New ZealandSafer Rides scheme driving change in quad bike safetyMore than 130 farm businesses installed safety bars through the scheme. 31 Oct 03:59 PM
New ZealandiPhone alert helps rescue lost Southland walker on Labour DayPolice said her iPhone emergency alert came through shortly after 5pm.31 Oct 03:06 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismAccor launches Tribe Auckland as Jo&Joe gets set for quick finishAccor’s 49th site, Jo&Joe Auckland, opens November 7 with 293 beds and a rooftop bar.31 Oct 02:20 AM
New ZealandMcDonald makes history as first Māori woman to lead Toi Moana councilMatemoana McDonald made history as the first woman to chair Toi Moana.31 Oct 12:32 AM
New ZealandIconic Taupō Hole in One reopens after $1m upgradeThe redevelopment includes new covered bays, café and 'Ball Blaster'.31 Oct 12:23 AM
PremiumPremiumProperty'2026 likely to be trough year': SkyCity CEO on recovery forecastStill trying to sell Auckland car parks for $200m, NZICC finally opening in February.30 Oct 11:05 PM
New ZealandNZ blade shearers beat Aussies in transtasman test Kiwis took out bladeshearing, but machine shearing and woolhandling went to the Aussies.30 Oct 10:44 PM
New ZealandMeth-addled truck driver jailed over crash that killed beloved grandfatherThe 6am Waimate crash killed local motorist Alan George Weir, who was on his way to work.30 Oct 06:30 AM
New Zealand23 Lotto players win $18k each in Second Division - where the tickets were soldOne player also won Powerball Second Division, taking their total winnings to $48,170.30 Oct 03:40 AM
ChristchurchTourist sentenced over Wānaka crash that injured four, including his wifeHoneymooner Ka Ho Cheung crossed the centre line, hitting two vehicles.30 Oct 03:03 AM
New Zealand'Where's the help?': Clutha farmers count cost of devastating stormFarmers say insurance won’t cover the kilometres of fences destroyed.30 Oct 02:50 AM
BusinessHalter replaces 30 towers after storm hits virtual farm fencing networkAbout 70 South Island farms lost service after last week’s wild storms.29 Oct 11:27 PM
America's Cup'A simple formula': Team NZ cyclor reflects on sporting success ahead of new chapterThe two-time Coast To Coast, 2024 America's Cup winner will now run the Lake Hāwea Epic.29 Oct 06:01 PM
New ZealandThree Kiwis die every week from overdoses – so is it time to change our drug laws?Experts debate the issues on The Elephant, a video series about controversial topics.29 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandIcy lows grip NZ: How long will the chill stick around? Frosty mornings expected as temperatures hover just above freezing.29 Oct 05:00 AM
ChristchurchNZ’s fastest man revealed as Larry the Lamb’s secret sprinter Canterbury’s beloved mascot won the NPC final's mascot race. Now it's revealed why.29 Oct 03:08 AM
Golf‘For me, it was a great call’: Kiwi golfer's life on LIV TourCampbell will be back in action at home on December 12 in the Chasing the Fox event.28 Oct 07:00 PM
New ZealandThunderstorm risk lingers for parts of NZ, but wild weather easingThe turbulent weather should start to become more settled across New Zealand.28 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Very sorry': Otago University apologises after error found in law examExam invigilators told students about the error 50 minutes into the exam.28 Oct 07:18 AM
New ZealandCommunities rally after wild storm leaves thousands without electricity for daysMore than 8000 properties remain without power across Southland and Otago.28 Oct 02:00 AM
New Zealand'A huge loss': Tributes for young Irishman who died in Queenstown balcony fallDillon McDermott, from Galway, died in the resort town last week.27 Oct 10:20 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyInside Mitre 10's big plan to challenge rivals and close an Auckland gapFive new stores are already opened or planned, but the CEO talks a two-pronged strategy.27 Oct 09:12 PM
FootballFootballer who stole penguin in NZ, jailed in Singapore and 'died' on pitch gets new roleLutz Pfannenstiel revealed in his autobiography that he 'borrowed' a penguin.27 Oct 09:04 PM
New ZealandThe ‘loving lie’ that helped calm a father with dementiaKerikeri’s Maria Nicol helped care for both her parents as they lived with dementia.27 Oct 05:13 PM
PoliticsKiwis want change as new report shows just 1.4% of annual drug budget for harm reductionPeople want a 1043% increase in the share of the drug budget for harm reduction - report.27 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBounce back: NZ’s adventure capital nears pre-Covid tourism highs ahead of big summerAustralia leads arrivals at 40%, with the US and China steadily increasing.27 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandSerious crash near Queenstown: Patient airlifted to hospitalThe road near Ben Lomond remains blocked as contractors work to clear it.27 Oct 04:39 AM
New ZealandLong traffic queues as Aucklanders return from holiday; Labour Weekend road toll at twoMetService warns heavy rain, wind and snow could disrupt travel today.27 Oct 03:25 AM
EntertainmentWho’s playing where this summer? Your guide to 2025’s biggest gigs across AotearoaGrammy winners, pop icons and rock legends all set for New Zealand shows.27 Oct 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘A tough few days’: Govt gives $150k to storm-ravaged Southland and CluthaThousands remain without power as a cold blast starts to hit already battered areas. 27 Oct 12:09 AM
New ZealandTwo injured after car towing caravan collides with vehicle in Otago, SH1 blockedOne person has been left seriously injured, a Hato Hone St John spokeswoman says. 26 Oct 11:02 PM
New Zealand'Consider moving your trip forward': New weather warnings issued as storm nearsCold snap brings rain, wind and snow for Labour Day travellers.26 Oct 10:34 PM
New Zealand18 players win $25k each in Lotto Second Division - where were tickets sold?First Division Powerball was not won and has now jumped to $30 million.26 Oct 05:02 AM
New ZealandMany Hawke’s Bay business owners under ‘severe stress’: Business leader'I don’t think I’ve ever seen people working as hard for such little return.'25 Oct 05:00 PM
