New ZealandTraffic warnings for holiday motoristsPeople leaving Auckland for Christmas face the usual commuter delays this afternoon, while those heading out of Wellington should allow extra time.23 Dec 03:57 AM
New ZealandWoman defrauds school of $800kA former manager of a Waikato school has admitted defrauding it of nearly $800,000.23 Dec 03:42 AM
New ZealandCrash victim breached learner licenceA 22-year-old man killed in a head-on crash in Te Awamutu was in breach of his learner's licence, police say.23 Dec 02:30 AM
New ZealandDrunk driver caught twice in two hoursA drunk driver whose keys were confiscated this morning after he was caught four times over the legal limit was stopped again just an hour and a half later.23 Dec 02:21 AM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: Dear Santa - Bring us 'affordable' homesAs Santa heads to Auckland soon, here's wishing he stops off in Sweden and picks up 40,000 "affordable" Boklok homes from Ikea, writes Brian Rudman.22 Dec 10:25 PM
New ZealandMany hands help serve Xmas cheer in PukekoheLast year Alofa Glas, Jason Goodall and their extended whanau organised a free lunch at Pukekohe's Lone Star for 100 guests.22 Dec 07:00 PM
KahuGift will help iwi for many generationsThe Te Ara Rangatu o te Iwi o Ngati Te Ata Waiohua Inc Society will receive $10,000 from Auckland Airport's 12 Days of Christmas campaign this year.22 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentLove story blossomsBoutique theatre company's opening Kiwi musical Daffodils is to be made into a movie22 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand$8000 fine for importing illegal ivoryA Napier man has been sentenced after admitting to give charges of trading in endangered species.21 Dec 10:03 PM
New ZealandFarmer attempts to block thievesA farmer had her quad bike rammed out of the way by offenders trying to make their escape.20 Dec 11:28 PM
OpinionBernard HickeyBernard Hickey: The big booms and busts of 2015Bernard Hickey: This has been a big year for the NZ economy, ranging from an extended slump for the dairy payout to a big boom for tourism and Auckland house prices.19 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandBoy in stable condition after skylight fallThe boy who fell through the skylight of a school in Palmerston North on Friday night is in a stable condition in hospital.19 Dec 07:25 PM
New ZealandSanctuary visit dream come true for kidsThe Supporters of Tiritiri Matangi Inc is working to give as many kids as possible the chance to learn about animals in their natural habitats19 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandBoy suffers serious injuries, skylight fallFriends of a 12-year-old almost killed when he fell through a skylight on a Palmerston North school roof were "distraught as hell" when police arrived.19 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandDrugs raid finds kids 'living in P lab'Children taken away after police raid house suspected of being a gang lab.17 Dec 12:11 AM
New ZealandArmed police swarm WaihiA large group of about 30 armed offenders squad members are reported to have gathered near the Waihi hospital.16 Dec 04:05 AM
New ZealandRainbow Warrior detective in crashAllan Galbraith, an ex-detective who played a key role in cracking the Rainbow Warrior case, and his wife were deeply moved by the help they received following a serious crash.15 Dec 09:59 PM
New ZealandBoy hit by van still in serious conditionA two-year-old run over by a van in Flaxmere yesterday remains in a serious but stable condition.15 Dec 06:28 PM
New ZealandMan rescued from sinking yachtA man suffering from severe hypothermia has been rescued off the Northland coast after his yacht foundered on rocks and started sinking.14 Dec 10:35 PM
New ZealandOh my cod! Free fish for localsNapier residents jumped at the opportunity of a free feed yesterday after hundreds of dead fish spewed into the marina when a fisherman lost his day's catch.14 Dec 09:31 PM
New ZealandScrub fire threatens homesA major blaze which came within metres of destroying a home, forced the evacuation of at least a dozen Northland properties, and closed a state highway for several hours.13 Dec 10:35 PM
New ZealandFour arrests at Christmas in the ParkFour people were arrested at Christmas in the Park in Auckland last night.13 Dec 12:13 AM
OpinionHeather du Plessis-Allan: Land Wars need to be rememberedSimply by raising the idea of commemorating the wars annually, at least one New Zealander - me - studied up on what the wars were about, Heather writes.12 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPrison sex for favours allegation probedCorrections is investigating claims against inmates giving sexual favors and a Correction's employee handing over $14k a month for marijuana.12 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhale of a time saving whalesAuckland Airport is giving away $120,000 to Kiwi charities as part of its 12 Days of Christmas initiative.12 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandThree killed on slippery roadA car was mangled beyond all recognition after it was wedged beneath a truck in a horrific central Taupo crash, claiming three lives.12 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandTurtles invade city waterwaysAuckland is on the brink of "explosion" in red-eared slider turtles. A pest regarded as one of the world's 100 most-invasive species.12 Dec 04:00 PM
InvestmentProperty: Rich and poor at the same time?In a raging property market, it's possible to have a million-dollar home and no cash, writes Joanna Mathers.12 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandThree dead in Taupo crashPolice have warned the road where the crash occurred will be closed until later this evening and that there may be "some delays".12 Dec 02:20 AM
New ZealandMotorists praised after drink-driving stingPolice are praising motorists in Wellington and South Auckland after a drink-driving sting nabbed only a small number of people over the limit.12 Dec 12:20 AM
New ZealandAucklanders march to 'Free the Nipple'A handful of topless people have gathered in Auckland's Aotea Square in a statement against "gender inequality".12 Dec 12:15 AM
New ZealandWoman possibly assaulted in WellingtonPolice are at the scene where a woman may have been assaulted.11 Dec 10:17 PM
New ZealandResidents warned over Marlborough blazeResidents living in Waihopai Valley, where a forest fire is raging, have been warned; if there is a change in weather they may have to evacuate their homes.11 Dec 12:11 AM
