New ZealandLive: 172 Covid cases ahead of traffic light move; 10 new cases near NelsonEighty-six people are in hospital and nine are in intensive care.01 Dec 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRioting youth admit role in violent escape planYouths have admitted their role in rioting and wilful damage at a youth justice facility.01 Dec 05:11 PM
TravelDelayed Tourism Awards come at perfect time for RotoruaEleven tourism businesses have been honoured at the prestigious Awards.30 Nov 02:21 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Thirty day Diwali draws to a closeFor Monisha Sharma, Diwali is a celebration with lights, candles, fireworks and family.29 Nov 11:08 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHome detention for 'paedophile' church pastorHe was a former church leader, now he's sentenced for sexual offending against children.29 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRevealed: 15 motels in one city paid more than $1m for emergency housingIt coincides with the growing number of people on the housing register.28 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Degraded': Youngest regional councillor speaks out over 'abuse''I made the decision not to re-stand after having a whole lot of abuse'.27 Nov 06:00 PM
New ZealandCovid-19 cases continue to plateau, but new, more infectious virus variant sparks concernMost new cases are still in Auckland, where another person has succumbed to the virus.27 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandKawerau records first Delta caseThe case was one of four announced in the Bay of Plenty today.27 Nov 07:38 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGang members assault Chinese tourists for speaking their own languageMen attacked group at thermal pools because they were speaking a different language.26 Nov 07:00 PM
Kahu'Unacceptable': Councillors blast mayor for Māori ward decision processHowever, another councillor says it's not time to 'quibble'.26 Nov 05:00 AM
KahuHōkia ki ōu whenua kia pūrea ai koe e ngā hau kāinga: Combined efforts aim to improve wellbeingCombined efforts aim to improve wellbeing26 Nov 01:07 AM
KahuHe pūnaha ipurangi Māori hou! A new space for Whakaue PākihiWhakaue Pakihi offers a hand to help traders reach a wider audience.26 Nov 01:07 AM
KahuNgā mahi ā Rongo-mā-Tāne: Lifetime of dedication to growing māra kaiBernie Hornfeck has had a life-long love affair with the kumara.26 Nov 01:07 AM
KahuTe Kete Rokiroki a Whakaotirangi: Kumara super star of cropsGrowing food reconnects us to Papatuanuku, and the kumara is part of the Māori DNA.26 Nov 01:07 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Quackery': Medical centre slammed for promoting alternative Covid first-aid kitBut its lead GP says the practice believes in a 'variety of approaches'.25 Nov 04:10 PM
New ZealandConstable had sex with women he picked up on the beatOfficer resigned before employment investigation was finished.24 Nov 11:02 PM
New ZealandLive: Covid cases continue to spread; Countdown vaccine mandate for staffYesterday's cases were spread across five regions with Auckland recording the most.23 Nov 07:05 PM
New ZealandVaccine verifier app goes live, Govt warns there'll be glitchesBusinesses will be able to download an app that will verify their customers' vax status.22 Nov 11:15 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Desperate act of self-defence' or 'murderous intent'? Murder trial beginsDefendant accused of murdering one man and disfiguring another.22 Nov 08:09 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRotorua woman on money laundering charges found guiltyThe jury has returned its verdict in Paula Toleafoa's three-week money laundering trial.22 Nov 05:09 PM
PremiumPremiumKahu'He was a beautiful soul': Rotorua mourns rugby-loving man of GodA strong man on the rugby field, a gentle man off it.22 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandYoung students 'distraught' after teacher made them slap his hand till it hurtThe disciplinary tribunal censured Anaru Wihapi but let him keep his teaching licence.22 Nov 03:10 AM
New ZealandDid you visit this Tauranga hair salon? You need to self-isolateAuthorities are expected to release more locations of interest today.21 Nov 11:35 PM
KahuFor rangatahi from rangatahi: Vax Vegas campaign launchesVax Vegas is bringing together young Māori influencers to lift vaccination rates.21 Nov 10:50 PM
New ZealandTraffic light system move within days of November 29: PMAfter almost 100 days, Auckland is set to see restrictions eased next week.21 Nov 10:23 PM
PremiumPremiumCrime'Everything went haywire': Top detective reveals career-ending diagnosisWhy Detective Inspector Mark Loper has been forced to bow out early from his career.19 Nov 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFamily of murdered woman speak of the 'massive hole' she left behindDarkie Cable received a sentence of life imprisonment for murdering his partner.19 Nov 04:40 AM
KahuCouncil opts for one Māori ward seat modelTe Tatau o Te Arawa plan appeal as they're 'disappointed and a little bit angry' at move.19 Nov 03:22 AM
New Zealand'Fight of our lives': East Coast iwi asks summer holidaymakers to stay awayThe restrictions aim to 'ensure the safety of our people at home'.19 Nov 02:45 AM
New ZealandRepeat sex offender jailed for almost five yearsCourt hears repeat offender showed a lack of insight in relation to his crimes.19 Nov 01:07 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRotorua money laundering trial: Violent relationship under spotlightDid Paula Toleafoa know she was spending and banking drug money?19 Nov 01:01 AM
New ZealandEastern BOP raids: Drugs and firearms seized, multiple arrestsFive search warrants were executed in multiple Eastern BOP towns.18 Nov 09:12 PM
Kahu'Vote carefully': Te Arawa's plea to the council ahead of voteThe Iwi representative group says it is "concerned and dismayed" at the process.18 Nov 08:28 PM
