TennisASB Classic: Rising Filipino star's family standards and her 'big no-no' on courtThe 20-year-old world No 50 is chasing her first WTA tour final in Auckland.09 Jan 05:16 AM
MotorsportFrom gravel to grid: Rovanpera uses Oceania series to chase Super Formula dreamThe 25-year-old Finn became the youngest two-time WRC champion in 2023.09 Jan 04:50 AM
New Zealand'Great white whale': Gary McCormick's naked spa tale of his mate Tim ShadboltThe longtime friends first met in a police cell.08 Jan 09:18 PM
New ZealandHeli-golf, Aston Martin tours: How Queenstown is courting ultra-wealthy visitorsOne visiting American family spent more than $400,000 on extras during a stay.08 Jan 06:04 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderAll Blacks' biggest critic retires: Stephen Jones’ online farewell turns ugly; TVNZ's new Chase, Love Island dealModerators remove UK rugby writer's barbed responses; NBR lines up IRD in paywall scrap.08 Jan 05:08 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyHow schoolboy Craig 'Postie' Innes turned First XV freedom into a pro rugby careerInnes now lives in Hawke's Bay, working as a rugby agent and school supporter.08 Jan 04:01 PM
New ZealandDoC investigates 'illegal' New Year party near WānakaDoC says between 50 and 100 campers set up on the Newcastle Track site.08 Jan 04:00 AM
PoliticsStudent radical, TV star and NZ's longest-serving mayor: Sir Tim Shadbolt dies at 78Arrested 33 times as a student, he went on to have distinguished career in local politics.08 Jan 03:52 AM
TennisSports minister demands answers after fans told to hide Croatia shirts at ASB ClassicMark Mitchell is asking for answers after a fan's bad experience at the ASB Classic.08 Jan 12:46 AM
New ZealandPerson in serious condition after incident at Dunedin beachEmergency services were called to the St Clair Esplanade just before 11am.07 Jan 11:15 PM
New Zealand2025 climate summary: Hottest places around NZ revealedFour of the five warmest years have occurred since 2021 as the climate heats.07 Jan 10:49 PM
New Zealand'Tragic outcome': Young tramper mourned by community after body found near Lake ŌhauConnor Purvis, 20, was found after a nearly week long search near Mt Huxley.07 Jan 10:37 PM
New ZealandElderly Wānaka man who died after being trapped under vehicle at home is named Police say David Simmers, 85, was unable to be revived.07 Jan 08:38 PM
AucklandSeventh road death of 2026 after rural crash north of AucklandThe crash closed Pine Valley Rd for several hours yesterday and left one other injured.07 Jan 07:25 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBen FrancisBen Francis: The six players who could become All Blacks centurions OPINION: Which players could join the 15 others to have played 100 tests for New Zealand?07 Jan 04:01 PM
New Zealand‘Hero driver’ praised for helping return missing dogs after vehicle theftPolice say the driver became suspicious of a man he gave a lift to and rang officers.07 Jan 08:21 AM
Tennis'Go to Kmart and buy a shirt': Fans ordered to hide Croatian colours at ASB ClassicJoseph Erceg said security told him his shirt was 'too controversial and political'.07 Jan 03:02 AM
New ZealandCourt rejects climate protester’s hand-drawn $50 note featuring Shane JonesThe note shows Jones, a vulture and the Beehive in place of the images on the legal note.07 Jan 02:48 AM
New ZealandTragic end in search for missing tramper, body foundA large-scale search has been underway for Connor Purvis, who planned to climb Mt Huxley. 07 Jan 01:50 AM
New ZealandElderly man dies after being crushed by car at Wānaka homeThe victim lived alone at the Roche St property for many years.06 Jan 02:30 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandResidents fear 'Trojan horse' development over film studio plans near QueenstownProposed Ayrburn Screen Hub is being considered under the fast-track approvals process.06 Jan 01:33 AM
New ZealandDrones, helicopters and specialist crews at work in week-long hunt for tramperConnor Purvis, 20, set out to tramp alone about December 30 and did not return.05 Jan 11:21 PM
New Zealand‘Persistent and increasing’: Drug cartels zero in on Tauranga port supply chainCocaine and meth seizures at Tauranga port topped almost $1 billion in under four years.05 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty‘Cautiously optimistic’: Property prices tipped to increase 5% in 2026Prices are still 17.6% below the early 2022 peak, with Auckland notably weak.05 Jan 04:01 PM
Wellington'Disbelief': Festival shuttle no show leaves customers $800 shortJosh has laid a complaint with police after the taxi company's alleged 'deception'.05 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessThree Kiwi start-ups to watch as they chase big 2026 growth plansFrom cultivated meat to hydrofoiling e-boats to rewarding staff.05 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAuckland'Planning by firing squad': The Auckland suburbs facing three-storey housingFifteen-storey blocks will be allowed in 22 areas near CBD and transport hubs.05 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandPerson dies after being crushed by car in WānakaEmergency services were called to Roche Street about 10.45am.05 Jan 12:22 AM
New Zealand'In for a warm week': Golden spell set to push regions higher than 30C By week's end some parts of the country will reach a scorching 34C.04 Jan 11:20 PM
New ZealandBeloved pets caught up in stolen ute ‘dognapping’ dramaThe dogs, Nala and Jock, were found safe after two days missing.04 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandLarge-scale search for missing 20-year-old tramper resumesConnor Purvis, 20, planned to summit Mt Huxley around December 30.04 Jan 08:38 PM
TravelNZ’s ultimate winter destination that isn’t QueenstownFrom quiet ski fields to relaxing hot springs, this spot has it all. 04 Jan 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyFrom CRL to Costco: The mega projects that will change 2026’s skylineTe Waihorotiu Station and the CRL promise to transform central Auckland travel.04 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice issue urgent appeal in large-scale search for missing 20-year-old tramperConnor Purvis, 20, planned to summit Mt Huxley around December 30.04 Jan 08:46 AM