fathersOPINION: Once proud and hard-working, most Māori have no meaningful mahi.22 Nov 02:15 AM