New Zealand'Put out the welcome mat': South Island sees surge in North Island migrantsFigures show 85,575 people live in the South Island who lived in the North Island in 2018.19 Jun 07:00 PM
New ZealandThirty-one players win $12k each in Lotto's Second Division drawThe $25 million Powerball prize was not struck and will now roll over to $30 million.19 Jun 07:57 AM
Education'Harmful': Co-ed schools urge NZ Rugby to block exclusive boys’ first XV compForty-three South Island co-ed principals have asked the national body to intervene.18 Jun 11:19 PM
New Zealand42 South Island schools join fight against exclusive rugby competitionFight against stand-alone competition may reach Human Rights Commission.18 Jun 08:08 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Property titan’s luxury car storage club; Eric Watson’s son's MDMA businessPlus, Beauden Barrett's new side hustle. 18 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyBuilding blocks: 59% of construction firms face work order concernsEconomic pressures are the biggest concern for construction sector leaders: BDO report.18 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNumbers revealed for tonight's $25m Powerball jackpotIt's time to check your ticket for the winning numbers.18 Jun 08:23 AM
New ZealandCampervan, bus involved in crash in Tekapo, major road shutCrews from Tekapo, Twizel, and Ōmarama are attending the incident.17 Jun 10:51 PM
BusinessRural vs urban economy: Who's doing 'the hard work' and which regions are booming?ASB has released its Q1 Regional Economic Scoreboard: Food exports make an impact. 17 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMurder victim’s family say she would still be alive if killer’s deadly past was knownElliot Cameron killed his brother in 1975, but the act was suppressed until now.16 Jun 10:52 PM
New ZealandSunshine follows chilly start before wet weather returns for MatarikiOne South Island spot fell into the double figures below zero this morning.16 Jun 10:44 PM
New ZealandNew Zealand braces for potential arrival of deadly H5N1 bird fluIn October 2024, H5N1 was found in king penguins on Crozet and Kerguelen islands.16 Jun 10:18 PM
New ZealandHabitat for Humanity urges law change to unlock more affordable housingAlan Thorp says at the moment, councils are too scared the move isn’t legal.16 Jun 05:55 PM
New Zealand'Reckless and illegal': Professor criticises Israel's surprise attackNZ urges Kiwis to leave Israel amid escalating conflict with Iran.16 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertySouth Island's largest supermarket to open early and under $50mThe store, at 8100sq m, is the largest retail outlet in the South Island.16 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Lots of frost': NZ braces for sub-zero chill, possible 'heavy rain' before MatarikiMuch of the South Island is set to plunge below 0C tonight and tomorrow.16 Jun 08:21 AM
New Zealand50-year secret unveiled: Gardener who murdered pensioner had killed beforeElliot Cameron killed his brother in 1975, but his past was suppressed until now.16 Jun 05:01 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWhy Rotorua's First XV victory over Hamilton is one for the agesKing's College celebrated a 23-17 victory over Auckland Grammar, securing the Cooper-Greenbank Cup.16 Jun 05:01 AM
New ZealandWhy disposable vapes will vanish from stores this weekRetailers can’t display vape products in stores or online.16 Jun 01:38 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Why Govt spending on tourism is great news for Kiwis wanting to leaveOPINION: Louise Upston champions a $35m tourism package to boost growth.15 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil GiffordPhil Gifford: Key factors to decide the Crusaders-Chiefs showdownOPINION: The Crusaders haven't lost a home playoff, so don't bet against them now.15 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Shambles': Coroner slams police probe, calls for fresh inquiry into Gore 3yo’s deathThe coroner blasted police for their initial investigation into Lachie Jones' death.13 Jun 05:14 AM
New ZealandNew Magpies assistant coach sought to replace Bryn EvansBryn Evans began helping to coach the Magpies soon after the end of his playing career.13 Jun 04:37 AM
New ZealandPolice seize arsenal of almost 500 firearms from Gore propertyOnly six of the firearms were registered in the man’s name.13 Jun 01:29 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesIndian aviation’s close connection with NZ and student pilotsHundreds of student pilots will need support after the crash, aviation leader says.13 Jun 12:11 AM
New ZealandLachie Jones: Coroner to deliver findings six years on from toddler's deathThe coroner's findings are to be released in Invercargill today. 12 Jun 10:59 PM
New Zealand'We still have that risk': Thunderstorm chance remains in north, skifields to open in south The wet weather has also caused a mudslide that's blocking a North Island highway. 12 Jun 10:19 PM
TravelThe best cosy cabins in New Zealand for a winter getawayThere’s no better time to go off-grid than in the midst of a New Zealand winter.12 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbyHow a new stadium could affect Crusaders' perfect playoff recordThe Crusaders have won all 30 home playoff games they have been involved in since 1998.12 Jun 05:00 PM
RacingAmerican Me eyes comeback win in $20,000 Alexandra Park raceAmerican Me hasn't won since May 2022 but is favoured at Alexandra Park.12 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleFrank: Stories from the South – A Museum in a HouseBruce Mahalski: Animal skulls, flesh-eating beetles and good, honest pessimism.12 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandThunderstorm threat looms over NZ, downpours for the southA heavy rain watch is in place for North Otago until this evening. 11 Jun 10:31 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Chef Al Brown dating businesswoman; Buyers sought to co-own slice of $30m Queenstown hotel Plus, meet the former St Kent's student fulfilling her Ivy League dreams.11 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNumbers drawn for Lotto's $17m Powerball prizeTime to check your tickets to see if you're a winner.11 Jun 08:21 AM
