New ZealandSummer of 'two personalities' ahead – sweltering heat and torrential rainForecasters expect a hot, drier-than-normal start to summer for most regions.02 Dec 07:00 AM
AucklandFunding squeeze: Rates cap row puts CRL and ferries in the firing lineWayne Brown wants a 7.9% rates rise to cover the $235m CRL running costs.02 Dec 05:00 AM
RetailBlack Friday spending down in blow to retail recoveryWhile many analysts were expecting spending to rise, Kiwis have kept their wallets closed.02 Dec 03:46 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyCondor Sevens: The unlikely high school champions nobody saw comingCoach Tom Peyton built this title run over three years on a zero budget.02 Dec 02:55 AM
New ZealandCrown argues Dunedin man found partially decapitated died in a 'targeted' killing, not 'theft gone wrong'Jurors heard Singh had 'sawing marks' on his spine after being partially decapitated.02 Dec 01:39 AM
New Zealand'Scoring points off my name': Mike King urges MP to stop coming for him after audit clears charity The Auditor-General found the Gumboot Friday contract was managed properly.01 Dec 11:22 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Can't get harder than this' – building boss on $200m+ Skyline Queenstown jobPopular 330-seat restaurant goes to vast 650 seats, viewing deck being expanded by 532%.01 Dec 11:05 PM
New ZealandDriver airlifted to hospital in serious condition after logging truck rolls in South OtagoThe logging truck rolled on Coe Rd near Stony Creek just after 11am.01 Dec 01:27 AM
Manufacturing$50m Tiwai plan to process toxic smelter waste on siteConstruction is set to start in the second quarter of 2026, creating 26 jobs.01 Dec 12:12 AM
AucklandYoung woman missing from Auckland formally identified, death referred to coronerPolice say the death of 25-year-old Te Anihana Pomana is before the coroner.30 Nov 11:33 PM
New ZealandTeen vaping in year 10 halves after ‘peak vape’ high, survey findsRegular teen vaping has halved since 2021, now at about 10% of students.30 Nov 09:09 PM
ChristchurchOne dead after serious crash near Dunedin Emergency services were called to Lamb Hill Rd about 7pm.30 Nov 08:32 PM
New ZealandThe public hospital doctor owed $1.27m in annual leaveUnion says it was often hard for doctors in small or stretched services to take time off.30 Nov 08:26 PM
New Zealand‘A terrible accident’: Coroner releases findings into Dunedin hunter’s deathKate Aynsley's rifle discharged as she slipped on steep, wet ground near Beaumont.30 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandLotto winnings: 17 players share $264k haul as Powerball climbs to $10mEach winning ticket player pockets $15,522. 29 Nov 08:18 PM
New ZealandAir NZ expects grounded A320 fleet back in service by this eveningThe airline aims to have all affected planes updated today after global software fault.29 Nov 07:29 PM
TravelSmall-town secrets: Your insider’s guide to Central OtagoFrom Clyde to Cromwell, locals share their favourite hidden gems.29 Nov 07:12 PM
Travel newsWhere to find Auckland’s most joyful ways to kick off the holiday seasonThe best Auckland summer events this December.29 Nov 04:06 PM
New Zealand'It's safe to fly': CAA assures air passengers after global software fault chaosThe Civil Aviation Authority released a statement after a day of delays and disruption. 28 Nov 11:19 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyGovt orders mining royalty shakeup as decades-old discounts bite Crown takeNearly half of new mining permits since 2013 still use 1996 royalty rates.28 Nov 04:00 PM
Business'National treasure': $50m plan to revive Waiwera hot pools unveiledDevelopers aim to reopen the now-levelled 1.6ha site by late 2027.28 Nov 05:39 AM
PremiumPremiumWarriorsInside Luke Metcalf's decision to stay with the WarriorsBeing on the inside, the halfback believes in the potential of the Warriors squad.28 Nov 01:01 AM
New ZealandGunshots, pig carcass, roadblocks, a missing cat: Police probe a village on edgePolice investigating at remote village that has a long history of disputes. 27 Nov 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Fire is contained': Aerial, ground crews return to South Island hotspotsMore than a dozen crews and helicopters will continue to tackle fires near Palmerston.27 Nov 06:14 PM
Sport‘Fighting for his survival’: CEO caught in NZ Cricket power struggleA leaked Lesley Murdoch email warned the NZ Cricket board was gridlocked.27 Nov 05:32 AM
New ZealandFires contained after high winds fan multiple South Island blazesThe Goodwood fire has burnt 25 hectares of pine forest.27 Nov 03:51 AM
New ZealandRescue helicopter sent after Wakatipu HS student injured at remote school campThe camp is held deep in the Rees Valley, two hours from Queenstown.27 Nov 12:26 AM
New ZealandStudent rapist’s appeal bid over Dunedin hall attack thrown outJudges said his seven-year starting point properly reflected the case facts.26 Nov 10:55 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain warnings as South Island braces for severe conditionsUp to 230mm of rain is forecast for Westland and the Canterbury headwaters.26 Nov 04:00 PM
AucklandWaiuku blaze wipes out beloved grandfather's lifetime of work 'in a matter of minutes’The fire destroyed Christmas gifts he'd been handcrafting for his grandchildren.26 Nov 05:00 AM
Christchurch ‘A loving father and husband': Tributes flow for Wānaka mountain guide who died on Aoraki Mt CookThomas Vialletet died alongside an American client while trying to ascend the mountain.26 Nov 02:55 AM
ChristchurchAoraki Mt Cook tragedy: Bodies of two fallen climbers, including US visitor, recovered Thomas Vialletet died alongside the American client while trying to ascend the mountain.25 Nov 08:13 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAll Blacks player ratings for 2025: Every performance assessedWho was the best-performing All Black in 2025?25 Nov 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesOrchid Air: Emirates says trade in premium exports blooming with UAE trade dealCrayfish, lamb, cherries and orchids are now key exports bound for Dubai.25 Nov 04:00 PM
