New ZealandWatch: Former media exec injured after brutal shove off own shop verandah Dallas Gurney called out bad behaviour of customers. He did not see the response coming. 13 Jan 12:05 AM
TravelHow to tackle Northland’s coast-to-coast cycling adventure this summerThe 87km ride links Northland’s Pacific and Tasman coasts in scenic style.13 Jan 12:00 AM
New ZealandCousins named as men who died at Northland beachThey were pulled from the surf between Mahuta Gap and Glinks Gully.12 Jan 11:48 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInside Auckland’s hidden monasteries and retreatsFrom Carmelite nuns to Tibetan monks – meet some of Auckland's spiritual residents.11 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandSpearfishing champion warns: Ban bottom trawling or risk more fishery collapsesDarren Shields says the method risks Northland scallop collapses being repeated elsewhere.11 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ swelters as North Island cities top 36C, roads blocked in South Island as wild winds fell treesMultiple heat alerts in place today across the country, posing an 'extreme' fire risk.11 Jan 06:14 AM
New ZealandAuckland beach reaches 'vehicle capacity' and is blocked off by council'We encourage people to explore other locations to find a place to cool off,' council said11 Jan 03:39 AM
CompaniesMore than 80,000 impacted by Manage My Health breach in NorthlandHealth NZ says an estimated 86,000 Northlanders have been affected.10 Jan 11:31 PM
CrimeFishers warned: Prosecution likely for illegal toheroa, excess tuatua this summerTaking prohibited toheroa can mean a $500 fine or a court prosecution.10 Jan 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Extreme caution': Heat alerts as furnace-like temps strike NZHastings is forecast to reach 38C tomorrow, with Napier close behind on 36C.10 Jan 06:10 AM
New ZealandHeat alerts for 15 centres amid scorching temps, severe gales pose 'extreme' fire dangerThe MetService-issued heat alerts include several holiday hot spots.10 Jan 12:26 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessHow a brutal 2024 winter is reshaping power prices, hydro plans and the Huntly fallbackMeridian is weighing a major expansion of Lake Pūkaki to boost hydro storage.09 Jan 10:00 PM
New Zealand‘It’s beyond a joke’: Repeated power cuts leave Far North residents in 'anxious state'One Kerikeri outage on January 3 cut power to 1267 homes for 2.5 hours.09 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘We’ve got a big problem': Meth use in NZ spikes to record highConsumption doubled in the second half of 2024, according to wastewater testing.09 Jan 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Records could roll': Heat alerts issued, forecast temperatures to reach 38CHastings is now forecast to reach 38C on Sunday, with 36C expected in Napier.08 Jan 11:13 PM
PremiumPremiumRetail‘Insider with an outsider’s perspective’: New DB chief maps out beer’s next eraHart returns to DB after 26 years overseas with Heineken and his own firm.08 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandHarbourmaster warns of rising risks as old boats sink and ships dodge small craftA concrete ship narrowly missed a small boat anchored mid-channel in Shell Cut.08 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Simple measures can make beach swimming saferOPINION: This summer is already a busy one for lifeguards.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandJanuary temperature records could fall as hot spell forecastFire and Emergency says people cause 97% of wildfires in Aotearoa.08 Jan 07:04 AM
CrimePolice search for car stolen at gunpoint on Boxing DayThe 2009 dark Volkswagen hatchback has mag wheels, stickers and RBZ53 plates.08 Jan 12:19 AM
New ZealandEx-Kaipara councillor avoids conviction over shop assaultsJudge Greg Davis ruled a conviction would outweigh the comparatively low-level offending. 07 Jan 11:00 PM
New Zealand2025 climate summary: Hottest places around NZ revealedFour of the five warmest years have occurred since 2021 as the climate heats.07 Jan 10:49 PM
New Zealand'Extreme fire danger' as 37C scorcher looms, alerts issued for hot spotsForecasts of 30C+ in multiple centres will see a scorching end to this week. 07 Jan 10:16 PM
Crime'Entitlement issues': Risk concerns over man who abducted and violated jogger Haydn Christy violently took a woman from the streets in 2016 and sexually assaulted her.07 Jan 06:00 AM
CrimeNeglectful German Shepherd breeder tries to overturn nine-year dog-ownership ban Janine Wallace was sentenced alongside her mother, Barbara Glover, after an SPCA probe. 07 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandFruit fly found in Auckland suburb; restrictions in placeBiosecurity officers will step up fruit fly trapping within up to 1500m of the find.07 Jan 04:45 AM
New Zealand'Waiting game': Northland patients left in dark as 45 GP clinics hit by health data hackManage My Health has not named the clinics hit, leaving many patients in limbo.07 Jan 03:12 AM
New ZealandPreparing for summer’s hottest weekend: 37C in one city, looming fire threatWhat to expect over the coming days as temperatures soar in north and east.07 Jan 02:01 AM
New ZealandHundreds gather in Northland to remember the Battle of Ruapekapeka PāThe 180th anniversary events commemorate the final engagement of the 1845-46 Northern War.07 Jan 01:57 AM
New Zealand45 GP practices affected by Manage My Health cyber hack identified in one regionUrgent High Court injunctions have revealed the scale of two recent cyber attacks.06 Jan 11:29 PM
PremiumPremiumLeague'I just want to help': Former Warriors star on using Instagram to mentor youngstersElijah Taylor wants to use social media to inspire and help the next generation.06 Jan 04:01 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Who holds Trump accountable?OPINION: Letter writers link Trump’s latest moves to oil, allies and global flashpoints.06 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandLifeguards issue warning after multiple rescues over busy weekendEastern region lifeguards have carried out 144 rescues this summer.06 Jan 03:06 AM
New ZealandThirteen injured after truck and van crash in Far NorthSeven patients were taken to Kaitāia Hospital, including three in moderate condition.05 Jan 10:00 PM
