New Zealand41 hours of rain: Risk of surface flooding, landslipsAuckland's Saturday should be partly cloudy with showers hitting later and into tomorrow.02 Aug 10:56 PM
New ZealandTeen arrested for impersonating police, using flashing lights to pull over women driving aloneThe alleged offender pulled over two vehicles and spoke with the occupants.02 Aug 09:28 PM
New Zealand'Beautiful human being': Mother and daughter killed travelling back from netball tournamentShe had been coaching an under-17 girls' team at a tri-nations tournament.30 Jul 08:53 PM
New Zealand'Wide-reaching snow event': Thunderstorms tipped for North Island as snow continues in SouthMetService says it's going to be a 'very average winter's day' today.30 Jul 07:37 PM
New ZealandFerries off amid forecasters' warning of winter blast, flooding, damaging galesDamage to trees and powerlines, and flooding, is possible this week.29 Jul 07:35 PM
TravelPootling around Waikato in a campervan - why everyone should do itMoseying about with no fixed itinerary has many perks.28 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandTeen stabbed during fight in Palmerston NorthPolice are appealing for information.28 Jul 01:50 AM
New ZealandPolice clamp down on illegal street racing; five cars seizedLast night saw an increased presence of illegal street racers in Hutt Valley and Porirua.28 Jul 12:25 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailThe business of pleasure: Kiwis spending up large on sex toysKiwis are keen buyers of adult toys, helping at least one industry to boom in tough times.27 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandFirst heavy snow, rain watches issued ahead of polar blastA large swathe of the lower South Island is in the firing line.27 Jul 01:19 AM
New ZealandSouthern city blitzes July high temperature record as southerly blast loomsA heavy rain warning and two watches have been issued in Fiordland.26 Jul 08:00 AM
TravelStay overnight at a vineyard for less than $5NZ's best-kept secret – the cheapest way to enjoy a vineyard stay.26 Jul 04:22 AM
New Zealand'Low blow': Veterans’ donations box stolen in RSA break-inThe area commander said the theft targeted those who had sacrificed much for our country.26 Jul 12:49 AM
New ZealandGovernment announces $800m investment to improve lower North Island rail travelThe investment aims to fund 18 new trains which will run from 2028.24 Jul 07:00 PM
New ZealandSunshine to snow: Looming icy polar blast to bring snow to both North, South islandsNiwa says the weather system is 'potentially conducive' to snow.23 Jul 10:19 PM
New Zealand'Brief respite': Temperatures set to climb 'well above average' by end of weekRise comes after multiple South Island cities woke to below-freezing temperatures.23 Jul 06:01 AM
New Zealand‘Rug up warm’: Overnight temps to plummet as low as –5C, widespread frosts forecastMultiple South Island cities will wake to below freezing conditions tomorrow.22 Jul 05:27 AM
PremiumPremiumEmployment'Ask your boss:' Employers increasingly open to job-sharingWith fulltime-in-the-office no longer the norm, workers need to ask for what suits them.20 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Take extra care': Flights cancelled, motorists warned as fog blankets AucklandThere is reduced visibility due to fog affecting much of northern Auckland.18 Jul 05:59 AM
PremiumPremiumCompanies'Disastrous during storms and crashes': Downer power workers face job cut proposalUnion says workers at nine depots across the North Island in talks over job future.17 Jul 06:33 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessThe $1.25 trillion nest egg: Who will Baby Boomers leave it to?Estate planners say Kiwis don't need to be wealthy to leave a bequest to a charity.16 Jul 11:00 PM
New ZealandMore fog expected in Auckland today, before giving way to heavy rainThe rain is expected to drench the city for most of today.16 Jul 05:00 PM
Travel5 underrated corners of New Zealand for a short breakNZ's most irresistible stays - and no one knows about them.16 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandSchool holidays to end on stormy note; Relatively warm temperatures on wayWed to see barrel over country before skies clear on Thur, more heavy falls on Fri.16 Jul 04:51 AM
TravelIs it too hard to take kids campervanning in winter?It’s July and we all need a holiday – but we don’t all have a Pacific Island budget.15 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandWall of moisture, 'significant' rain to douse NI in last week of school holidaysSevere weather tipped for top of north about Monday and Tuesday, showers into the week.13 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAged care'An HR cop-out': Why older workers should ignore the 'you're over-qualified' lineIn a tough job market, there are tips and tricks for older workers to land jobs.13 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWeather: Enjoy the sun while it lasts, but what's coming next week?Clear skies, a lack of wind, and chilly mornings forecasted this week.09 Jul 05:38 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessEV-etiquette: the do's and don'ts of how and when to charge your electric carAsk before you plug in and don't hog the charging outlets, EV specialists say.07 Jul 12:25 AM
New ZealandChill set to continue into school holidays after Auckland’s coldest morning of 2024Friday morning was the coldest of the year in Auckland - and the lows remain next week.05 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Rug up': Forecasters warn to brace for colder conditions in coming days'The central parts of both islands are expected to be the cooler of the lot.'03 Jul 07:13 AM
New ZealandAuckland scientist’s death on Mt Ruapehu a ‘freak accident’ climbing with friendsWednesday Davis died on Saturday after falling while climbing Mt Ruapehu.02 Jul 07:57 AM
New ZealandFlood warning with waves rising to 6m to strike North Island overnightCook Strait ferries have been cancelled from tonight due to the swells.02 Jul 07:10 AM
New ZealandSnow for Desert Rd, Interislander ferries cancelled as polar blast hits countryRain forecast for most main centres. Auckland to hit 15C high, fall to 9C low overnight.01 Jul 05:00 PM
