Crime'Extremely fearful': Man's indecent act leaves young girls terrifiedHe made an error in that he thought the girls were older, the judge said.13 Aug 01:15 AM
New Zealand'Tough and tricky disease': NZ's largest farm battles bovine TB againMolesworth Station was delcared free of bovine TB earlier this year.12 Aug 03:50 AM
New ZealandShould we start growing rice in NZ?Yuki Fukuda, who is growing rice on a hill in Nelson, says a stable NZ crop makes sense.11 Aug 10:30 PM
New ZealandThere's a new type of avocado growing in New ZealandThe creamy, nutty 'Harricado' is a hardy fruit that can withstand frost.11 Aug 10:03 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSchool shake-up: Why education overhaul could send more students to Cambridge examsOne-third of Year 11 students didn't take NCEA 1 in 2024, as Cambridge exams demand grew.11 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyLast-minute First XV drama: King's clinch final spot in tense semiKing's College will face St Kentigern in the Auckland 1A final at Eden Park.11 Aug 02:15 AM
ChristchurchChristchurch's new covered stadium to host Super Rugby 'Super Round' in 2026It's the first time the event will be held in New Zealand.10 Aug 10:46 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFlag football: The growing NZ sport pushing for LA Olympics 2028The five-a-side version of American football is making a leap in Aotearoa. 10 Aug 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNZ receives 1500 refugees each year but Hawke’s Bay doesn’t settle any. Why?Hawke's Bay would need more services and support to start taking refugees, an expert says.09 Aug 06:00 PM
OpinionLiam NapierLiam Napier: The case for Chiefs playmaker to join Highlanders OPINION: The focal figure could move from second fiddle to being a certain starter.09 Aug 03:31 AM
New ZealandWeekend weather: Desert Rd reopens as winter blast arrives with snow and showers The State Highway 1 route through the centre of the North Island had closed due to snow.08 Aug 10:21 PM
New Zealand'Never-ending': Victim's battle for reparation from the man who sexually attacked herA man took nearly nine months to pay the emotional harm reparation he proactively offered.08 Aug 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKim KnightOpinion: Gentrified dripping and beef tallow's surprising comebackTaste-testing the socially acceptable face of fat.08 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandAdventure over: Noel Edmonds' NZ TV show reportedly axed amid failing ratingsThere was 'a great buzz' but the viewership 'just wasn't enough', a TV insider says.08 Aug 07:47 PM
New ZealandMan accused of killing Nelson police officer Lyn Fleming namedA suppression order lapsed in court this morning. 07 Aug 10:49 PM
CrimeTeen's blow to boy's head sounded like 'kicking rugby ball'The teenager's violent spree began when he was just 16.07 Aug 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam NapierLiam Napier: Why Mo'unga's All Blacks return is more complex than it seemsOPINION: A limited window makes Robertson's quarterback regaining a starting spot tougher.07 Aug 02:00 AM
RugbyRichie Mo'unga rejoins NZ Rugby on 18-month contractHis contract includes the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia.07 Aug 02:00 AM
New ZealandSnapchat predator targeted 11-year-old girl while on bail awaiting rape trialThe 23-year-old man filmed himself violating a teen and sent it to an Auckland girl.05 Aug 05:00 PM
Super RugbyFormer All Blacks winger signs with Australian Super Rugby sideThe 30-year-old played 19 tests for the All Blacks before falling out of favour.05 Aug 01:21 AM
New Zealand'Warming trend': Short subtropical shift before sub-zero chill bites againSouth Island lows may hit -5C before warmer air arrives.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCold snap continues before weather shift promises rain, severe galesRain is set to hit Fiordland Wednesday, spreading nationwide by Friday.04 Aug 05:24 AM
WorldNSW floods: 18k without power, Warragamba Dam set to spillResidents in parts of NSW are urged to evacuate as floodwaters sweep through the state.04 Aug 04:03 AM
PremiumPremiumAll BlacksWhy the spotlight shines brightest on ABs depleted halfback ranks Why the ABs will battle to replace a generational talent for the Rugby Championship.04 Aug 02:00 AM
All BlacksStress fracture sidelines key All Blacks halfbackCam Roigard will miss the beginning of the Rugby Championship.03 Aug 02:34 AM
PremiumPremiumAll BlacksWho’s in, who’s out? Predicting the All Blacks Rugby Championship squadInjury setbacks at halfback, loose forward and prop could force change to the All Blacks.02 Aug 07:01 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPeter Young: Great high-country stations like Molesworth deserve better than to be smothered by wilding pinesOPINION: Molesworth Station must not be sacrificed for pine plantations. 01 Aug 11:00 PM
TechnologyGoogle to disable millions of short links, affecting online archivesThese links were created with Google’s link shortener from 2009.01 Aug 09:22 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Sport could be the key to tackling youth crime OPINION: Sport-based programmes could be a better alternative than boot camps.01 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow repeated floods are reshaping life for one Tasman farmerFrank Hickmott's used to flooding. The past few weeks have been unlike anything he's seen.30 Jul 10:00 PM
NPCPlayer spotlight: Stars to watch in the 2025 NPC seasonTake a look at a player to watch from each province in the 2025 NPC season.30 Jul 01:36 AM
SportRob Penney confirms coaching futureThe coach is looking forward to the new season and the Crusaders' new home.30 Jul 12:00 AM
All Blacks'The perfect week away': All Blacks star announces engagementFiji proved the perfect setting for the playmaker to pop the question.29 Jul 08:22 PM
PremiumPremiumAll BlacksHow All Blacks eligibility rules could stall Richie Mo’unga's returnMo’unga may miss key matches unless granted an exemption by New Zealand Rugby.29 Jul 08:00 PM
