ReviewsKarl PuschmannKarl Puschmann took his kids to Womad. ‘You should too’Opinion: 'Womad is the perfect event to expand young (and old) minds.'21 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandA Mongrel Mob teen’s court lies in a murder case and a two-year police probeHe gained his Mongrel Mob patch before sentencing but told the court he had cut ties.19 Mar 08:00 PM
TravelNew Zealand comes to Minecraft: Which six NZ destinations made the cut?It's hoped that the popular online game will help boost tourist numbers.18 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandTwo dead in two-vehicle crash blocking SH3 near New PlymouthThe fatal accident occurred on Main North Rd near Ohanga Rd.18 Mar 08:14 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandJuicy Fest, Timeless Summer Tour companies owe more than $2.4mOne ticketholder fears the chances of a refund are 'extremely low'. 17 Mar 10:05 PM
Travel newsNew Zealand's Best Baches: Meet this year's 2025 Bach Of The Year winnersAn inside look at the 10 standout private baches recognised in this year’s awards.17 Mar 05:00 PM
KahuWhy mau rākau workshops captivated Womad festival attendeesMau rākau helps youth manage emotions and connect with their cultural identity.16 Mar 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Felt sick': New Plymouth woman wins $1.5 million in Lotto StrikeThe woman normally buys her tickets in person but ran out of time so tried MyLotto.13 Mar 06:04 AM
New ZealandWoman raped in game of truth, dare or commandJudge: 'He set out this night to have sex with this young woman'.12 Mar 07:00 PM
New ZealandHigh school teacher who groomed two students can now be namedThe Whanganui teacher was sentenced to home detention last year.12 Mar 12:57 AM
New ZealandHealth NZ apologises over woman’s month-long wait for ultrasound resultsA New Plymouth woman's ultrasound results were delayed for a month.11 Mar 07:59 PM
New Zealand‘Never had a blind person’: Uproar after small-town museum bans woman's guide dogThe museum near New Plymouth says it was a misunderstanding and apologised.11 Mar 02:50 AM
New ZealandWatch: Rescue helicopter responds to New Plymouth crash in which four people seriously injuredEmergency services were called to the scene of the two-vehicle crash in Burgess Park.09 Mar 06:17 AM
KahuOver 21 million people engaged with the Te Matatini 2025 festival onlineWhy Te Matatini 2025 was a landmark event for kapa haka enthusiasts 02 Mar 07:15 PM
Kahu‘The waiata goes into my ears and out my eyes’: Te Matatini magicTe Kapa Haka o Ngāti Whakaue won Te Matatini 2025 with a standout performance.01 Mar 06:00 AM
LifestyleIt’s a busy weekend in Auckland with classic cars, movies, Pride and moreHere's how to spend the first weekend of autumn.28 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Spread kindness’: Good Bitches Baking bring skills to prisons'If a ‘swear word’ in our name helps get people to think about our message, that's a win.'28 Feb 04:00 PM
KahuThe big stage: Te Matatini’s top 12 head to finals showdownSaturday's finals will begin at 8.30am, with prizegiving after 5pm.28 Feb 07:25 AM
New ZealandWoman who gave birth on AirNZ plane planned to deliver at Te MatatiniA family member of the mum says she was in labour for 12 hours before boarding.28 Feb 05:30 AM
New ZealandFrom Hawaii to Aotearoa: A legacy of passion and performanceTama Ali’i Halvorsen has made his seventh pilgrimage from Hawaii to NZ for Te Matatini.28 Feb 03:24 AM
Kahu‘Phenomenal’: Te Matatini hailed by First Nations visitorsThirty First Nations people from Canada joined the festival in New Plymouth.27 Feb 10:57 PM
Kahu‘Remembering and honouring’: Kapa haka pays tribute to Māori BattalionTe Taumata o Apanui featured stars like Rob Ruha and Ria Hall.27 Feb 04:22 PM
New Zealand‘Desperate conditions’: Drought crisis hits Taranaki farmersThe Government is providing $30,000 to rural support groups in Taranaki.27 Feb 12:42 AM
New ZealandLabour plane: Woman gives birth on Air NZ flightAir NZ praised crew and passengers for their quick and caring response.27 Feb 12:38 AM
New ZealandNgāti Ranginui thrill audience with performance'Something special happened when Ngāti Ranginui came on stage.'26 Feb 08:23 PM
Kahu‘A huge moment’: Te Matatini’s cultural impact on TaranakiMore than 70,000 visitors are expected in New Plymouth during Te Matatini.26 Feb 04:58 PM
KahuWhy Te Matatini 2025 is drawing record crowdsAll tickets for the 2025 Te Matatini finals day are sold out.26 Feb 05:37 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEditorial: How Māori haka is being commodified by global corporationsHaka is not a corporate exercise or a party trick; it is whakapapa, identity, and history.25 Feb 07:21 PM
KahuWhy Te Matatini’s global potential excites the Finance MinisterŌpotiki Mai Tawhiti's performance honoured past members, including Ricky Mitai.25 Feb 05:38 PM
New ZealandMan with brain damage refused booze at Countdown supermarkets for looking drunkTwo Countdown stores refused Grant Pratt so he took them to the Human Rights Commission.25 Feb 06:00 AM
KahuHow a $48.7m boost is shaping the future of kapa hakaFinance Minister Nicola Willis received a rock star welcome at Te Matatini's opening day.25 Feb 05:31 AM
New ZealandHow a rates breakthrough will help other Māori landownersRobyn Martin-Kemp will discuss the case at Waitangi, highlighting rates protections.24 Feb 09:56 PM
Kahu‘Feel the magic’: Excitement builds as Te Matatini 2025 beginsTe Matatini 2025 kicks off at New Plymouth’s Bowl of Brooklands.24 Feb 09:33 PM
Kahu‘Kapa haka is in my DNA’: Loreen Henare on her cultural journeyShe became a cultural ambassador, touring globally with New Zealand delegations.24 Feb 09:14 PM
