New ZealandAtmospheric river to swamp parts of northern NZ, flood-hit South Island braces for fresh delugeSoldiers and Fire and Emergency rapid response teams are being sent to Tasman to help.01 Jul 07:43 AM
PoliticsWhānau Ora reset: Minister calls for transparency as ‘electioneering’ review progressesPM Luxon says the allegations at the centre of the review are "incredibly serious".30 Jun 03:50 AM
New Zealand'I ditched everything': Fisherman swept 100m out to sea strips off to surviveLifejacket convert Bas Radcliffe says he pretty much ticked every box on what not to do.29 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandAre you the lucky winner? Two bag $500,000 in Lotto drawTwo winners shared last Saturday's $30 million Powerball jackpot.28 Jun 09:00 AM
LiveNew ZealandSnow dump hits alpine passes, tornado smashes century-old villa MetService warns severe weather will continue, with more thunderstorms on the horizon.28 Jun 01:12 AM
New ZealandBody found in Auckland river after failing to return from dinghy tripThe alarm was raised when the man failed to return on a trip to shore from a moored boat.28 Jun 01:02 AM
New ZealandEleven homes damaged by overnight tornado as the south braces for snow dumpsIcy temperatures and inland snow are forecast for holiday spots on Sunday.27 Jun 10:05 PM
New Zealand'Scaring me': Heavy rain brings flooding'My whole back section’s flooded, it’s coming up to my back door step.'27 Jun 03:18 AM
LifestyleBustles, ballgowns and bustiers: Why costumiers get bitten by the cosplay bug Costumiers will wear their finest garments at a fantasy event in Rotorua next month. 25 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandDaughter's mortgage to be cleared as $30m Powerball jackpot claimedEach winner took home $15,083,333, becoming the latest multimillionaires.25 Jun 12:48 AM
New ZealandBrief winter respite to be swept away by heavy rain, severe galesHeavy rain watches are being issued.23 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSupermarkets admit breaching Fair Trading Act with misleading prices, face millions in finesThe maximum penalty for each charge is $600,000.23 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Employment process' under way for police officer who beat children with beltThe staffer was earlier the subject of investigations by police and the IPCA.19 Jun 10:52 PM
New Zealand'Put out the welcome mat': South Island sees surge in North Island migrantsFigures show 85,575 people live in the South Island who lived in the North Island in 2018.19 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyBuilding blocks: 59% of construction firms face work order concernsEconomic pressures are the biggest concern for construction sector leaders: BDO report.18 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Just having a breather': Volcanic plume prompts social media buzzA large plume above Whakaari/White Island prompted questions.17 Jun 11:45 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyAll rentals must meet five Healthy Homes standards by July 1Heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture and draught-stopping standards all coming in.17 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandSunshine follows chilly start before wet weather returns for MatarikiOne South Island spot fell into the double figures below zero this morning.16 Jun 10:44 PM
New Zealand'Lots of frost': NZ braces for sub-zero chill, possible 'heavy rain' before MatarikiMuch of the South Island is set to plunge below 0C tonight and tomorrow.16 Jun 08:21 AM
New ZealandFog disrupts 43 flights at Auckland Airport, severe storms to followMore thunderstorms are forecast for the top of the North Island today.09 Jun 07:33 PM
New ZealandTen players win almost $33k each in Lotto Second Division – where lucky tickets were soldThree players shared $1 million in last night's First Division draw.08 Jun 04:00 AM
New ZealandFrosts for Auckland? MetService predicts sub-zero temps for next couple of daysTemperatures are set to fall as low as -7C in some parts of the country.07 Jun 07:36 AM
New ZealandSwells reach 10m at Wellington Harbour entrance as polar blast hitsThere's also been nearly a metre of snow at Mt Hutt, and fire crews rescuing motorists.07 Jun 03:33 AM
New ZealandAustralian navy ship disrupts NZ internet and radio servicesHMAS Canberra's radar blocked Wi-Fi from Taranaki to Marlborough.06 Jun 07:44 PM
New ZealandFamily remembers victim of Taranaki house fireEmergency services were called to the scene in Browne St early on Friday morning.06 Jun 07:15 AM
New ZealandNew hut in works as Tongariro Great Walk delays openingWalkers face a 20km trek between Mangatepopo and Waihohonu huts.05 Jun 12:01 AM
LiveNew ZealandHundreds without power across North Island, road snowfall warnings in South IslandMeanwhile, Fire and Emergency were called to 60 incidents in the upper north. 04 Jun 10:01 PM
New Zealand60 emergency calls in upper North as wild weather hitsFire and Emergency had about to 60 callouts in Northland, Auckland, Bay of Plenty and Waikato. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Jun 07:05 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovt considering 'demolition' for Chateau Tongariro, deemed a ‘fiscal risk’ in Budget 2025Options are being investigated for the site, 'including demolition'.02 Jun 05:00 PM
RoyalsRural community well represented in King's Birthday HonoursThis year’s honours acknowledge contributors to New Zealand’s rural sector.01 Jun 05:05 PM
Retail'Pretty special': Sistema founder's surprise at receiving knighthoodPlus: Several other prominent business people have been honoured.01 Jun 05:02 PM
RoyalsKing’s Birthday Honours 2025: The full listThe New Zealanders honoured this King's Birthday.01 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouple's renovation dream almost derailed by court's error in $8k window disputeThey won a case over incorrect window sizes but the decision had 'serious errors'.31 May 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Dangerous and stupid': Levin boy racers run over woman’s legs, set diesel alight on streetPolice condemn behaviour as 'incredibly reckless' and vow to arrest all those involved.30 May 08:42 PM
