New ZealandGovt instructs Auckland Council to allow 15 storeys-plus buildings near key train stationsThe Government says previous density requirements don't go far enough. 25 Jun 01:39 AM
New ZealandSeymour defends social media posts amid Cabinet Manual breach claimsDavid Seymour dismissed criticism of his social media posts as playful fun.23 Jun 09:05 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessTech Insider: Australia's U16 social media ban passes key test – but NZ watchdog remains scepticalNetsafe's CEO has criticised the under-16 ban as a 'bureaucratic fever dream'.23 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland retirement village residents rally for urgent law changesPublic consultation on the Retirement Villages Act review began in 2023.22 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyProperty manager fined $3500 for breaching healthy homes standardsQuinovic acknowledged the breaches and confirmed exemplary damages were paid.22 Jun 03:00 AM
WorldSuspect in Minnesota shootings listed 45 officials in notebookPolice found in a notebook the names of 11 'people-search' websites.20 Jun 02:15 AM
WorldEU passes new rules for pets, including microchips and bans on mutilationsAll cats and dogs sold must have microchips registered in an EU database.19 Jun 09:24 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty‘Rather irrational’: Multi-millionaire questions Healthy Homes rulesPeter Lewis is upgrading his 12 rentals but has questioned why others are exempt.18 Jun 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyAll rentals must meet five Healthy Homes standards by July 1Heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture and draught-stopping standards all coming in.17 Jun 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Behind the pay equity dispute over male vs female-dominated jobsThe big issue is how robust the comparisons are between male and female-dominated jobs.17 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: This Government is showing us what it valuesOPINION: Why WorkSafe changes are leaving workers vulnerable.14 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandFarm-to-forest conversions continue - reportClose to 40,000ha of farms sold for forestry since September last year.12 Jun 09:33 PM
WorldWA housing crisis: 210,000 call homes unaffordable as rents soarRents soared 76% over five years, pushing tenants to outer metro areas.11 Jun 10:42 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleExtremely life-like dolls cause a frenzy in BrazilNew York Times: The video received more than 16 million views on TikTok.11 Jun 06:00 PM
PoliticsGovernment agrees to big change for proposed anti-stalking law, doxing includedThe committee believed the act of “doxing” should be added to the list. 10 Jun 03:21 AM
OpinionOpinion: Here are 4 ways to make your home feel warmer this winterNew Zealand faces its first major cold snap of 2025, stressing chilly homes.10 Jun 02:04 AM
WorldOpinion: Democrats face growing tension over trans athletes in sportsDemocrats urge a rethink on trans issues, focusing on women's sports.09 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhy Hawke's Bay households will pay more for water by 2026Separate water bills will replace current rates bills.09 Jun 02:22 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldInside the battles that shattered Trump and Musk’s allianceTrump felt dejected after Elon Musk's public call for his impeachment.08 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: My daughter wrote a letter to Brooke van Velden, this is what it saidOPINION: Fifty students wrote to the Cabinet minister about pay equity changes.07 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCon artist property developer who ‘financially disemboweled’ victims gets more jail timeVictim says 'narcissist' fraudster Aaron Coupe ruined lives and was nabbed on skiing trip.06 Jun 04:13 AM
New ZealandBeehive staffer's resignation sparks debate on NZ privacy lawsThe PM is open to revisiting image-based sexual abuse after Michael Forbes scandal.06 Jun 01:04 AM
Economy'Completely dysfunctional': Turmoil within PNG's anti-corruption agencyLeadership tensions hamper PNG's anti-corruption body, ICAC.06 Jun 12:45 AM
World'Time to drop the really big bomb’: Musk claims Trump linked to Epstein files in online clashMusk provided no evidence for his claims about the documents.05 Jun 11:42 PM
RacingShannon stepping down as Entain Australia CEODean Shannon's resignation will be seen as a major loss for the NZ racing industry.05 Jun 01:40 AM
New ZealandResearchers warn of Pike River mine disaster potential repeat amid WorkSafe shake-upA health and safety expert believes the minister is being 'dogmatic' in changing WorkSafe.04 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBrent Carey: Why a social media ban for under-16s won't workOPINION: Stifling youth expression won't solve digital dilemmas.02 Jun 08:07 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGang patch ban: Police reveal how many charges, patches seizedPolice say gangs have largely complied, reducing public fear and intimidation.31 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Get out of my house and out of my life': Landlord to tenant after bad haircutA bad haircut sparked violence and furious text messages, landing a landlord in court. 30 May 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Struggling to keep up': Support for banning under-16s from social mediaParents struggle with children’s social media use, fearing harmful content exposure.28 May 05:01 AM
New ZealandSexual vendetta: Tenant showed flatmate's nude pics to Epsom boarding houseThe landlord must pay $7778 damages after a slew of complaints from tenants.27 May 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: Wee problem blights rich-lister’s boatshed Once, wine was made in the buildings. Now it's Tourism Holdings' HQ – campervan heaven.26 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Checks on substandard rentals long overdue OPINION: Inspectors made surprise visits to Dunedin's student flats this week.24 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandAmateur fight event attracts police attention in AucklandThe contest, promoted by Dan Hooker, offers a $50,000 prize for 32 amateur fighters.24 May 04:44 AM
