New ZealandPedestrian, motorists killed in crashes overnight in Nelson, Waikato, ManawatuPolice are investigating several crashes in which people have been killed overnight.12 Mar 06:51 PM
New ZealandTide of patients amid staff shortages in WellingtonAbout 800 doctors and nurses at Wellington's hospitals off sick or in isolation this week.10 Mar 05:03 PM
New ZealandDire predicted heartland town death toll: Fears of tangi clusterWairoa Hospital has no intensive care capacity or ventilators for severe Covid-19 cases.09 Mar 01:26 AM
New ZealandDoctors, technicians filling in as nurses struck downStaff absences reach a critical point at Middlemore Hospital as Omicron surges.07 Mar 05:50 PM
New ZealandWarm and fine weather on the cards for this week's weatherCurrently a heavy rain warning is in place for Fiordland.06 Mar 01:51 AM
New ZealandSH3 South Taranaki near Mokoia blocked following crashMotorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.28 Feb 01:30 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessRocket Lab opens second launch pad at Mahia, lands US$143m contractRocket Lab's shares take off following announcement.25 Feb 04:27 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand50 years on: The day Maadi Cup underdogs Whanganui High School made historyIn 1972, Whanganui High School upset cross-town rivals Collegiate in the Maadi Cup.25 Feb 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSchools urged to not let Covid 19 cancel traditional campsThe Y would like to see schools work harder to ensure "invaluable" camps can go ahead.24 Feb 04:00 PM
TravelOn the menu: Why you should visit Hawke's Bay in late summerHave an end of season holiday as the sunshine gives a last blessing to ripening grapes.21 Feb 04:02 PM
New ZealandRimutaka Prison inmate fled using stolen white Toyota Hiace vanPolice are still searching for the man.20 Feb 12:11 AM
PremiumPremiumTechnologyIs esports the next big sport in the region?"There is a draw card between healthy gaming and unhealthy gaming."18 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailBusiness Hub: Foodstuffs boss Chris Quin on plan B, keeping shelves stockedChris Quin addresses concerns about supply chain pressures.18 Feb 03:50 AM
New ZealandStorm alert: Weekend gales and rain, wet Saturday night for capitalFor the second weekend in a row Wellington is in for a drenching.18 Feb 01:11 AM
New ZealandTowies 'sympathetic' to protesters, operator saysHaulage operator says reluctance from tow truck drivers isn't due to safety concerns.15 Feb 06:15 PM
New ZealandStorm warning: Severe cyclone winds, heavy rain set to strike North Island, Auckland Harbour Bridge faces closureCyclone Dovi is to close roads and bring damage as emergency teams on standby.12 Feb 08:49 AM
TechnologyLast post for old face masksBlue and white face coverings recycled into long-lasting fence posts.10 Feb 04:55 PM
New ZealandLive: 1400 active cases across three DHBs - Auckland remains Omicron epicentreIn Auckland alone, there are 1218 Covid cases currently isolating at home.09 Feb 08:36 PM
New ZealandHot humid weather here for days: Remnants of cyclone set to impact NZThe muggy weather won't peak until Saturday.09 Feb 05:33 PM
LifestyleOne-eyed Winky the cat found after 10 years missingFriendly moggy vanished from his family's Auckland Viaduct apartment a decade ago.08 Feb 05:18 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionTim Hazledine: Throwing light on rail plansOPINION: Emeritus economics professor asks why the choice has to be rail or roads?07 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMuggy nights ahead for upper North IslandKaitāia, Dargaville and Whangārei not expected to dip below 23C all week.07 Feb 03:22 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain hits North Island - new warnings of more to comeAdding to the humidity, intense rain is forecast for east from Hawke's Bay to Coromandel.05 Feb 11:27 PM
New ZealandWeather: Warm, wet, humid Waitangi weekend for upper North IslandThe downpour on the West Coast of the South should ease.04 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMost popular food items purchased by North Island shoppers revealedFoodstuffs Emma Wooster said many customers continued to shop normally.25 Jan 05:29 AM
New Zealand'We're not going to stop Omicron, but we can slow it down': Experts on community outbreakThe news was revealed at a snap 11am press conference by the PM.22 Jan 10:19 PM
New ZealandExplosion in Castlecliff, Whanganui being investigatedExplosion at commercial property believed to be suspicious.18 Jan 07:29 PM
KahuCovid-19 saliva testing clinic opens in WhanganuiThe collaborative is led by Tupoho Social Services with iwi and district council support.18 Jan 01:10 AM
New ZealandTruck versus pole triggers explosionThe crash caused electrical arcing, leading to a fire and explosion.16 Jan 08:30 PM
New Zealand'No warning': Eruption surges sink 12 boats, smash marinaNorthland - just recovering from lockdown - takes another hit.16 Jan 03:00 PM
TravelYou voted. We listened. Summer's top-rated experiences revealedThe votes are in. Kiwis have nominated their top summer to-dos and here are the finalists.15 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandWhanganui-shot film 'X' set for release in March"For cineastes, it is just like cabinet food."14 Jan 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe 20-year-old analyst keeping a 'football eye' on the Wellington PhoenixHe has been in Sydney with the team since the start of November.14 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandKaimaumau wetlands: Sacred sites, rare flora and fauna complicate fire fightBurning for 22 days, the fire has covered an area the size of 2400 football fields.08 Jan 03:38 AM