New ZealandKnife used for murder melted after killingDavid Hickson melted down the knife he said that he had used to stab and kill Campbell Paterson, a court has been told.23 Jun 09:30 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain causes road havocA slip north on one of the country's most popular scenic highways is down to one lane and a second incident in Bay has left motorists navigating floodwaters.23 Jun 12:43 AM
New ZealandMurder accused, victim both P addictsCampbell Paterson and the man accused of murdering him were both addicted to ice or methamphetamine, a court has been told.22 Jun 10:00 PM
New ZealandFlying fox death: Owner's padlock lieThe owner of a Whangarei fun park tried to deceive safety investigators who were looking into the death of a man who fell from a flying fox at the park.22 Jun 08:50 PM
New ZealandEx-teacher admits assaulting boysA former teacher has admitted molesting two of his male students at Mount Maunganui College in the 1970s and into 1980.22 Jun 08:43 PM
New ZealandDownpour causes headache on Auckland roadsA short, sharp downpour has caused headaches on one central Auckland roadway, as a sub-tropical airflow makes its presence felt.22 Jun 10:00 AM
New ZealandSchool teacher charged with assaultA Whanganui High School teacher has been charged with assaulting another staff member in a "serious incident" on Tuesday.22 Jun 05:21 AM
New ZealandArmed man on the run with toddlerHamilton authorities are on the hunt for an armed fugitive on the run with his toddler in tow.22 Jun 04:14 AM
New ZealandNeighbours shocked, angry after sexual assaultPolice are likely to tomorrow again door-knock neighbours of a Porirua woman subjected to a prolonged and horrific sexual assault in her home.22 Jun 12:38 AM
New ZealandPolice hunt Wellington jewel thiefWellington police are hunting a jewel thief who made off with two rings valued at more than $11,000.22 Jun 12:07 AM
BusinessDemolition stalled by court orderDemolition of an Auckland building for a 46-level 150-unit apartment tower in the CBD has been stalled by a court order.21 Jun 11:14 PM
New ZealandPatient's notes sent to wrong manA Napier man is disgusted after being delivered someone else's medical documents, sparking an internal investigation by the Hawke's Bay District Health Board.21 Jun 08:39 PM
New ZealandWorld invited to mud festivalThe first Rotorua mud festival will be held in December next year.21 Jun 08:20 PM
New ZealandMan on the run frightens hotel managerA Wellington hotel manager was out in the back part of the building in the smoking room when she heard a big bang inside.21 Jun 07:56 AM
New ZealandWoman, 65, attacked in her homeA 65-year-old was subjected to a prolonged sexual attack in her own home after answering the door to a stranger on the prowl in the neighbourhood.21 Jun 06:37 AM
OpinionWhen is an offer for sex harassment?COMMENT: This week a student suggested her lecturer join her for sex in Bali. Jill Goldson explores when an offer for sex becomes harassment.21 Jun 04:30 AM
New ZealandStricken Platino returns to NZThe yacht on which one sailor was killed and another lost at sea has arrived back in New Zealand under tow.21 Jun 02:19 AM
New ZealandLocal hero gave his life in rescue bidRoger Nathan is being hailed a hero for trying to save a man who got into trouble and died while diving on Sunday at Pourerere beach.20 Jun 09:31 PM
New ZealandMan critical after collision with police carA man is in critical condition after he was thrown from his vehicle following a collision with a police car during a pursuit through Whangarei city streets.20 Jun 08:36 PM
New Zealand'Never seen anything like this before'An Auckland family reeled in more than they bargained for when they discovered they had a snake eel on the end of their fishing line.20 Jun 08:29 PM
New ZealandTeacher tried to paint principal as racistTeacher censured for letter describing principal as "someone who discriminates".20 Jun 08:29 PM
TravelKia ora: KinlochThe gateway to the Western Bays is sitting pretty, writes Elisabeth Easther.20 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandPetty thief to spend nine months in jailA man who stole thousands of dollars from unattended wallets and shops on the North Shore will spend nine months in prison.17 Jun 05:47 AM
KahuJudd-led hikoi arrives at ParihakaA hikoi of almost 1000 people arrived at Parihaka marae today, led by "recovering racist" and New Plymouth mayor Andrew Judd.17 Jun 04:17 AM
New Zealand'Grossly incompetent' tourist driver jailedTourist driver from China has been sentenced to 17 months jail for crash that killed motorcyclist Rhys Middleton.16 Jun 11:05 PM
LifestyleFamily's mission to end the silenceThe first nine years of Jurnee's life have been tough but all that could change.16 Jun 09:35 PM
New ZealandTeen shot, suspect still on the runPolice are looking for a man in a white car over shooting of 17-year-old boy in Hamilton.16 Jun 09:16 PM
New ZealandTop cop charged over car crashBut Hawke's Bay Area Commander Inspector Tania Kura is likely to escape conviction.16 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTeen shot in HamiltonA 17-year-old boy has been shot on a street in Hamilton, in what is now the third shooting incident on the same street in sixteen months.16 Jun 09:43 AM
New Zealand62-year-old Napier man missingPolice are looking for Donald Adam Summer who went missing since yesterday morning. He is also known as Donald Adams or Don.16 Jun 09:06 AM
