PoliticsDrop in success rate, higher attrition: Police flag challenges to hit 500 new cops target Police have flagged challenges meeting the target of 500 new cops within two years. 21 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Symbol of pride': Kohukohu united in efforts to preserve historic hallThe Kohukohu community is determined to save the historic hall.21 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Just doesn't make sense': Fire station hit by repeat vandal Frustration is growing as a man allegedly smashes fire station window for a fifth time.21 Apr 07:25 AM
New ZealandCommunity effort: Hundreds unite to tackle invasive seaweedAround 500 tonnes of the marine pest were moved above the high tide line in four days.21 Apr 02:44 AM
New ZealandWeather damage 'substantial' as Aucklanders still without power, thunderstorm watch issuedA severe thunderstorm alert has been iussed for a large area of the central North Island. 21 Apr 12:22 AM
New ZealandSinking health system inspires doctors' Hīkoi for Health Reform from KaitāiaHīkoi for Health Reform taking protesting doctors from Kaitāia to Parliament.21 Apr 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Solution needed': SH1 opens at Brynderwyns but long-term fix still neededCyclone Tam caused a slip on SH1 near the Brynderwyns, prompting calls for permanent fix.20 Apr 10:17 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Pita Tipene’s visionary leadership earns top Māori business awardTipene now hopes to lead Ngāti Hine through settlement, enabling the iwi to thrive. 20 Apr 09:45 PM
New ZealandTeachers Disciplinary Tribunal: How misconduct is handled in teachingThe Teachers Disciplinary Tribunal handles cases such as fraud and violence.20 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Looks like it fell on a car’: Landslip partially blocks SH1, Auckland hit by heavy rainA severe thunderstorm watch remains in place until 8pm for Northland and Auckland.20 Apr 10:12 AM
LiveNew ZealandAuckland back under severe thunderstorm watch; homes without power for four daysVector says some power outages remain due to 'significant damage'.19 Apr 08:50 PM
New Zealand'This is great': Hapū wins fight to protect sacred land and treesThe controversial 93-home development at Onoke Heights, Te Kamo, is now at a dead end. 19 Apr 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: More in the world that unites than divides usOPINION: Solo travelling can spark unexpected connections.19 Apr 05:00 PM
Opinion'Enormous potential': Three opportunities for NZ food innovationOpinion: 'We have enormous potential. Where is our thought process on that as a country?'19 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Dangerous conditions': MetService warns Easter weekend beachgoersDozens of beaches across Auckland and Northland are marked 'unsuitable for swimming'.18 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Tam wreaks havoc: Narrow escape as redwood crushes shedA teen had to run for his life in Kerikeri as a tree collapsed in the wild weather.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSigns of disagreement: Hundertwasser centre seeks better highway advertisingThe Hundertwasser Art Centre is not easy to find, with no signs on SH1 directing tourists.18 Apr 05:00 PM
KahuOn The Up: Whangārei teen wins prestigious $750k scholarship to elite US uniMorris is the first Māori and second New Zealander to win the coveted Karsh Scholarship.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Man with a giant heart': Speedway hero and beloved dad killed in 'freak' workplace accidentHe played a key role in saving lives during many serious accidents.18 Apr 07:00 AM
New ZealandOne dead in Northland crash; part of SH12 closedThe sole occupant of the vehicle died at the scene.18 Apr 03:12 AM
New ZealandDoctor and nurse strike could delay 4300 surgeries and appointmentsThe union said it was the first 24-hour strike in its 35-year history. 18 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandDazed petrel found under fire appliance at Whangārei StationSea birds became disorientated by the storm, landing exhausted in urban areas.17 Apr 11:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up - 'Memory, culture, and nostalgia': MasterChef winners' 'immersive' food experience'It’s nice to come home and bring this dinner which is really special to us.'17 Apr 09:00 PM
LifestyleWhich stores will open this long weekend? A guide to Easter trading restrictionsMost stores must close on Good Friday and Easter Sunday in New Zealand. 17 Apr 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsShane Jones woos and warns Chatham Islands with ‘surprise’ abattoir and kūmara binJones' true intentions were made clear soon after touching down in the Hercules aircraft.17 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up - 'Truly humbling': NZ teacher's four decades of inspirationAt 62, he's taught the children and grandchildren of former students.17 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand4600 homes still without power as Cyclone Tam clean-up beginsBay of Islands residents are urged to save water as repairs are under way in Paihia.17 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCoromandel towns isolated by flooding, more heavy rain forecast as storm rages onRoads have been submerged, roofs ripped from buildings and ferries and flights cancelled.17 Apr 08:09 AM
New Zealand'Terrifying': Kiwis react as Cyclone Tam rips off roofs, downs treesAbout 10,000 homes remain without power in Northland this evening.17 Apr 07:11 AM
CrimeMeth dealer with 23-year addiction praised for rehabilitation efforts Brian Tito was found with 87g of meth and 'tick lists' of around $50,000.17 Apr 06:00 AM
SportHow ex-tropical Cyclone Tam will affect Easter weekend sportSome events have been cancelled but many will still go ahead as planned.17 Apr 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRugbyRupeni Caucaunibuca: Rugby’s greatest talent was never fulfilledThe Fijian winger who had the world at his feet and the potential to surpass Jonah Lomu.17 Apr 12:30 AM
New ZealandPortable building theft leaves man without emergency housingBusiness owner laments criminals taking firm's "last available unit in the Hokianga area".17 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandWind and swell batter NorthlandHelena Bay, northeast of central Whangārei, is battered by large swells, winds and high tides on Thursday. Video / Denise PiperWatch16 Apr 11:10 PM
