New ZealandTaupō businessman to face trial on rape, bribery chargesThe man is one of three accused of trying to bribe the complainant.09 Jun 11:00 PM
New Zealand'We want to stay': Deane pitches China cabin idea but homeless reluctant to leave CBDTiny Deane wants to import cabins from China to house the homeless.09 Jun 09:40 PM
New ZealandKiwis demand harsher penalties for drink-drivers, survey showsFifty-nine per cent want heavier fines for drunk and disorderly behaviour.09 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldOpinion: Democrats face growing tension over trans athletes in sportsDemocrats urge a rethink on trans issues, focusing on women's sports.09 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Hand-up': Boarding fee boost eases isolation for rural studentsSecondary students from remote areas can receive up to $6300 from the Government.08 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBruce CotterillBruce Cotterill: How a simple vision could transform NZVision statements need to be aspirational but achievable.06 Jun 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEducation‘The lost boys’: How to stop our young men falling behind at schoolA collaboration of boys' schools aims to improve outcomes for young men.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandFunding to help Fordlands thriveUp to 145 youths join free sports activities every Monday at Bellingham Crescent.06 Jun 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Govt's $140m school attendance initiative overlooks NZ's missing children crisisOPINION: Community-based initiatives could be used to get these children back on track.03 Jun 05:00 PM
Kahu'Silence by Māori': Shane Jones calls out Ngāpuhi leaders after child's deathA hikoi down Kaikohe’s main street is planned for today at 10am to pay tribute to Catalya01 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandGovt crackdown on Kāinga Ora tenants sees 63 terminated, 600% rise in warningsComplaint response times drop from 60 days to less than 12.01 Jun 02:43 AM
New Zealand'No evidence yet': Scrutiny over charter schools' reporting requirementsThe Government allocated $153m to reintroduce charter schools over four years.29 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Traumatic' tenancy: Landlord accused of 'inhumane and degrading' conditionsThe tribunal ordered the Ranolf Trust to pay over $6000 to the tenant.26 May 07:35 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: This was the 'buy your ticket to Australia' BudgetOPINION: Growth is expected to slow in 2026, as unemployment stays high.24 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Very uncomfortable': Cops called after man approaches teen on beach to take photosPolice discussed acceptable behaviour with the man after the incident.23 May 12:37 AM
New ZealandNearly 9000 teens to lose welfare if parents can support them under new testA 'parental assistance test' will be introduced for single 18- and 19-year-olds in 2027.22 May 04:34 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHospital EDs are sending up to 25 patients a day to private care with vouchersSome patients said they had used the voucher system to get a free check-up. 21 May 02:26 AM
New Zealand'Challenging times': Social workers see spike in meth, mental health issues'We’re trying ... but at times it feels like we are chasing our tails.'21 May 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSurgeons protest ‘harsh’ assessment process, accuse advocates of intimidation A mesh harm advocate said she was stunned by the accusations. 17 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandVehicle dwellers spark tension at beachside community Residents claim vehicle dwellers make the Onerahi foreshore unsafe.16 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandAndy Coster talks about the new social investment fundSocial Investment Agency boss Andy Coster has responsibility for a new $190 million fund to tackle social problems. Video / NZ HeraldWatch16 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandHigh-risk cancer patients affected by halt on some colonoscopiesMidCentral has outsourced up to 200 colonoscopies to the private sector to clear backlog.14 May 08:30 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKiwis need to learn to trust charitiesOPINION: Charities should be free to think big and act boldly, not face unfair scrutiny.13 May 11:37 PM
New ZealandFlagship fundraiser returns as homelessness crisis deepens in AucklandHomelessness in Auckland has surged, with a 53% rise in rough sleepers since September.12 May 07:00 PM
New Zealand'About time': Residents sick of 'boy racers' back Govt plan to toughen lawsMinisters announced the changes in Rotorua on Sunday, alongside Mayor Tania Tapsell.11 May 06:06 PM
New ZealandElderly woman found in Herne Bay identified, family contactedPolice confirmed an elderly woman in Herne Bay has been identified.11 May 05:32 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsSocial media ban for under-16s: A good start, or ineffective, ‘half-baked’ populism?National MP Catherine Wedd has put forward a member’s bill to introduce an age ban.10 May 05:00 PM
BusinessAllbirds predicts turnaround - finally - if lucky break on tariffs holds truePLUS: Waterproof Allbirds - and some "professional" sneakers for the office.09 May 12:23 AM
New ZealandNew Whangārei cafe offers support and services for rough sleepersWhare Āwhina's community cafe is on Cameron St in the former police station. 07 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandAntisemitic hate message graffitied in WellingtonThe Jewish Council said it's seeing a rise in antisemitism in NZ.07 May 12:22 AM
New ZealandTop school shares private details of pupil who complained about now-disgraced teacherThe files included the girl's allegations and a copy of her 'safety plan'.03 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Community needs to buy-in to meth crackdownOPINION: Northland has NZ's highest meth consumption, with 2000mg per day per 1000 people.03 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Raid us': Ngāpuhi leader asks police to crack down as teens smoke meth in main streetNgāpuhi leader Mane Tahere has asked police to crack down hard like they did in Ōpōtiki 02 May 11:53 PM
New ZealandTwo 12-year-olds referred to Youth Aid over tyre-slashing spreeTyres were stabbed on several vehicles in the Rotorua CBD. 30 Apr 10:55 PM
