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 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'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
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
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
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 ZealandThe 17-year-old Queenstown rodeo star off to the USZoe Johnston and 4 other Kiwis will compete at the US high school rodeo finals in July. 11 Jun 04:27 AM
New ZealandWellington leads in income, South Island shines in low unemploymentWellington now ranks high in housing affordability due to falling prices.09 Jun 09:01 PM
New ZealandPedestrian seriously injured on SH8 in OtagoThe accident was on State Highway 8, near Roxburgh.09 Jun 08:59 AM
New ZealandLotto's detective work tracks down $500k prize winner after ticket lostThe ticket was purchased last June at an Auckland supermarket. 09 Jun 03:07 AM
LiveNew ZealandAucklanders wake to thunderstorms, 5000 lightning strikes overnightResidents will be inspecting their properties for damage.08 Jun 08:07 PM
New Zealand'Coldest nights': NZ braces for another bone-chilling night as cold snap continuesMetService has issued road snowfall warnings for Porters Pass and the Crown Range Rd.08 Jun 06:05 AM
TravelWhere top NZ chefs go for the best winter dining spots From Sam Low to Simon Levy, NZ’s top foodies and chefs share their favourite winter spots.08 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandPolar blast: Coldest morning of year for many KiwisAuckland, Wellington and Christchurch all had their iciest mornings for 2025.07 Jun 09:14 PM
New ZealandFrosts for Auckland? MetService predicts sub-zero temps for next couple of daysTemperatures are set to fall as low as -7C in some parts of the country.07 Jun 07:36 AM
New ZealandSwells reach 10m at Wellington Harbour entrance as polar blast hitsThere's also been nearly a metre of snow at Mt Hutt, and fire crews rescuing motorists.07 Jun 03:33 AM
New ZealandOn the Up: South Island charity touch rugby festival champions mental healthThe festival is taking place in six cities simultaneously on October 10.06 Jun 01:44 AM
Lifestyle'Extraordinary honour': NZ restaurant named in world’s top 100It's the first time a NZ restaurant has been recognised on the global list.06 Jun 12:09 AM
New ZealandInter-island ferry sailings cancelled; heavy snow looms for South Island ahead of cold snapBoth the Interislander and Bluebridge ferry services have cancelled Cook Strait sailings.05 Jun 10:50 PM
New ZealandBalancing the books: Gisborne councillors debate fairness of new water regulation levyCouncillors opted to absorb costs from the existing water services budget.05 Jun 05:00 PM
LiveNew ZealandHundreds without power across North Island, road snowfall warnings in South IslandMeanwhile, Fire and Emergency were called to 60 incidents in the upper north. 04 Jun 10:01 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Batley Burton accidentally hit by husband's car, Spencer family's winery; new rich-list couple Plus, Sally Ridge's latest reno project.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandThunderstorm warnings across top half of North Island as heavy rain lashes AklWarnings of localised flooding, severe gales, waves reaching 6.5 metres and snow.04 Jun 09:07 AM
New ZealandBus carrying 17 people rolls in Southland, SH97 closedThe road is shut and emergency crews are redirecting traffic.04 Jun 05:01 AM
New ZealandPolice seek victim of random assault at Queenstown taxi rankThe victim was looking at his phone near the Cookie Time shop at the time of the incident.04 Jun 03:54 AM
BusinessAir NZ announces Christchurch-Adelaide service after getting planes out of ‘the sin bin’New Airbus A321s and leased engines allowing for more flights, CEO says.03 Jun 04:55 AM
New Zealand'Cold air rushing in': Wintry blast to lash NZ, bringing snow, rain and strong windsStrong wind watches are in place for Auckland, Northland and Bay of Plenty.03 Jun 04:53 AM
Travel'Best of both worlds': NZ cities top global sleep tourism rankingsWhat is sleep tourism exactly?02 Jun 07:00 PM
LifestyleQueenstown man runs length of Japan to support Palestinians'I love this stuff and I’m lucky to enjoy the pain a little bit.'01 Jun 12:24 AM
TravelThis NZ skifield is now the biggest in the countryA development has nudged this field ahead of Whakapapa and Tūroa. 31 May 07:00 PM
EntertainmentBrad Pitt stars in rugged NZ photoshoot for top magazineThe A-list Hollywood actor was photographed in Glenorchy for GQ’s cover shoot.29 May 07:18 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Rich Lister’s milestone year; Kiwi Bondi Rescue star’s move to real estate; model and entrepreneur’s very modern familyRicardo Simich has the latest society news.28 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbySt Kentigern edge Grammar; Nelson fall; Lindisfarne strike formSt Kentigern have continued their winning start to the season.26 May 05:31 AM
