Travel newsHow to plan your next adventure: Lie-flat seats, cave runs and Matariki by railRun underground, fly better and discover new ways to travel this year.04 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandSocial support, 38 homes: Iwi plans new housing communityFour units are for rangatahi, 15 for kaumātua and 19 for whānau.29 Mar 05:02 PM
PremiumPoliticsTrevor Mallard on lessons learned from Ireland amid a changing world orderMallard had four former Prime Ministers visit him in Ireland.23 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandLove this City: The wind in Luxon’s hair, better housing and more dogs, roads and Matariki magic 04 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyWatch: First look inside City Rail Link’s unique new Te Waihorotiu Station'No other train station in the world will look like this,' says CRL CEO Patrick Brockie.30 Jun 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: 'Families are facing bankruptcy' - oyster farmer's desperate plea to councilOPINION: Aquafarmers have been sounding the alarm for years. Now they're on the brink.27 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Watching over us': Pou whenua unveiling start of Rangatira Marae's path forward for rebuildThe pou is dedicated to Wi Haronga and serves as a guardian for the project.24 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Surreal experience': Matariki rises as sun sets for six weeks in Antarctica's winterWorkers over-wintering on the frozen continent do so in almost complete darkness. 24 Jun 03:32 AM
New ZealandWatch: Aerial footage captures 'mesmerising' Matariki drone showThe show used drones, lights and sound to tell Matariki stories at the Rotorua Lakefront.22 Jun 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Reflection of whakapapa': Māori baby names reveal cultural trendsAroha and Ariki were the most popular names for girls and boys for the third year running.22 Jun 04:51 AM
New ZealandCrowds of up to 15,000 at Matariki fires on Hawke's Bay beaches'The twinkling fires dotted north and south as far as Te Awanga was magical.'22 Jun 02:35 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson's Love this City: Dogs, dogs, dogs! (and cheaper public transport)Opinion: The council's new plans for dog walking are coming to a showdown.20 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsIn pictures: Matariki in Beijing The Prime Minister celebrated Matariki in China. 20 Jun 03:56 AM
New ZealandCrowds gather for Rotorua Matariki celebration at Te PuiaRotorua's Whānau Day drew more than 1700 people for Matariki celebrations.20 Jun 03:00 AM
KahuRewi Spraggon explains Puanga, Matariki’s older brotherIwi on the West Coast celebrate Puanga.19 Jun 10:00 PM
KahuInteractive: The story and meaning of the Matariki starsTime to celebrate: Matariki stars in the sky, humankind's wellbeing on Earth.19 Jun 06:00 PM
Kahu'Honour to perform': MOHI on Matariki music milestoneMOHI wrote his latest album in three weeks, reflecting on his Māori upbringing.19 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandHow traditional Māori farming methods boost modern agricultureMatariki hākari is the time to celebrate the kai that comes from the land of Kiwi farms.19 Jun 05:01 PM
New ZealandMatariki 2025 art trail mapA 2km art trail will snake through Auckland's CBD for Matariki. Video / Britomart GroupWatch19 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandArt light trail snakes through Auckland city centre for MatarikiThe 2km feature is believed to be the world's first indigenous art trail.19 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhat you need to know for the Matariki long weekendMatariki celebrations will be taking place across the country throughout the weekend.19 Jun 04:00 AM
EntertainmentThe five best films for your Matariki weekend watchlistCommunity and coming together are among the themes in these Kiwi classics.19 Jun 04:00 AM
New ZealandColdest morning of the year hits Hawke's Bay, just in time for MatarikiDon't worry, it's warming up now.19 Jun 12:19 AM
EntertainmentMovie magic and Marlon Williams: Auckland's best entertainment offerings this Matariki weekendLight trails and lunches are also on offer.18 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Perfect chance': Homeowner's Matariki lightshow a new tradition for Napier'It gets dark at 5pm. It’s a perfect chance for parents to bring their kids.'17 Jun 12:02 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay’s beach fires set to blaze again for Matariki despite fire banThe event features storytelling, food trucks, and a lantern ceremony.16 Jun 10:40 PM
TravelWhy exploring NZ's rich Māori heritage is a must-doOPINION: Visit Waipoua Forest at night with a Māori guide for a spiritual experience.16 Jun 08:00 PM
