New ZealandCoroner says police 'destroyed' vital evidence in speedway racing deathHe died from head trauma – the coroner can't rule on the helmet as police threw it away.27 Jul 05:00 PM
Kahu'I broke the rule of my grandfather': All Blacks' brother on 75 hours lost at seaNearly 20 years on Hewitt says his youthful arrogance contributed to his brush with death 26 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondWhat’s up with the signage directing people to our newest highway?Opinion: I’ve spoken to many people who are still being misdirected.23 Jul 08:40 PM
Agribusiness report'No skin off our nose': CEO on US tariffs impact on butter ventureOpen Country looks to the United States to boost its trade as its butter venture opens23 Jul 04:59 PM
RugbyFormer All Black Don McIntosh dies, aged 94Don McIntosh played four tests for the All Blacks and 120 times for Wellington.20 Jul 10:57 PM
New Zealand'PR stunt': Opposition slams Govt's $6b infrastructure announcementChristopher Luxon defends mega construction plan amid Opposition backlash.20 Jul 08:50 PM
New Zealand13 players win $20k each in Lotto second division – where tickets were soldMost of the winning tickets were sold in the North Island.20 Jul 04:19 AM
SportReferee abuse: The alarming stats that highlight a troubling trendMany sports across New Zealand are seeing an increase in reported referee abuse.17 Jul 10:30 PM
New ZealandThe regions most at risk from billions in future flood damagesAlmost 220,000 homes worth $180b are in flood zones.16 Jul 05:00 PM
Rugby'Why did you punch me?': College coach claims referee assaulted him after heated first XV clashDarren Paewai has broken his silence about an incident during a clash with Kāpiti College.15 Jul 08:00 PM
New Zealand'My partner just got shot': Woman describes fatal gang shooting Hori Gage was gunned down in front of his children and partner. 15 Jul 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Execution': Mongrel Mob member gunned down as he sat with partner and kids in car The Crown says Hori Gage was killed after a gang brawl that he had no involvement with. 14 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandGas leak in Feilding leaves two in hospital, emergency response under wayTwo people have been taken to hospital after a gas leak at a house in the Manawatū town.12 Jul 12:35 AM
New Zealand‘Fire sale’: World-renowned artist’s work to be sold against his will Yaacov Agam is alleged to owe $6.8 million to a NZ-based printing company. 11 Jul 11:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland mayor weighs second term amid calls to enter ParliamentMoko Tepania was 31 when he was elected Northland’s youngest mayor in 2022.10 Jul 02:43 AM
New Zealand‘Appalling and uncouth:’ Drunk lawyer suspended after grabbing colleague’s genitalsThe senior lawyer has been suspended for 'deplorable' conduct. 09 Jul 11:36 PM
New ZealandRoad funding shifts: NZ explores tolls for new infrastructureA new $830 million toll road will open in 2026, connecting to Whangaparāoa.09 Jul 12:04 AM
New ZealandMore work needed to protect horticultural land, says industry“We need to create a legal framework that protects production."09 Jul 12:04 AM
Racing'Thrives on wet tracks': Belardo Boy claims 11th career winTrainer Lisa Latta plans to target weight-for-age races in early spring.08 Jul 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe rise of Rosmini's 'Horse': Young star gallops to scoring benchmarkBraden Morley scored 30 points in Rosmini’s 40-7 win over Massey High.07 Jul 09:01 AM
WellingtonCop kissing serial shoplifter also 'hoicked up a ball of spit' and spat at policeThe officer did not give "implicit or explicit consent" for the kiss, the summary said.07 Jul 03:58 AM
New Zealand‘I've done wrong:’ How jailed sex offender tried to fool drug test with chamomile teaNow it's cost Haydn Christy his chance of being released on parole this month. 05 Jul 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Do politicians know how bad our rural roads are?OPINION: Seymour is a little fish in this big ocean, who knows how to swim with the tide.02 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Dangerous and stupid': 12 more arrested over Levin boy racer 'invasion'Two police officers were hurt, woman knocked unconscious as crowd filmed her.02 Jul 03:18 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Referee abuse is a threat to all of sport OPINION: Officials are crucial, often overlooked and vital for community sports.01 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleIconic Kiwi lolly Jaffa comes to end, quietly discontinued by manufacturerWhen shops run out of the Kiwi favourite there will be no more packets to buy.01 Jul 04:49 AM
RugbyTaranaki teen handed 36-game ban after shoulder-charging refereeThe unnamed player lined up the referee and ran into him, knocking the ref to the ground.30 Jun 01:58 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRanfurly Shield-winning prop retires at 28 due to 'head knocks'Joel Hintz's proudest moment was lifting the Log o' Wood as his side arrived in Napier.28 Jun 06:00 PM
RacingRising star: Shaun Fannin's quest for steeplechase success with JeskoFannin plans to target the $200,000 Grand National Steeplechase in August.27 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionBen FrancisBen Francis: Sports fans lose when referees are abusedOPINION: Referees face abuse across all levels of sport and something must change.27 Jun 03:07 AM
Rugby'Disgusting': Details emerge over referee abuse leading to rugby postponementMana College fans' behaviour sparked the decision after a contentious call.27 Jun 03:04 AM
New Zealand'Step in the right direction': Council to investigate land return to hapūThe decision comes after a petition signed by more than 2500 people.26 Jun 10:19 PM
SportReferee abuse leads to all Horowhenua-Kāpiti rugby games being canned this weekendAn incident involving school teams has forced Horowhenua-Kāpiti Rugby Union's hand.25 Jun 07:46 AM
New Zealand'You’re going to need somewhere': Boy racers call for changePolice faced dangerous driving, fireworks and unlawful assembly perils at a Levin event.24 Jun 08:19 AM
