New ZealandAuckland player scoops $5.5m Powerball days before new yearThe $5.5m ticket was sold at New World Green Bay in Auckland.27 Dec 08:36 AM
EntertainmentSummer festival horror stories: Mud, lost keys and a tent infernoFrom Portaloo pitfalls to fiery infernos, these festivals really packed a punch. 27 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand‘Long road to rehab’: Kim Dotcom shares raw video of stroke recoveryThe 51-year-old entrepreneur suffered the stroke on November 7 last year.27 Dec 04:23 AM
PremiumOpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Why you should consider investing outside of New Zealand27 Dec 02:00 AM
New Zealand'A life of service': Chief Justice honours former High Court judge Robert Smellie27 Dec 12:23 AM
PremiumLifestyleFrom quakes to cool: How Christchurch became the city everyone wants to live in26 Dec 11:00 PM
PremiumOpinionCecilia RobinsonCecilia Robinson: New Zealand through migrant eyes – fairness, freedom and family life26 Dec 10:00 PM
PremiumBusiness‘All careers end in failure’: Finance guru on how to retire comfortably26 Dec 09:00 PM
PremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Why India's FTA win could reshape our exports – and our politics26 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandBoom time over: Timeshare dream fades as ageing owners look to sell upThe tide that brought in the wave of 1980s investors now appears to have also turned.26 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Cowardly attack': Public rush to help taxi driver assaulted on Christmas DayPolice are calling for more information.26 Dec 06:11 AM
New ZealandHead lifeguard in Christmas Day double rescueOpunake surf lifeguard credited with being part of two Christmas Day rescues. 26 Dec 01:55 AM
AucklandPerson dies after being swept away by waves at Piha BeachThe police Eagle helicopter was deployed to help find the person.26 Dec 01:30 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy this multi-millionaire is giving 250 first-time house-buyers $100k eachBen Tomsett sits down with a self-made businessman on why he's giving back. 26 Dec 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: We walked away from the lazy Kiwi summer — phones in handOPINION: Leaders who stay online all summer quietly teach staff to do the same.25 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Fishing fury – Matt Watson blasts Shane Jones and his 'mates' over rule changesCommercial fishing firms suggested many of the 19 proposed new rules.25 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Free trade deal with India deserved better coverage, Peters resorts to populist responseOPINION: Where was the live cross to Luxon's FTA announcement?25 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumInvestmentBroker Picks 2026: The stocks insiders think could surge next yearRetirement villages, logistics and medical supplies are the standout themes.25 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe Three Rs: Avoiding the most dangerous thing at the beachChaz Gibbons Campbell urges swimmers to always choose lifeguarded beaches.25 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan hands himself in for questioning over Ruatiti double homicideThe 29-year-old was arrested on an active warrant after a nearly two-week search.25 Dec 03:52 AM
EntertainmentSummer podcast guide: 9 top celebrity, comedy and sports shows to streamFrom Taylor Swift to Paula Bennett, the list spans global heavyweights and local heroes.25 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandWhere Christmas Day rain, hail and thunder are most likely todayHeavy rain and strong wind watches are in force for several South Island ranges.24 Dec 10:51 PM
New Zealand'Thought my new TV was a dud': Christmas Eve glitches hit free-to-air channels for second day A separate Canterbury transmission fault left some channels glitching for days.24 Dec 06:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'You feel pretty badass': Inside the motorbike group for 155 Hawke’s Bay women'My life two years ago was completely different. I never ever expected it.'24 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: New Zealand's deadliest Christmas disaster!Reporter Ethan uncovers the shocking true story of what happened the night before Christmas, when a volcano, a mudslide, and a devastating train wreck collided.Watch24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas Eve Lotto draw: $4m Powerball jackpot on the line tonightYou could be the big winner just hours before Christmas Day.24 Dec 07:24 AM
New ZealandWatch: Chlöe Swarbrick joins forces with Wayne Brown for 'stupid season' Christmas videoAuckland Mayor decries lack of common sense and signs off with a cheeky jab at Wellington.24 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Cost my brother’s life': All Black shares drowning story in water safety plea'I know what it feels like to lose a loved one,' Tupou Vaa'i says.24 Dec 04:15 AM
New ZealandTrade Minister McClay confident Labour will support India Free Trade AgreementThe deal cuts tariffs on about 95% of New Zealand exports to India.24 Dec 04:14 AM
New Zealand‘This Christmas may not be as joyous’: Luxon acknowledges tough year for some in Christmas videoHe said 2025 had been tough for some Kiwis but that the country was progressing.24 Dec 03:54 AM
New ZealandAuckland Mayor Wayne Brown’s guide to the silly seasonAuckland Mayor Wayne Brown has released a humorous Christmas message that took a dig at Wellington and even enlisted several special guests. Video / Auckland Council / Wayne BrownWatch24 Dec 03:41 AM
New ZealandChristmas at the zoo: No rest for the wildKeepers at Auckland Zoo spend Christmas Day giving animals extra treats and care.24 Dec 03:27 AM