New ZealandTaupo shooting: Jury begins deliberations to resume FridayJustice Sarah Katz sent the jury out to begin their deliberations at 4.15pm.16 Aug 05:13 AM
New ZealandTaupo shooting: 'Low-level plan to shake the money tree'; lawyerDefence for two accused will issue their closing statements, before the judge sums up.15 Aug 08:17 PM
New ZealandTuroa ski field lift out of action for rest of season"I'm really sorry to say the news is not good."15 Aug 08:51 AM
New ZealandTaupo killing - Firing of fatal shot an 'accident': DefenceThe crown and defence are issuing their closing statements in the Taupo murder trial.14 Aug 07:53 PM
New ZealandTaupō building evacuated due to crack venting steamA building in a Taupō industrial area has been evacuated due to a crack venting steam.14 Aug 01:12 AM
New ZealandTaupō sinkhole repairs could take weeksTaupō District Council said engineers had been on site to assess the area.13 Aug 10:45 PM
New Zealand'I think he's killed him' - murder accused to witnessA woman who travelled with the men before and after the shooting has given evidence.13 Aug 02:07 AM
New ZealandTeens discover 6m deep sinkhole on suburban streetThe sinkhole took out a grass berm, part of a fence and half a lane.12 Aug 12:49 AM
New ZealandSwap old Lotto tickets for movie passSwap your old Lotto tickets and watch Kiwi classics for free.10 Aug 05:00 PM
BusinessFarming company fined after Reporoa stream was 'flowing green with effluent'Bella Ridge Farms Limited convicted and fined after a Reporoa stream contaminated.10 Aug 12:10 AM
New ZealandNgāti Rangi settlement bill passes first readingNegotiations over iwi claims within Tongariro National Park are yet to begin.09 Aug 11:30 PM
New ZealandWoman critical after Turangi crashA woman has been airlifted to hospital in a critical condition.09 Aug 09:41 PM
New ZealandTaupo shooting: Son got home to find dad dying on doorstepA juror has been dismissed after constantly nodding off during the trial.07 Aug 11:25 PM
New ZealandBent over: Photos reveal Ruapehu avalanche damageA chairlift was left close to toppling over, bent by the force of the snow.07 Aug 01:10 AM
New ZealandPartner breaks down in tears as she testifies how drug dealer Scott Henry shot deadScott Henry's partner has recalled the moment he was shot down at his home.06 Aug 11:29 PM
New ZealandTaupo murder trial to begin TuesdayThe jury has been selected but the trial will begin tomorrow.05 Aug 11:34 PM
New ZealandRuapehu avalanche risk high for back country travellersAvalanche at Tūroa ski field damages High Noon Express chairlift.05 Aug 09:25 PM
New ZealandMan dies in two-vehicle collision on State Highway 1 near TurangiTwo cars have collided at the bridge on State Highway 1 North of Turangi.05 Aug 08:22 PM
New ZealandMan dies in two-car crash near TurangiAn elderly man has died in a two-car crash near Lake Taupo.05 Aug 07:21 PM
New ZealandMan claims Highway 61 gang link in Mona Blades caseA man says he has information about the Mona Blades case which links to an Auckland gang.03 Aug 10:24 PM
New ZealandTwo multiple-car crashes in Waikato in two hoursTwo serious crashes are blocking two sections of road in Waikato.02 Aug 01:53 AM
New ZealandFreedom camping site at Taupō stoppedSite near Taupō Airport could have hosted 75 vehicles and up to 150 people.01 Aug 08:00 PM
New ZealandClosures and childcare during strike is up to school boardsSome schools will be forced to close for the day during the strike.31 Jul 08:15 PM
New ZealandPrimary school teachers vote for full day strikeTeachers have voted to walk off the job in a fortnight's time.31 Jul 05:43 PM
New ZealandMt Ruapehu bus had history of failed inspectionsRed flags raised over safety of Mt Ruapehu bus in which Hannah Francis was killed.31 Jul 05:29 AM
TravelLake Taupo trout: The ones that get awayShandelle Battersby falls for the pleasures of chasing trout on Lake Taupo.31 Jul 12:40 AM
New ZealandBus taken to Whanganui to be examinedBus company says driver "really shaken up" from traumatic crash30 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Our hearts are broken': Parents pay tribute to girl who died in Tūroa bus crashHannah Francis was a beautiful, much-loved daughter, her parents say.30 Jul 05:25 AM
New ZealandMore medical staff than needed at Tūroa bus crash sceneA number of medical and ski patrol staff who were on the mountain provided extra help.30 Jul 04:20 AM
New ZealandMona Blades investigation: Startling new revelationThe Mona Blades case has taken a dramatic twist.29 Jul 10:21 PM
New ZealandMt Ruapehu bus crash: Driver discharged from hospitalIt is still unclear what the cause of the crash was.29 Jul 08:34 PM
New ZealandBus crash survivor's chilling account: 'We are going to die'The passenger and their brother were both hurt in the crash that occurred on Saturday.29 Jul 08:13 AM
New Zealand'People had blood coming from their heads': One dead, 18 hurt in Ohakune ski bus crashPolice rushed to the scene just after 2.30pm on Saturday.28 Jul 10:26 AM
New ZealandWoman critically injured after bus rolls on Mt RuapehuThirty-one people were reportedly onboard the vehicle.28 Jul 02:58 AM
