New ZealandDargaville homicide: Man charged with murder after woman's body found in burnt-out vehicleJasmaine Reihana's body was found inside a burnt-out vehicle on September 9.27 Sep 06:35 AM
New ZealandSevere stormy conditions to strike parts of NZ, what's in store for school holidays?Temperatures are also due to plunge by 15C; bad weather will move north on Friday.26 Sep 03:34 AM
New ZealandCivil Defence warns to secure property ahead of powerful 120km/h gales blasting central regionsMetService said damage to trees, power lines, and unsecured structures were possible.23 Sep 01:48 AM
New Zealand'Lightning all around us': Thunderstorms sweep North Island causing power outagesFrom 12pm to 3pm, there had been about 6800 lightning strikes over the North Island.22 Sep 05:12 AM
New ZealandFatal accident closes SH6 overnight in WestlandThe injured driver of the other vehicle was airlifted to hospital.21 Sep 07:54 PM
PremiumPremiumInvestmentHelping Dad to walk: Engineer joins deep-tech 'big brains' to follow a dreamSome of the best Kiwi brains are behind deep-tech technology that will startle the world.21 Sep 05:00 PM
TravelReady for an epic summer? 10 of the best New Zealand events for warmer climesFestivals to get excited for.21 Sep 07:00 AM
TravelNew things to do in the Bay of Plenty this summerLet’s gear up for the warmer months.20 Sep 07:00 PM
New Zealand'He would have mowed down a lot of kids': Mother's fears after driver ploughs through primary school'Had it been 10 minutes later, he would have mowed down a lot of kids.'20 Sep 06:35 AM
New ZealandBreanna Muriwai disappearance: Police confirm fire at property was deliberateThe house is linked to the vigilante search for the missing woman's remains.19 Sep 03:49 AM
New ZealandAnother dog poisoned by meth while on walk through central AucklandThe vet bill for Rocky’s treatment quickly escalated to over $18,000.17 Sep 06:40 AM
New ZealandHeavy snow and thunderstorms to hit New Zealand'If you must travel, ensure you have snow chains, sleeping bags ... and emergency items.'14 Sep 10:26 PM
TravelWant more holidays? Forget going overseas and buy a campervanEasy, enjoyable and stress-free. You couldn't ask for a better holiday.14 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeRich or poor: Why our upbringing can influence the way we spendMoney coaches say stories from our past life can have a big influence.14 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorth Island faces heavy rain after South Island snow dumpWaitomo, Taumarunui, Taupo, Taihape and Taranaki may face the brunt of the rain.13 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandSnow for Auckland? Model shows 'polar streamer', forecaster predicts cold surgeWeather pattern looks 'favourable' for snowfall, Niwa says.11 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Severe gale': 130km/h winds forecast for central South Island, lower North IslandForecasters warn of difficult driving conditions and tree and powerline damage.06 Sep 08:00 PM
KahuThousands pile onto Tūrangawaewae Marae for Kīngi TūheitiaIwi from all over the motu are arriving en mass to Kīngi Tūheitia's tangi.01 Sep 10:27 PM
New ZealandStorm batters North Island, heavy rain ahead for lower SouthHeavy rain and thunderstorms hit much of the North Island overnight.31 Aug 10:41 PM
New ZealandRain, wind, thunder: Feisty end to winter across countryForecast wind 'concerning', Niwa says.31 Aug 02:31 AM
New ZealandMan arrested after Mt Roskill robbery, reported to involve a weaponWitnesses said the man was carrying a knife.30 Aug 04:06 AM
New Zealand'Leave them in the car': Hawke's Bay Council backtracks after gang patch furoreThe council boss says allowing gang members to wear their patches 'wasn’t a good idea'.29 Aug 08:03 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'Out of touch' - Council faces backlash after patched gangsters attend Māori wards voteLocal Government Minister Simeon Brown said gang patches are banned in public buildings.29 Aug 05:17 AM
KahuMāori concerned at the 'desecration' of wāhi tapu by sewage schemeLocal MP urges council to stop the works at Lake Rotokākahi.28 Aug 07:06 PM
New Zealand'Supernatural ability': Blockhouse Bay homicide victim remembered by fellow scientistsStephen Thorpe left a 'massive legacy' in science, with 13 species named after him.28 Aug 12:55 AM
KahuNorth Island communities face uncertain futures over mill shutdownsRaetihi is fighting for survival over WPI decision.27 Aug 06:29 PM
New ZealandPolice call out 'disgusting' livestreamers filming dead bodies at South Auckland crashPolice condemned the “disgusting” actions of a bystander who live-streamed the crash site.27 Aug 02:40 AM
New ZealandRoad between Kāpiti and Upper Hutt closed due to slipsCouncil roading teams are working to clear Akatarawa Road.26 Aug 09:47 PM
New Zealand'Cruellest twist of fate': Kiwi scientist diagnosed with same cancer she was researching'It was shockingly surreal', says Jo Holland.25 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandTwo seriously injured in Warkworth crashA helicopter has been dispatched to the scene of a single-vehicle crash in Warkworth.25 Aug 07:36 AM
New ZealandMan charged with murder after 60-year-old dies at Pātea propertyDespite the efforts of emergency services, the victim died at the scene.25 Aug 03:55 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailThe Kiwis making millions from turning a popcorn maker into a home coffee roasterFrustration over not being able to roast beans at home drove the innovation.24 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice launch Pātea homicide investigation after man dies at propertyDespite efforts of emergency services, the victim died at the scene.24 Aug 01:41 AM
