New ZealandMotorcyclist dies in hospital four days after Palmerston North crashInquiries into the crash are ongoing, police say.10 Jan 04:52 AM
New ZealandWellington family harm incident ends with tasered man in critical conditionThe man was armed and threatened a woman and small child, police say.10 Jan 03:14 AM
New ZealandKnife-point carjacking leads to hours-long police chase, police car rammed, man found up treeThe wanted driver ran off into bush to try and hide when he was spotted by locals.09 Jan 09:55 PM
New ZealandPopular Auckland city beach now on sea lice watchlist: Swimmers at Mission Bay, Waiheke Island cautionedNiwa says this year's warmer waters are proving ideal conditions for sea lice.09 Jan 07:49 PM
New ZealandBeachgoers ‘mauled by sea lice’ as swimmers covered in rashes'They look like angry chickenpox', said one concerned mum. 08 Jan 11:45 PM
New Zealand‘Vehicles pretty banged up’: Five people injured in serious Waikato crash, SH1 reopensA witness on the scene moments after the crash said both vehicles were badly damaged. 07 Jan 05:36 PM
New ZealandMan arrested in campground a month after woman critically-injured in shootingA woman was left critically injured on December 13 and is now recovering at home.07 Jan 12:14 AM
New ZealandWatch: Drone flies during Auckland’s NYE fireworks display, CAA assessingThe Civil Aviation Authority is assessing the incident.06 Jan 07:01 PM
New ZealandFeilding park robbery: Man shot during $2000 marketplace shoe sale gone wrongThe men travelled to a park to meet a seller before everything turned violent.05 Jan 10:33 PM
New Zealand'People were vomiting': Passengers make it across Cook Strait on 'very rough' sailingHigh winds and swells have battered Cook Strait over the weekend.05 Jan 07:24 PM
TravelNZ's starlit sky will rival the Northern Lights in 2025Here's how to make the most of it.04 Jan 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘Abysmal’: Wet, windy weather for lower North IslandTemperatures in the lower North Island will peak in the low to mid-teens.04 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Distressing situation': Bus drives off, strands 15yo in North Island town during toilet stopThe boy's mother needed to make a four-hour round trip to collect him.03 Jan 03:26 AM
New ZealandYoung Auckland family lose everything in ‘devastating’ house fireJake and Richelle Wilkinson and their two kids lost their home and all their belongings.02 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWet start to 2025 for holiday hotspots and main centres across NZThe first day of 2025 is forecast to deliver rain to all the main centres.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Year’s Eve weather: Chch fireworks show canned, East Coast thunder and downpour alert continues MetService says showers and strong winds should ease for most as midnight approaches. 31 Dec 02:48 AM
New ZealandGisborne woman named as victim in Boxing Day crash on SH35Nine people have died on New Zealand roads this holiday period so far.30 Dec 01:48 AM
New ZealandWatch: The shark that cleared Ōhope BeachChris Service was fortunate enough to have his drone up at the right time when he saw it.29 Dec 10:49 PM
New ZealandCar-surfing death: Man dies after falling off vehicleThe man was riding on a mattress on top of the vehicle when he fell off. 28 Dec 11:26 PM
New ZealandSeventh person dies on NZ roads in five days after fatal Northland crashRoad toll continues to rise in dark five days on our roads.28 Dec 07:53 AM
New ZealandBad news for festival-goers: Gisborne beaches closed, thousands expected for RnVHolidaymakers have been warned to steer clear of the water after heavy rainfall.27 Dec 09:33 PM
New ZealandFive dead in four days after ‘vehicle incident’ in NapierFive people have died on New Zealand roads over the last four days. 27 Dec 07:59 PM
New ZealandMotorists asked to postpone travels after fatal Coromandel crash causes major delaysPolice say travellers face a 90-minute delay on the SH25a route.26 Dec 11:40 PM
New Zealand‘Never seen flames like it’: Fire rips through Piha RSA buildingThe blaze was reported to Fire and Emergency Services at 11.52pm. 26 Dec 06:10 PM
New ZealandThis speed camera makes almost $1.5m in six monthsThe three top cameras collected $3.1 million during the first six months of 2024.25 Dec 07:28 PM
New ZealandFourth and final arrest made following violent death of Boy Taylor in Napier CBD'Police are not looking for anyone else in relation to Mr Taylor’s death.'23 Dec 07:25 PM
New ZealandClear skies for Christmas Eve before Santa brings rain to townTemperatures will range from the low to mid-20s on Christmas Day.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Like an explosion': Police forensic investigation under way after pair shot in AucklandPolice could be seen cordoning off a street in the area.23 Dec 05:04 AM
New ZealandWoman in court charged with murder of Gisborne manWayne Dewes died in hospital from severe injuries. 23 Dec 01:49 AM
New ZealandSource of ‘unacceptable’ phantom alarm keeping Auckland CBD residents up all night foundSource of the 'really unpleasant' noise has been identified, but a fix is some time away.22 Dec 11:06 PM
New ZealandWoman, 27, charged with murder after death of Gisborne manWayne Dewes died in hospital from severe injuries. 22 Dec 08:51 PM
TravelLooking to hike more in 2024? The ultimate tramping guide for beginnersIf you're new to NZ tramping, these top trails and huts will put you on the right path.22 Dec 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Rain for most parts': Wet Christmas Day for much of New ZealandTemperatures will range from the low to mid-20s on Christmas Day.22 Dec 04:00 PM
