New ZealandWoman accused of putting toddler in closed suitcase appears in courtPolice say the child was at risk of suffocation, heat exhaustion and trauma. 03 Aug 10:24 PM
New ZealandSub-zero temperatures as cold snap grips NZ - but La Niña's possible return loomsLa Niña may return, bringing warmer, wetter weather until October.03 Aug 05:00 PM
Kahu$28m funding for Northland kura, opposed Kaiwaka school to open by 2028Te Kura o Ngāringaomatariki will move 11km to a new campus in Kaiwaka.03 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWoman charged after 2yo found in suitcase on bus in NorthlandThe driver became concerned when he noticed the bag moving.03 Aug 09:13 AM
New ZealandACC exempted from covering man's PTSD triggered by abuse as child in RussiaThe Court of Appeal has overruled two other courts that found ACC should pay up.03 Aug 01:30 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: How a few muddy hot pools were transformed into a multimillion-dollar attractionLong renowned for its healing powers, Ngāwhā Springs has undergone a $4.3m upgrade. 02 Aug 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAll BlacksWho’s in, who’s out? Predicting the All Blacks Rugby Championship squadInjury setbacks at halfback, loose forward and prop could force change to the All Blacks.02 Aug 07:01 PM
New ZealandPastures Past: When bridges struggled with farm demandsIn 1934, a lorry got stuck on a narrow bridge, delaying cream transport.02 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Holy cow!': Northland man finds $200k Lotto ticketA Northland man found an unclaimed $200,000 Lotto ticket in his glovebox.02 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandEvicted tenant says her 'loud family' shouldn't have been put in a quiet areaNeighbours lodge 45 complaints, reporting frequent parties, loud music, and roaming dogs.01 Aug 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'No bigger trophy in New Zealand sport': The enduring magic of the Ranfurly Shield explainedNorthland aim to reclaim the Ranfurly Shield after nearly 50 years.01 Aug 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessGoodbye ... Michael Hill, jewellerDetermined, ambitious, verging on the eccentric, Sir Michael Hill was a visionary. 01 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandBlood, sweat and tears: Doco highlights gym's life-changing impactInternational Film Festival documentary follows kickboxers' transformative journey. 01 Aug 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Sport could be the key to tackling youth crime OPINION: Sport-based programmes could be a better alternative than boot camps.01 Aug 05:00 PM
PoliticsUse of urgency to upend pay equity scheme decided after PM met senior ministersThe pay equity changes prompted protests up and down the country. 01 Aug 04:58 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonA councillor in Fiji, another in hospital, and Wayne Brown's 'inappropriate' jokeOpinion: Council attendance, bargaining for the city, elections, Panmure and the St James.01 Aug 03:00 AM
EntertainmentNorthern Bass, Splore revamp festivals amid economic challengesEconomic pressures and audience habits are reshaping NZ's iconic music festivals.31 Jul 07:00 AM
Crime'It's just idiotic': Man tries to set police station on fire to impress womanZayne Gordon was on the run when he set a Molotov cocktail on fire at Kaikohe station.31 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandKaipara councillor warns Northlanders face $4000-plus water ratesKaipara Council voted 6:2 to join Northland’s Local Water Done Well initiative.30 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'There is a danger': Strong currents, surges expected along NZ coastCoastal areas under threat include harbours, estuaries and small boats. 30 Jul 04:39 AM
LiveNew Zealand'Unstable air mass': Risk of heavy rain and thunderstorms for NZSevere thunderstorm watches are in place for the Bay of Plenty and Gisborne.29 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandNext pulse of rain approaching Akl, severe thunderstorm watch remains in forceDriving conditions will be hazardous with surface flooding and poor visibility.29 Jul 08:04 AM
Crime'Real risk he could have been killed': Forestry worker lost fingers in workplace accidentKohurau Contracting has been ordered to pay $150,000 after being sentenced this week.29 Jul 07:00 AM
Retail'Never too late to dream big': Tributes flow for Sir Michael HillBusiness leaders, community groups and the Prime Minister have shared their condolences.29 Jul 05:39 AM
CrimePrivate prosecution against former council lawyer won’t include new allegationsChristopher Claydon failed to bring 20 new charges against George Swanepoel.29 Jul 04:30 AM
PoliticsSome farmers fear kids collecting eggs is illegal - Act ministerOne Labour MP advised children not to lick eggs if they had poo on them.29 Jul 04:12 AM
PremiumPremiumChristchurch'It took me 40 years and a house fire': The advice that drove Sir Michael Hill's successHill built a business from nothing to be one of the country's most successful brands.29 Jul 02:30 AM
New Zealand'Legends armed with shovels' clear SH1 slipA group of motorists left their vehicles, spades in hand, to clear a slip on SH1 on the Brynderwyn Hills. Video / Nicola MorrisonWatch29 Jul 02:22 AM
New ZealandOranga Tamariki ordered to pay $108,000 over battle to remove Māori child from Pākehā foster parentsOranga Tamariki engaged in a campaign to discredit the foster parents, says justice.28 Jul 10:21 PM
New ZealandParking fees rile resident: 'Over $2000 a year just to park outside my house'Councillors rejected resident permits, which would exempt parking charges.28 Jul 07:49 PM
CrimeMen forfeit $70k in drug proceeds after meth lab arrestsPolice found 1.6kg of meth at a clandestine lab in Herekino.28 Jul 05:00 AM
New ZealandNorth Island set for drenching, waterlogged Tasman sets up emergency centres Strong gusts are likely to reach 90km/h in Northland and Auckland as the storm ramps up.28 Jul 01:51 AM
New Zealand'It was a scary way to live': Housing battle ends for terminally ill manLogan faced ICU admissions and five helicopter transfers due to poor living conditions.27 Jul 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Don’t give up': Couple who went from the streets to a home share message of hope Hera and Lena Greaves are heartbroken by Kaitāia’s rising homelessness.27 Jul 05:00 PM
