New ZealandTruck driver impaled by canoeA witness to the accident in which a truck driver was impaled by a canoe says it was "swinging out on to the oncoming lane like a jousting pole".23 Sep 04:54 AM
New ZealandLab workers' suspension 'intimidation', union saysThe suspension of 15 striking laboratory workers in the North Island this morning was an attempt to intimidate them, their union says. 19 Sep 11:22 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Auckland claim bonus point winAuckland scored 32 unanswered second half points to down Manawatu 32-6 in their ITM Cup match in Palmerston North tonight.17 Sep 09:30 AM
Sport Motorsport: Hartley to race in GP2 at MonzaBrendon Hartley will race with Italian team Coloni Motorsport in the final two rounds of the GP2 series, which is regarded as the strongest Formula One feeder category. 08 Sep 08:46 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain forces road closures in North IslandSlips and surface flooding are causing havoc for motorists in the lower North Island as heavy rain and gale force winds sweep the region.06 Sep 06:59 AM
EntertainmentGin's the bossAfter a year of rock'n'roll adventures in the USA, Gin Wigmore returns to stake her claim in this year's New Zealand Music Awards and play a national tour. She talks to Scott Kara.01 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandElderly man killed by runaway truckA runaway truck rolled down a hill and fatally pinned a 62-year-old against another truck in a tragedy that has shocked a small community.28 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandIPCA clears police over motorcyclist's death during pursuitPolice have been cleared of any wrongdoing over the death of a 22-year-old motorcyclist after a pursuit last year, the IPCA has found.27 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandRenewed calls to bring SAS homeThe Green Party wants to bring our most elite troops home from Afghanistan following reports of links to the torture of prisoners.15 Aug 02:50 AM
New ZealandEmotional farewell for slain soldierIn a warehouse packed with dignitaries and military officers, mourners today heard how NZ had lost a fine young leader, 28-year-old Lieutenant Tim O'Donnell.11 Aug 02:49 AM
New ZealandLast respects paid to slain NZ soldierThe death of Lieutenant Tim O'Donnell in Afghanistan was a tragedy on a number of levels, the Governor-General told the slain soldier's military funeral today.11 Aug 01:30 AM
New ZealandSlain soldier's final farewellLieutenant Tim O'Donnell was described as a striking example of a young man with positive and irrepressible energy at his funeral today.11 Aug 12:31 AM
New ZealandEarthquake hits Palmerston NorthAn earthquake has been felt in Palmerston North and other parts of the Manawatu as well as in northern Wairarapa and southern Hawkes Bay.08 Aug 02:44 AM
New ZealandMan in hospital after police pursuitAn unlicensed driver has been taken to hospital after a police pursuit in Palmerston North this morning ended with a vehicle slamming into a truck.23 Jul 11:49 PM
