New Zealand'Unknown substance': Bomb squad responds to northern Auckland propertyPolice were called to Mangawhai Rd, Te Arai property after a discovery at 11.18am.30 Sep 03:07 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessNaut shows off new electric propulsion system for boats, clocks up offshore salesA Whangārei-based start-up hits the Waitematā.30 Sep 03:00 AM
ChristchurchSearch for missing teen resumes along Christchurch coastlineMarley’s car was discovered in the beachside suburb of Sumner on Friday.30 Sep 01:24 AM
TravelEuropean cities that shine in the winter These cities are worth skipping a little NZ summer for.30 Sep 01:20 AM
New Zealand'Fair bit of damage': Ambulance hit in Northland highway crashState Highway 1 at Whakapara was closed while the scene was cleared.30 Sep 12:58 AM
TravelSummer sorted: NZ's gigs, festivals and sports to lock in nowFrom sports and comedians to art and music festivals, bookmark these events across NZ.29 Sep 11:18 PM
TravelSee Northern Lights and winter wonders in this tiny Alaskan townMost breeze right past this charming town, but it's worth staying a while. 29 Sep 08:39 PM
New ZealandResearcher explains why apex predators are heading our way'We’re starting to see some of those start to come back.'29 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandActive Southern Ocean to bring waves of rain, possible thunderstorms this weekA large low-pressure system is set to approach from the Tasman Sea.29 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandCloser to home: Cancer Society confirms 20-room lodge to be built in WhangāreiThe lodge will enable cancer patients to use the new radiation oncology facility.29 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthlanders rush to get measles shots after Bay of Islands case confirmedOnly about 60% of Northlanders are vaccinated, well below the 95% target.29 Sep 05:00 AM
CrimeAnimal neglect: Farmer fined after calves found starving, crippled and deadNine calves were found dead and four more were euthanised due to neglect.29 Sep 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Got smoked by the shark': Young fisherman loses huge snapper while surfcastingThe culprit shark was likely up to 3m long, possibly a white pointer.29 Sep 02:00 AM
New ZealandArtist 'shocked' after award-winning sculpture defaced and dumpedA vandal has given the once 'gorgeous' carved sculpture a 'ghastly' makeover.28 Sep 06:11 PM
New ZealandHundreds gather in Waihī to farewell Ngāti Tūwharetoa chief Sir Tumu Te HeuheuSir Tumu Te Heuheu died aged 84, leaving a legacy of calm leadership.28 Sep 01:15 AM
TravelFrom pirates to palm trees: Why sailors keep returning for Musket Cove Regatta WeekThis year marked the 41st edition of Fiji’s famed Musket Cove Regatta Week.27 Sep 05:29 PM
Travel newsTravel Alerts: Live music, fresh flavours, and luxury resorts to brighten your OctoberFrom country music to NZ's freshest produce, this spring promises a bright array of events27 Sep 05:09 PM
New ZealandPolice seek sightings of vehicle after couch allegedly set alight outside houseAll five people sleeping inside the home escaped unharmed during the blaze.27 Sep 01:49 AM
New ZealandNorthland’s hidden crisis: Meet the locals fighting homelessness on the front lineMonte Tito, Liz Cassidy-Canning and Petrina Pitman are helping Northland's homeless.26 Sep 05:00 PM
Crime'It wasn’t just me': Child describes pattern of hitting in OT caregivers’ homeGirl says sister was hit with a vacuum cleaner pipe, restrained and had finger pulled. 26 Sep 08:00 AM
New Zealand'Perfect': TVNZ star welcomes baby girl after fertility battleJenny Suo and partner Michael Walker have named their daughter, Maisie Xiaoli Walker-Suo.26 Sep 07:35 AM
New ZealandWhangārei dad in critical condition after rescuing kids from Melbourne fireJames Bell suffered severe burns after smashing a window to save his son from the flames.26 Sep 05:01 AM
New ZealandNew measles case likely linked to overseas travel, Health NZ issues warningPublic health is still identifying close contacts and possible exposure locations.26 Sep 04:24 AM
CrimeNorthlander accused of abuse takes fight for name suppression to higher courtsThe man is accused of child sex abuse charges dating back to the 1980s.26 Sep 02:14 AM
Entertainment'I didn't care about anything else': Life lessons from an 87-year-old NZ theatre legend'I believe you should keep on doing what you love until you can’t do it anymore.'26 Sep 12:59 AM
New Zealand'Sorry folks, we've got nothing' – Thieves strip church of food for communityLawnmowers, a weed eater, kayaks and food are among the items stolen.25 Sep 05:00 PM
Crime'I could see a very terrified girl': Friend’s mother recalls night child fled from caregiversThe Oranga Tamariki caregivers are facing 35 violence and cruelty charges.25 Sep 07:00 AM
ChristchurchSearch to identify mystery man found dead in Christchurch goes global Police have given Interpol fingerprints, DNA and photos to help identify the man.25 Sep 02:08 AM
PremiumPremiumMood of the BoardroomDeputy PM job share gets mixed review from business leadersBusiness leaders give the shared deputy role a score of 3.07 out of five.25 Sep 12:00 AM
Kahu'Misleading': Deputy Mayor slams Hobson's Pledge over campaign adKelly Stratford's photo was used without consent in the campaign.24 Sep 06:00 PM
New Zealand'I could have died': Survivor relives trauma after third crossing crash in six monthsThe crash came after a July protest over the crossing, called the city's most dangerous.24 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'I feel shame' - Golriz Ghahraman, Tory Whanau open up on public scandalsBoth spoke to The Elephant, an online video series about controversial topics we avoid.24 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandRiver levels running high in parts of Auckland as heavy rain hits North IslandA heavy rain watch is in place for the Bay of Plenty until tomorrow morning. 24 Sep 06:00 AM
CrimeMan jailed after shopper violently attacked at superettePolice said the attack also caused about $4500 damage inside the Ōtangarei store.24 Sep 05:00 AM