New ZealandFlooding closes BoP road, over 100mm of rain recordedAll heavy rain warnings have been lifted for the region, but more rain and hail possible. 03 Jul 10:55 PM
New ZealandPedestrian dead after crash near Feilding The road is closed for a Serious Crash Unit investigation.03 Jul 08:58 PM
New ZealandSingapore firm partners with iwi, transforming game design with $1m investmentHidden's immersive games blend history and storytelling, inspired by Māori traditions.02 Jul 03:37 AM
New Zealand'Makes a lot of sense': Bioeconomy Science Institute's new HQThe decision comes as the science sector overhaul came into effect on Tuesday.02 Jul 02:30 AM
New ZealandWhy this young vet chose a rural life over city clinicsHolly Gardyne has no regrets about moving to a rural practice.01 Jul 11:41 PM
New ZealandNoble false widow spider establishes itself in New ZealandOne of the world’s most invasive arachnids is thriving in urban areas in Aotearoa.01 Jul 11:39 PM
Sport'No hard feelings': Ex-NRL veteran speaks after seizure in 'run it straight' boutThe former Kiwis player was 'immediately concussed' after colliding with his opponent.01 Jul 08:00 PM
New Zealand'I just want to be here': 22yo facing cancer for fifth time seeks treatment in Mexico'I want to see my family grow up, I want my friends, I want to work as a nurse.'01 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandPolice investigating after baby critically injured at Foxton Beach homeThe 6-month-old boy remains in critical condition at Starship Hospital.01 Jul 01:14 AM
New Zealand'Where I needed to be': US high school the right move for Kiwi basketballerElijah Fonotia committed to Harford Community College to advance his basketball career.30 Jun 10:00 PM
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
Sport'Deeply troubling': Kiwi NRL veteran suffers seizure after 'run it straight' KO in DubaiAn injury prevention expert says damage to the brain caused seizure of the arms and legs.29 Jun 05:00 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
PremiumPremiumBusinessAI could add $3.4b to NZ economy – if we can address areas where we lagNew Zealand is behind in some areas, such as AI uptake and skills.24 Jun 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyLost their way: Auckland Grammar fall to Sacred Heart in tough contestChristchurch Boys' High won a thrilling match against St Thomas 61-40.23 Jun 04:25 AM
New Zealand‘Explosions’ ring out over Palmerston North as multiple cars burnFire crews were called to Tremaine Ave at 4am to tackle the blaze.19 Jun 09:44 PM
New ZealandLeague player's preventable death prompts coroner's warning of 'run it straight' trendTere Livingstone died in 2023 after receiving two head knocks while playing league. 18 Jun 11:35 PM
RacingPlatinum Diamond leads strong contender trio in Ōtaki featureLisa Latta's top pick for Ōtaki is Platinum Diamond.18 Jun 06:37 AM
CrimeBaby-killing Mobster loathed being called 'kid killer' in prison, so he murdered againDonovan Duff was already serving a life sentence. He was handed another one today.18 Jun 12:40 AM
RacingBranciforti targets Cambridge race ahead of Polytrack Championship defenceShe'll compete in the Kylie Little Racing 1300 and be ridden by Michael McNab.17 Jun 05:30 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
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
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Abhorrent': Manawatū iwi outraged over secret radioactive waste facilityThe waste includes depleted uranium from redundant radiation devices used to treat cancer.15 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMother questions why we don't have tougher boy racers laws, 12 years after daughter's death in street race'As soon as I opened the door and I saw the police... I fell to the floor. I screamed'15 Jun 05:00 PM
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 ZealandMark Lundy's media silence raises concerns over freedom of speechMark Lundy is banned from speaking to the media or posting on social media.12 Jun 06:49 AM
SportControversial ‘run it straight’ NZ final moved to Dubai, contestants' flights paid forThe final was initially scheduled to take place in Auckland this month.12 Jun 12:03 AM
New ZealandToddler died from 'invisible' head injury after fall at daycareThe boy might have survived if he received prompt treatment, the coroner said.11 Jun 10:06 PM
New ZealandPM's adviser believes farmers will adopt methane-cutting techPM's chief science adviser says farmers will accept change once they see products work.11 Jun 09:45 PM
New ZealandSupermarket disputes woman's claim worker crushed toddler's fingers with trolleyThe mother wrote she wanted to 'jump over and rip your hair out'.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
New Zealand'Delighted': Missing US aviation student found in Palmerston NorthHis last communication with his family had been on June 5.11 Jun 06:35 AM
New ZealandInvestigator says missing US student 'appears to be safe' despite ongoing police searchPrivate investigators say there's no immediate concern for Will's safety.11 Jun 02:25 AM
New ZealandUS student's mum flies to NZ amid 'traumatising' disappearanceWill was last seen in Palmerston North between May 30 and June 1.10 Jun 11:33 PM