PremiumPremiumRetailStorms, holidays dent modest rise in January retail spendingWild weather on January 21 cut daily spending by 5.6% compared with last year.04 Feb 09:02 PM
Wellington'I wouldn't have survived': Killed chopper pilot's heroism in crash rememberedIn 1998, Joseph Keeley dragged a badly injured Rick Lucas from a burning wreck. 04 Feb 04:00 PM
WellingtonCouncil issues warning over cliff collapse risk at popular swim spot Horizon Regional Council says a fresh slip has gone into the water with a threat of more.03 Feb 08:45 PM
EntertainmentMental yes, JFC no: What words are Kiwis offended by on air?Tolerance drops most in talkback, sport and factual shows before 8.30pm.03 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandHundreds of eel deaths a 'natural event', council test results showOxygen in the stream crashed to just 1.9%, leaving eels unable to survive.03 Feb 12:10 AM
Business2degrees completes 3G shutdown, One NZ resumes closuresPLUS: Spark reveals the number still on 3G.02 Feb 09:05 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNapier’s blue bungalow, once home to NZ’s top restaurant, is turning orangeA new tenant is moving into Napier's former Pacifica restaurant - and it isn't an eatery.02 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice believed Waitārere Beach dad killed by gunshot, but autopsy reveals other causeBen Timmins, 60, died at a property where his wife and her two sons were shot.02 Feb 04:00 PM
BoxingSport Integrity Commission probes Boxing NZ coach over bullying claimsOther claims against Billy Meehan include favouritism and inappropriate behaviour.02 Feb 03:18 AM
PoliticsAdrian Rurawhe: From Rātana Pā to the Speakers ChairAdrian Rurawhe leaves as one of few MPs entitled to 'Right Honourable'.02 Feb 01:55 AM
New ZealandWoman harassed by confused male patient who touched her as she slept The man also watched her getting changed and made sexual comments. 02 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandSecurity guard caught trying to sell 'cocaine' on Instagram video while in uniform Chavez Stewart later claimed the powder was flour and Panadol.01 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandFormer student stalked, harassed teacher for years, then had affair with her husband The woman's obsession with the teacher has caused 'irreparable damage'.31 Jan 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'The freedom, the flexibility': Auckland teacher couple on why they're homeschooling their sonsThe Ministry of Education predicts 11,179 children will be homeschooled this year.31 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow Ruakākā's new hydrogen hub is cutting carbon before it even opensConstruction will take just three months and create work for about 50 people.31 Jan 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Thought it would be fun': Teacher censured after flipping trailer carrying 15 studentsFour students were taken to hospital after the incident following a fundraising event.29 Jan 10:08 PM
New ZealandMan charged over Palmerston North carpark shooting near playgroundPolice said the fleeing driver was "very motivated to stay at large". 28 Jan 01:24 AM
BusinessOne NZ joins 2degrees in pausing 3G shutdownPLUS: Spark reveals the number still on 3G.27 Jan 11:28 PM
New Zealand'Where do we put them?': Rotorua school rolls rise but classroom space slimmingOtonga School is forecast to add 69 pupils, the biggest rise in Rotorua. 27 Jan 05:50 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Communities can fight for voice in local government reformsOPINION: Councils face the biggest shake-up since the 1989 local government reforms.27 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandTeacher who dragged crying preschooler by the wrist struck off, hit with $20k billThe child was upset and distressed and complained, 'Kaaren hurt me'. 27 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandNZ Post under fire as move to shut 140+ stores sparks nationwide angerAuckland will lose 29 branches, while Christchurch will see 22 closures.27 Jan 04:01 AM
LifestyleFermentation: How easy (and healthy) is it to do at home?Experts explain if making your own sauerkraut, kimchi, kefir and sourdough is worth it. 25 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandDecision-making power slipping away from councils, Rangitīkei Mayor saysAndy Watson says local government is entering a period of unprecedented upheaval.24 Jan 10:04 PM
New Zealand‘Terrible example to students’: Teacher covertly filmed woman performing sex act on him Herman Fiu deemed a 'terrible example' to students, but can still teach. 24 Jan 02:00 AM
SportBroncos star Kotoni Staggs joins 'run it straight' challenge amid safety fearsThe Broncos say they view their player's hit as a staged promotional video.23 Jan 06:01 AM
WellingtonCyclist dies three weeks after crash in Palmerston North Police are still investigating the circumstances of the fatal bike crash. 23 Jan 02:52 AM
BusinessJob hiring activity falls in December, halting 2025's momentumSeek's latest employment report shows job ads fell for the first time in more than a year.21 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFacebook SOS sparks race to pluck 94-year-old from Tairua floodsThe 94-year-old was trapped in a flooded Tairua bach garage.21 Jan 04:51 AM
RugbyIs this the next Kiwi to represent Ireland in rugby?Sean Jansen could be the next Kiwi to face the All Blacks later this year.20 Jan 11:00 PM
TravelNZ’s best 10 city beaches have been named, but which will you vote as your winner?Voting is open for the country's top beaches across five categories. Which will you pick?20 Jan 09:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPrice of meth in NZ dropped to new low in 2025, cocaine market growing according to new researchMeth used to be $1000 a gram. Now it's only $283 in Auckland. 18 Jan 04:00 PM
AucklandAuckland swimmers warned off as wastewater still leaves many beaches unsafeMore than 20 Auckland beaches remain under 'do not swim' black flags.17 Jan 03:00 AM
New Zealand40 people airlifted to safety from Waioweka Gorge in overnight rescue missionSlips and flooding cut off trapped motorists.16 Jan 08:43 PM
