New ZealandTe Mata Peak fire sparked by fireworks thrown from car, police identify four involvedNative plants were destroyed and it was 'incredibly fortunate' it did not spread further.05 Nov 02:55 AM
PoliticsParliamentary inquiry recommends review of the rules, clears MP of wrongdoingThe saga exposed a loophole in Parliament’s rules - and recommended it be addressed.05 Nov 02:43 AM
New ZealandTararua's new deputy mayor on her plans for next three years'We haven’t always agreed, and I don’t think that’s a bad thing in a duo.'04 Nov 11:29 PM
Travel‘People get so fixated’: Experts reveal alternatives to NZ Great WalksThe Great Walks are the most popular, but they aren't the only 'great' walks.04 Nov 06:14 PM
New ZealandBurnoff spreads as restricted fire season begins for Hawke’s BayFire restrictions apply from midday Tuesday across much of Hawke’s Bay.04 Nov 12:24 AM
BusinessEconomists see patchy signs of job market liftJob ads rose 3.5% in the year to September, the first lift since 2022.03 Nov 08:48 PM
New Zealand'Wanted to be a nerd': Physio looked up files on victims of crime and organ donors None of the 48 patient files he looked at were, or ever would be, his patients. 03 Nov 06:00 AM
Lifestyle'These two girls had gotten so sick': A mother's warning about the reality of measles What it’s like when your child has measles - and a GP’s warning for families. 02 Nov 06:56 PM
New ZealandThis community garden is cultivating more than just plantsMarton Community Garden is a place to connect, share ideas and work together. 31 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJamie GrayJamie Gray: Is it Fonterra's time to shine?OPINION: Fonterra has come to the end of its multibillion-dollar divestment programme. 31 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew highway, homeless shelter, shingle business: What new councillors want to doThe region’s 22 new councillors will take their oaths in meetings across Hawke’s Bay.31 Oct 01:19 AM
New Zealand'Always bigger and better': Fireworks display expected to attract large crowdMeeanee Speedway expects up to 5000 people at Saturday’s fireworks.31 Oct 01:19 AM
League'I want to show you': How Kiwis star turns crowd hostility into his biggest motivationA recent North Island road trip included an emotional visit to his Rūātoki marae.31 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandNZ blade shearers beat Aussies in transtasman test Kiwis took out bladeshearing, but machine shearing and woolhandling went to the Aussies.30 Oct 10:44 PM
New ZealandTavern fire shuts Palmerston North school due to asbestos riskSpecialists may test school grounds for asbestos debris before reopening.30 Oct 07:18 PM
New Zealand'I am fully sending it': Marton woman boot'n it to the NakiMore than 600 people died of suspected suicide in New Zealand in 2024.30 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'A lot of hurt feelings': Police say chapel fire now being treated as suspiciousA scene examination has been completed, but police inquiries continue. 30 Oct 02:29 AM
New Zealand‘Clang of the prison gates’: NZDF wants soldier who tried to spy moved to civilian prisonThe soldier was sent to military detention after trying to pass on restricted information.30 Oct 01:12 AM
New ZealandMeasles outbreak grows to 13 cases as risk remains highExperts warn New Zealand’s low vaccination rate leaves the country exposed.30 Oct 12:24 AM
New ZealandRural nurses race to lift measles vaccination rates as outbreak growsOnly 72% of Māori under the age of 5 are vaccinated against measles.29 Oct 11:12 PM
New ZealandMother’s warnings emerge before fatal Pahīatua assaultPolice are searching for Jeremy Robertson, last seen in the Rotorua area.29 Oct 06:15 PM
America's Cup'A simple formula': Team NZ cyclor reflects on sporting success ahead of new chapterThe two-time Coast To Coast, 2024 America's Cup winner will now run the Lake Hāwea Epic.29 Oct 06:01 PM
New ZealandKiller’s prison diary: The life, times, and confessions of an infamous murdererInside the mind of transgender killer Bronwyn Warwick.29 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNo, Dannevirke High School is not for sale for $1Year 13 students signed off with some classic humour before heading into NCEA exams.29 Oct 02:49 AM
New Zealand'Quite humbled': Jerry Greer appointed deputy mayor for Central Hawke’s BayCentral Hawke's Bay's new mayor has chosen his deputy to lead alongside him.28 Oct 08:58 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Food drive slump exposes cost-of-living strainOPINION: Donations almost halved, while demand for food doubled.28 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandThunderstorm risk lingers for parts of NZ, but wild weather easingThe turbulent weather should start to become more settled across New Zealand.28 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Inappropriate': Teacher falls pregnant after becoming caregiver for teen she used to teachShe proceeded with an application to become his caregiver, despite advice against it.28 Oct 03:59 AM
New ZealandPolice warn motorists: Don’t stop for hitchhiker as fugitive remains on runJeremy Robertson is still at large after the Pahīatua homicide.28 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandSevere wind gusts batter Auckland Harbour Bridge, spring snow dusts Canterbury, NZDF deployedTranspower declared a grid emergency after a lightning strike cut supply.28 Oct 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘Alarming gaps’: WHO warns of urgent measles risk as vaccination gaps widenEight measles cases have now been confirmed across six regions.27 Oct 10:40 PM
New ZealandParole Board to learn if convicted murderer Mark Lundy has been complying with release conditionsLundy was released from prison in May after spending more than 23 years behind bars. 27 Oct 08:32 PM
New Zealand'What a ride': 2025 Mt Ruapehu ski season a mixed bagA slow start, strong middle of the season and an abrupt washout was the story of 2025.27 Oct 05:14 PM
New ZealandHeir hunting: Government pockets $700k from Kiwi with no will or family membersWithout a will or any relatives, the Government banks your estate. 27 Oct 04:00 PM
