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
New ZealandGisborne council standing by water plan despite warning over potential financial hurdles90% of Gisborne submitters favour keeping water services in-house.09 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandMassive $20m Lotto win - where lucky Powerball ticket was soldThe Powerball number was 3, and the bonus ball was 27.09 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Poor decisions': Bunnings manager stole $38k from his workplace to fuel gambling addictionSherwin Tumapang methodically processed fake refunds which then went into his pocket.09 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandSilly Hat Party, clowns, ‘Mullet Muzz’: The quirky vision for local body hopefuls One candidate is running for mayor in two places at opposite ends of the South Island.08 Aug 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Massive mistake': Judge condemns life coach's bar assaultAlbert James re-entered a bar and punched his golf buddy minutes after being thrown out.08 Aug 08:10 AM
New ZealandRed red wine: UB40 to headline Bay Oval's first music festivalBay Oval's manager says this is the venue's first music event.08 Aug 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Devastating': House fire victim from well-known family, says mayor The house was fully ablaze when firefighters arrived just before 5am.07 Aug 11:55 PM
New Zealand'A massacre': Two roaming dogs kill 50 backyard birds“How many families have to be affected for something to be done?”07 Aug 04:25 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionNew Zealand's top 10 busiest house builders - how they cope with downturnNumbers are down but thousands of new homes are being built by the leaders in the sector.06 Aug 10:00 PM
New ZealandUber driver caught with homemade stun gun on his dashboardTesting of the weapon found it would cause a severe electric shock and electrical burning.06 Aug 08:00 AM
SportKiwi racing driver’s narrow road to the topShe made history in 2023, winning at Indianapolis with an all-female team.05 Aug 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNPCPhil Gifford: The magic of the Ranfurly Shield and its legendary momentsPhil Gifford shares four Ranfurly Shield stories that resonate with him.05 Aug 04:01 AM
New ZealandUnlicensed security guards accused of listening to police scanner, responding to events Police say Brent Shaw turned up at incidents before them and questioned people. 05 Aug 04:00 AM
New ZealandCalls made for fast-tracking of 'coward punch' laws after rugby supporter's deathDaniel Nganeko died after he was allegedly punched outside a rugby clubroom. 04 Aug 04:27 AM
New ZealandSub-zero temperatures as cold snap grips NZ - but La Niña's possible return loomsLa Niña may return, bringing warmer, wetter weather until October.03 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice remove man from Air NZ flight over 'concerning remarks'The passenger was removed from a plane at Auckland Airport due to security concerns.02 Aug 04:31 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'No bigger trophy in New Zealand sport': The enduring magic of the Ranfurly Shield explainedNorthland aim to reclaim the Ranfurly Shield after nearly 50 years.01 Aug 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Profound tragedy': Whānau gather in court after deadly one-punch assault outside rugby clubDaytona Thompson has been charged with Daniel Nganeko's manslaughter. 01 Aug 06:00 AM
CrimeKiller 'didn't give a s***' after stabbing man through heart in night of 'no dramas'Jamie Slater has been found unfit to stand trial and will now be detained in a hospital.01 Aug 12:59 AM
New Zealand'Tired and overwhelmed' teen father breaks newborn's ribs, bruises his face and bodyHe was heard telling the baby to 'shut up' and 'go to f***ing sleep'.31 Jul 08:00 AM
New ZealandMan jailed for impregnating 12yo girl who plans to parent her childThe girl, who was in court to see Adam Busby jailed, never wants to see him again.31 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandMan dies trying to retrieve keys from burning house to take nephew to hospitalHe had escaped the fire with his young nephew but re-entered to get the key to his ute. 31 Jul 03:14 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailBack in the black: Paper Plus returns to profit, renegotiates BNZ loansPaper Plus reported a $218,000 profit, bouncing back from a $553,000 loss.30 Jul 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAthletics'Crunch time': Zoe Hobbs' dash home to refine sprinting techniqueThe sprinter's visit to NZ was brief, lasting just 17 days before returning to Europe.29 Jul 09:30 PM
New Zealand'Deep sadness': New Plymouth videographer dies after assault outside rugby club'He gave his time, his energy, and his heart to our community.'29 Jul 08:06 AM
EntertainmentEd Sheeran adds fifth show to upcoming NZ tourEd Sheeran fans are spoilt for choice with new Christchurch and Auckland dates.28 Jul 09:01 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool Rugby'The next Benji': Brother of Warriors star makes waves as King's go topCalvin Harris-Tavita has shown his match-winning chops in 1A First XV rugby.28 Jul 03:01 AM
New Zealand'I'll never forget that boy's screams': Man dies after running into fire for car keys after escaping with childA man was killed and a child badly-burned in a New Plymouth house fire last night.23 Jul 11:08 PM
New ZealandPerson dead, child hospitalised with burns after New Plymouth house fire Fire crews stopped occupants from re-entering the burning house. 23 Jul 05:53 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyKing's topple champions in Auckland First XV rugby shake-upKing's College defeated Kelston Boys' High 28-5, securing a bonus point.21 Jul 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Can you afford to die?OPINION: A 'very modest' burial can cost $10,000.20 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand13 players win $20k each in Lotto second division – where tickets were soldMost of the winning tickets were sold in the North Island.20 Jul 04:19 AM
New Zealand'Sex monster' continues to minimise 18 years of rape, violence, sadism of two partnersAllan Rosewarne is now eligible for parole but remains behind bars. 20 Jul 04:00 AM
