PoliticsTeen kicked out of Govt’s bootcamp pilot for alleged offendingThere are now eight participants in the Government's controversial pilot. 30 Jun 04:27 AM
New ZealandFears Northland Expressway at risk as report challenges $1.2b GDP boostMP Grant McCallum fears the highway could be scrapped by a Labour-led government.30 Jun 04:00 AM
PoliticsWhānau Ora reset: Minister calls for transparency as ‘electioneering’ review progressesPM Luxon says the allegations at the centre of the review are "incredibly serious".30 Jun 03:50 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGiant-killers: Liston College's dramatic rise in Auckland 1A rugbyRotorua Boys' retained the Moascar Cup, defeating Napier 29-7 in wet conditions.30 Jun 02:01 AM
AucklandAli Williams and Anna Mowbray's contentious helipad approved for $24m homeThe application has been granted subject to a raft of conditions. 30 Jun 01:46 AM
Auckland'Really good thing': PM backs 110km/h speed limit for Pūhoi motorwayMore than 7900 submissions supported the new speed limit, with 94% in favour.29 Jun 10:34 PM
New ZealandHealth Ministry manager 'way too friendly' with alcohol lobbyAlcohol lobbyists gave input on FASD plans, with some submissions fully redacted.29 Jun 08:24 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGolden 16-metre Buddhist statue set to ‘tower above’ horrified communityAuckland Council art 'loophole' horrifies neighbours as giant golden statue takes shape.29 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland firefighters face struggles with ageing fleet and delaysFirefighters worry their ageing engine may impact response times.29 Jun 05:00 PM
RacingBeetlegeuse triumphs at Ruakākā, tribute to Schick family tragedyBeetlegeuse wore 10-year-old Jimmy Schick's favourite cap during the race.29 Jun 04:59 PM
ParalympicsThe 'Blind Skiwi' chasing Paralympic dreams - On the UpThomas Coysh is doing his best to live life to the fullest.28 Jun 11:00 PM
Sport'Incredible': Northland retirees become world champs in new sportThe Warrens became the first over-70s Hyrox world champions at the competition in Chicago.27 Jun 07:00 PM
KiwiSaver'It's security': Push for KiwiSaver access to aid young farmersFederated Farmers launched a petition to change KiwiSaver rules urgently.27 Jun 05:00 PM
RacingPike's promising duo set for rematch in Ruakākā 2YO ChampionshipJasmine Fawcett will ride Ashoka, while Triston Moodley mounts Boombox.27 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandRoads cut off, homes evacuated in the south as Auckland hit by thunderstormsSevere weather hits as school holidays begin, with evacuations in Marlborough. 27 Jun 08:24 AM
CrimeMan celebrating prison release got into gang-fuelled bar brawl, landing him back in jailThe fight involved multiple people and four victims, including one who was stabbed.27 Jun 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Scaring me': Heavy rain brings flooding'My whole back section’s flooded, it’s coming up to my back door step.'27 Jun 03:18 AM
New ZealandActive front brings strong winds, downpours to NorthlandMetService has placed a severe thunderstorm watch on Northland until 11am. 26 Jun 09:46 PM
KahuNorthland teen wins $25,000 education scholarship Aston Plunkett received seven As in her exams and topped NZ in Geography.26 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanOpinion: MPs mourn Takutai Tarsh Kemp – what happens next and who might take her seatOPINION: There’s a lot on the line for Te Pāti Māori.26 Jun 06:00 PM
Crime'It's selfish': Drugged driver chased by up to 20 police cars blasted for 'dumb' drivingBlake Herbert was on bail for a kidnapping when he drove high on meth and evaded police.26 Jun 08:00 AM
New ZealandState of emergency in parts of Marlborough, Auckland prepares for galesWind gusts on the bridge could reach up to 90km/h between 6am and 10am.26 Jun 07:50 AM
CrimeKaikohe woman charged with neglect in toddler's death casePolice arrested a 31-year-old woman.26 Jun 07:32 AM
New ZealandNgātiwai iwi urges Māori pride after Winston Peters’ moko comments Kaumātua urges pride in moko mataora.26 Jun 04:51 AM
CrimePolice officer to be charged after pursuit crash that killed teenThe family of Whangārei teen Angel Riley say their hunt for justice is just beginning. 26 Jun 12:31 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely unreal': Dive trip inspires young conservationistsThe trip to one of the world's best dive spots rewarded the passion of nine Northlanders.26 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandNZ shearers prepare for Scotland's toughest sheepToa Henderson and Jack Fagan will tackle blackface sheep at the Lochearnhead Shears.25 Jun 10:36 PM
ParalympicsHow Paralympic aspirations helped Eligh Fountain overcome mental battles - On The UpEligh Fountain is aiming to compete as an air rifle shooter at the LA Paralympics.25 Jun 06:00 PM
CrimeRising concerns: Northland's alleged homicide rate surpasses 2024 total As of May 1, Northland had the highest number of alleged homicides out of each district. 25 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Nash smooths Golden Visas for wealthy; Is Rod Drury the king of Qtown?; Lux weddings for Heatly, Crane Plus, Amisfield owner and chef celebrate global award in Italy.25 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWild weather: Sth Is braces for 184km/h winds, Auckland Harbour Bridge could closeHigh winds may close the Auckland Harbour Bridge on Friday morning.25 Jun 09:06 AM
New ZealandWhy top Auckland schools are tightening enrolment rulesEnrolments surged due to increased immigration and local relocations.25 Jun 07:52 AM
Crime'A sadistic flavour': Paedophile's jail time extended after more predatory offending revealedFormer principal James Parker's number of victims has now climbed to 22.25 Jun 07:00 AM