New ZealandWeather: Spring turns to summer in southThe nor'wester is doing its thing in eastern parts of the South Island today.14 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandSunny Saturday for North Island, weather watch in SouthIt's a stunning day in Auckland and most of the North Island today.13 Nov 11:06 PM
TravelPrimordial flying reptiles: Tuatara leave InvercargillFears for the future of the reptiles arose when the museum was closed to the public.13 Nov 03:19 AM
New ZealandStrict conditions: Parole board to monitor 'untreated' Blenheim sex abuse teacher Jaimee Cooney on releaseMore details have released about the parole conditions for a sex abusing former teacher10 Nov 12:35 AM
New ZealandHeat returning to South Island this weekChristchurch is expected to warm up each day this week.09 Nov 10:18 PM
New ZealandMan missing for three days in ranges foundThe young man was rescued after spending three nights in the open in rainy conditions.06 Nov 03:38 AM
New ZealandTeacher jailed for sex with students to be freed from prisonTeacher sexually abused two schoolboys in what was described as "gross" offending.06 Nov 03:19 AM
New ZealandHeartbreaking wait: Kiwi woman's fight to be reunited with dying dad'I still don't know if I will get there in time.'31 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWellington earthquake: 4.8 quake rattles south-east of SeddonMore than 500 people recorded feeling the quake, which struck 45km deep.28 Oct 03:10 AM
TravelThe best places to eat, drink and sleep in MarlboroughFoodies and wine buffs will be spoilt for choice.24 Oct 07:00 PM
New ZealandSummer in spring: The heat is on for parts of New ZealandTemperatures will be up to 12C above average in places - but don't get too comfortable.24 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWould you live here? Shed 'not fit for human habitation' gets green lightA couple caught living in a non-compliant 'tiny house' had the council's call reversed.23 Oct 07:50 PM
New ZealandElection 2020: Our diverse 40 new MPsWho are they? They include our first African, Latin American and Sri Lankan MPs.18 Oct 04:45 AM
New ZealandMissing woman mystery: Police call off search after 24 daysMelissa Ewings was last seen just before dusk near her home in Clarence.13 Oct 08:45 PM
New ZealandCommunities split over free school lunchesFull list: Which schools will get free school lunches?11 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFree school lunches: Wellington and South IslandFull list: Who gets free school lunches in Wellington and the South Island.11 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFree school lunches: North Island (except Wellington)Full list: North Island schools getting free school lunches (except Wellington).11 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNational wants all wineries to be allowed to charge for samplesThe party also wants to create a new wine festival to help reinvigorate the sector.08 Oct 08:58 PM
InvestmentCovid-defying values: Auckland homes make more in one year than average workers earn in sevenHome owners in Wellington and Gisborne and Auckland's Herne Bay have reason to celebrate.08 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMissing woman mystery: Police 'continue to have concerns'It's been nearly a fortnight since the 31-year-old was last seen.03 Oct 02:23 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailAlbariño: The next big trend in wineAlbariño has the potential to become as popular as sauvignon blanc.02 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMissing woman mystery: Cellphone, 'items of interest' foundSearch for missing woman Melissa Ewings scaled back after phone found.30 Sep 03:15 AM
New ZealandFreedom looming? Parole possible next month for Blenheim sex abuse teacherTeacher who admitted sexually abusing male students to face Parole Board in November.30 Sep 03:12 AM
New ZealandHouse leaks 67,000 litres of water a dayCause of huge leak 'won't be known until they ... dig it up and repair it', council says.29 Sep 10:34 PM
New ZealandWeather: Temperatures as low as -3 in last lash of Arctic blastIcy winds will round out the month, with some in the South Island in for a freezing night.29 Sep 04:44 AM
New ZealandMissing for nine days: Search scaled back but police still investigating mysteryPhone tracked to within 100m of Melissa Ewings' house - but no sign of her.29 Sep 04:02 AM
New ZealandMissing woman 'mystery': Police track phone to 100mMelissa Ewings, 31, hasn't been seen for eight days despite an extensive police search.28 Sep 06:08 AM
New ZealandStormy Sunday: Gales, heavy rain, 1350 lightning strikes, harbour bridge could closeAuthorities are taking no chances with Auckland Harbour Bridge as gales threaten.26 Sep 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Severe weather': Antarctic blast set to hit on weekendSnow and cold winds will make travelling difficult and stress livestock.24 Sep 10:49 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandProbe into NZ medical cannabis scamAuckland GP alarmed to be caught up in homegrown con.23 Sep 04:29 AM
New ZealandThunderstorms and snow in the south, sun in the northCheck Metservice before travelling, a meteorologist warns.16 Sep 10:43 PM
New Zealand'There is still anxiety': Principals go doorknocking as kids slow to returnAnxious Auckland parents are still wary about sending kids back to school.10 Sep 06:21 AM
New Zealand'Coronation St': Why our houses could see fewer driveways and garagesSome say the move could have New Zealand looking like Coronation Street.06 Sep 09:04 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessNZ King Salmon's plan to ride out stormy Covid watersNZ King Salmon is setting a fresh retail sales goal to cope with the impact of Covid-19.27 Aug 06:00 AM