New ZealandWairoa's fourth mayoral candidate is a flood victim wanting to stop another one'Younger people are the ones going to take over and we don’t want to leave a mess.'18 Aug 01:47 AM
New ZealandSeabed miner says case closed despite official criticismTrans-Tasman Resources says it has provided enough proof to get the green light.18 Aug 12:04 AM
New ZealandDame Lisa Carrington's formula for perfect happiness – and her greatest fearNew Zealand's greatest Olympian opens up in today's Nine Questions exchange.17 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMayoral candidates are divided on whether Māori wards are neededSome candidates say Māori wards aren't needed, others are fighting to retain them.17 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInternal NZ Police email sparks racism accusation, Northland exodus blamed on culture An anonymous officer has revealed an email accidentally sent to all Northland staff.17 Aug 05:00 PM
Crime'Kicking me in the guts': Jailed rapist, arsonist claims parole system is unfairBut the Parole Board has reminded Allan Titford he's under sentence until 2037.17 Aug 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSasha BorissenkoSasha Borissenko: The bright young legal minds rewriting the rulesOPINION: I'm leaving Aotearoa for New York after 270 legal columns.17 Aug 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Trusted faces': Push for Māori warden volunteers for future natural disasters'We can walk into spaces where other people would just be looked at with suspicion.'15 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Waitākere Ranges win – iwi's 17-year struggle ends in historic dealOPINION: Finally, Auckland Council will formalise its partnership with Te Kawerau ā Maki.15 Aug 05:00 PM
KahuMana over money: Why Māori influencer rejected $50k gambling deal He travelled to Turkey for dental work, saving thousands.15 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandSeabed miner slows fast track with ‘cynical’ responseTrans-Tasman Resources has failed to provide information asked for by officials.15 Aug 03:53 AM
New ZealandFamily pay tribute to victim of fatal stabbing at Awakeri Hot Springs Emergency services were called to Awakeri Hot Springs at 4.30pm on Thursday.15 Aug 01:21 AM
PoliticsSupreme Court issues new ruling on customary rights to riversNew Supreme Court ruling on customary rights to rivers released. 14 Aug 10:26 PM
New Zealand'It must end with Daniel': Shattered whānau speak after fatal coward punchDaytona Thompson has pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of Daniel Nganeko. 14 Aug 09:56 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandShe went to 1000 funerals by the age of 18 – now it's inspired a solo stage showAs a child, Kristyl Neho assumed everyone grew up around death.14 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJames Bentley: Why NCEA overhaul falls shortOPINION: A top headmaster says theoverhaul is not the bold reset many believed was coming.14 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand'It could be a lifesaver': Cancer survivor's message as home screening rate dropsLakes' participation rate in home screening for NZ's second deadliest cancer is down.13 Aug 09:27 PM
New ZealandTangihanga: Hastings woman’s solo show born from 1500 funeralsKristyl Neho brings 30 characters to the stage in Tangihanga, a Māori story inspired by her upbringing inside the world of funerals. Video / Wahanui ProductionsWatch13 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandThe mix-up that prevented a Whangārei woman from voting in Māori wardsChala Chase urges voters to check their details, after her own enrolment mistake.13 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: How many te reo Māori words are too many?OPINION: Why are we so worried about children larning a few words of Māori?13 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Distils the complexity': Book about Treaty of Waitangi scoops top prizeCategory winners receive $8500, except for the first book winners, who take home $2500.13 Aug 08:45 AM
New Zealand'Sidelining iwi voices': Proposed health system changes spark concernThe proposed changes threaten to 'remove iwi’s meaningful participation' for Māori hauora.13 Aug 04:37 AM
PoliticsWatch: The moment Chlöe Swarbrick gets kicked out of House for second time Issue stems from remarks made during Palestine debate on Tuesday.13 Aug 04:23 AM
New ZealandTe Arawa Lakes Trust seeks stronger water management role amid Ōhau wall issues As lake bed owner, the trust wants more say in decisions impacting Rotoiti water quality.12 Aug 10:30 PM
New ZealandEducation Minister bans most Māori words in early reading booksOnly Māori names are allowed in new Ready to Read Phonics Plus books.12 Aug 07:28 PM
KahuAuckland politician says she was abused putting up her signage - police calledThe mayoral candidate has since decided not advertise her candidacy on her vehicle.11 Aug 05:00 PM
PoliticsNew poll: Luxon’s popularity drops to lowest in two years, Labour risesThe latest political poll numbers are in – and it's not all bad for the coalition. 11 Aug 06:18 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Swarbrick believing she is the only solution for a better NZ is extremely naiveOPINION: We need more protection against nefarious property developers, writes a reader.10 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand90 police from around NZ deployed to Northland after 'call for help'Police nationwide are being seconded to Northland amid a surge in violent crime.10 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandHobson's Pledge founder wants ratepayer activist seat at New Plymouth councilThree dozen members lobbied against the council's buy-local plan.10 Aug 05:49 AM
PoliticsGreens want to lead Govt, Hipkins not interested in 'arguing' with themThe Green Party is holding its annual meeting in Wellington.10 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandNapier electorate expanded to take communities from TukitukiPākōwhai, Waiohiki, Fernhill, Ōmahu and rural areas such as Crownthorpe move to Napier.10 Aug 12:37 AM
Politics'I want it even more now': Henare prepares for 'redemption' journey 'I feel even better equipped to be able to represent Tāmaki Makaurau.' 09 Aug 11:00 PM
New Zealand'It's unjust': Woman moved off Māori roll without her consentChala Chase now can't vote in Māori wards after being moved off the Māori roll.09 Aug 05:00 PM
