New Zealand'Rain, wind and snow': North Island in for day of wild weatherUp to 30mm of rain fell in Auckland this morning, with gusts of 70km/h on harbour bridge.16 Jul 10:52 PM
Crime'Disgusted by my actions': Man who scammed 21 people apologises, but won't give up co-offendersJack Hennessy scammed 21 victims, stealing $337,700 in just 14 days.16 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandDavcon's Hastings home earns top honours at Central North Island awardsDavcon, Inspired Projects and Landmark Homes Hawke's Bay win at Master Builders Awards.15 Jul 12:29 AM
New Zealand'Mountain of work': Schools closed in Tasman but calmer weather ahead for country13 Jul 06:10 PM
PremiumNew Zealand'Life-shattering diagnosis': He can't walk, talk or breathe without a machine 13 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumNew Zealand'A moment of madness and impulse': The day uni lecturer gave a lesson dressed as a woman12 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Incorrectly coded': Ambulance arrives four hours after 111 call to find woman dead08 Jul 09:00 PM
Crime'You can’t hide': Police seize GBL, cannabis, pills in Waikato online drug bustA 40-year-old man and 42-year-old woman have been arrested and charged.04 Jul 05:05 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain warnings extended as front sits over central North Island Rain started falling at the top of the country before dawn. 03 Jul 09:22 AM
New Zealand'Dangerous and stupid': 12 more arrested over Levin boy racer 'invasion'Two police officers were hurt, woman knocked unconscious as crowd filmed her.02 Jul 03:18 AM
New ZealandWarmer, wetter months ahead as tropical weather patterns impact NZ'While cold snaps and frost will occur, they are expected to be less frequent than usual.'01 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandAtmospheric river to swamp parts of northern NZ, flood-hit South Island braces for fresh delugeSoldiers and Fire and Emergency rapid response teams are being sent to Tasman to help.01 Jul 07:43 AM
PoliticsWhānau Ora reset: Minister calls for transparency as ‘electioneering’ review progressesPM Luxon says the allegations at the centre of the review are "incredibly serious".30 Jun 03:50 AM
New Zealand'I ditched everything': Fisherman swept 100m out to sea strips off to surviveLifejacket convert Bas Radcliffe says he pretty much ticked every box on what not to do.29 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandAre you the lucky winner? Two bag $500,000 in Lotto drawTwo winners shared last Saturday's $30 million Powerball jackpot.28 Jun 09:00 AM
LiveNew ZealandSnow dump hits alpine passes, tornado smashes century-old villa MetService warns severe weather will continue, with more thunderstorms on the horizon.28 Jun 01:12 AM
New ZealandBody found in Auckland river after failing to return from dinghy tripThe alarm was raised when the man failed to return on a trip to shore from a moored boat.28 Jun 01:02 AM
New ZealandEleven homes damaged by overnight tornado as the south braces for snow dumpsIcy temperatures and inland snow are forecast for holiday spots on Sunday.27 Jun 10:05 PM
New Zealand'Scaring me': Heavy rain brings flooding'My whole back section’s flooded, it’s coming up to my back door step.'27 Jun 03:18 AM
LifestyleBustles, ballgowns and bustiers: Why costumiers get bitten by the cosplay bug Costumiers will wear their finest garments at a fantasy event in Rotorua next month. 25 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandDaughter's mortgage to be cleared as $30m Powerball jackpot claimedEach winner took home $15,083,333, becoming the latest multimillionaires.25 Jun 12:48 AM
New ZealandBrief winter respite to be swept away by heavy rain, severe galesHeavy rain watches are being issued.23 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSupermarkets admit breaching Fair Trading Act with misleading prices, face millions in finesThe maximum penalty for each charge is $600,000.23 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Employment process' under way for police officer who beat children with beltThe staffer was earlier the subject of investigations by police and the IPCA.19 Jun 10:52 PM
New Zealand'Put out the welcome mat': South Island sees surge in North Island migrantsFigures show 85,575 people live in the South Island who lived in the North Island in 2018.19 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyBuilding blocks: 59% of construction firms face work order concernsEconomic pressures are the biggest concern for construction sector leaders: BDO report.18 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Just having a breather': Volcanic plume prompts social media buzzA large plume above Whakaari/White Island prompted questions.17 Jun 11:45 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyAll rentals must meet five Healthy Homes standards by July 1Heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture and draught-stopping standards all coming in.17 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandSunshine follows chilly start before wet weather returns for MatarikiOne South Island spot fell into the double figures below zero this morning.16 Jun 10:44 PM
New Zealand'Lots of frost': NZ braces for sub-zero chill, possible 'heavy rain' before MatarikiMuch of the South Island is set to plunge below 0C tonight and tomorrow.16 Jun 08:21 AM