OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Busting dairy's ‘tonne of nitrogen’ mythOPINION: It's time to rethink assumptions about dairy cows and NZ's groundwater quality.12 Jan 10:38 PM
EntertainmentBret McKenzie hits the road solo ahead of rumoured Flight of the Conchords reunionThe comedian and singer promises a variety of on-stage antics for his NZ tour dates.12 Jan 09:23 PM
New ZealandSouthland man accused of war veteran plaque theft keeps name secret for nowPolice allege nine plaques worth $5000 were taken over four weeks in 2023.12 Jan 08:56 PM
Christchurch‘Ungodly, heavy smell’: Bottles flushed down toilets blamed for closure of popular swimming spotCouncil teams have shut carpark, toilets and tracks while repairs are done.12 Jan 07:53 PM
TravelHow one train captures the South Island’s spirit in just five hoursThe TranzAlpine crosses the South Island from Christchurch to Greymouth.12 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: It's important locals support independent supermarketsOPINION: Competition is healthy, and smaller operators offer shoppers an alternative. 12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWet change coming: Low-pressure system on way after scorching spellA heavy rain warning could be issued for Thursday across Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough.12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFirearms Safety Authority boss to retire after IPCA criticism over McSkimming caseAngela Brazier will step down as Firearms Safety Authority boss in April.12 Jan 05:59 AM
PremiumPremiumTennisKiwi wildcard defies massive ranking disparity to push world No 49 at ASB ClassicRanked more than 650 places lower, James Watt had break chances in both sets.12 Jan 04:43 AM
New ZealandQueenstown wetland wildlife at risk as cats caught huntingWhakatipu Wildlife Trust stated that trail cameras detected 44 cats over three weeks.12 Jan 02:59 AM
New ZealandPolice seek wedding guest after assault outside historic Arrowtown pubImages of the suspect have been released and police are appealing for help.12 Jan 01:09 AM
New Zealand'Who would tell their kids they were dying?': Friend of Nicola Flint speaks out on NZ mum’s cancer liesPolice say forged medical files and fraud netted Flint more than $180,000.12 Jan 01:07 AM
New ZealandBluebridge ferry to recommence sailing after days of disruptionSix sailings were cancelled over the weekend, with next bookings nearly two weeks away. 12 Jan 12:34 AM
New Zealand25-year-old named as swimmer missing in Waikato River searchA police dive squad is re-entering the Waikato River today to search again.12 Jan 12:05 AM
New Zealand'Definite increase': The rise of 3D-printed firearmsPolice say 3D guns are being printed in houses and garages throughout New Zealand.11 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandBody found after man fails to return from swim in Rotorua lakeThe death comes amid multiple weekend water tragedies across New Zealand.11 Jan 10:42 PM
SportSport NZ boss to reapply for roleRaelene Castle's contract has run its course, so she must reapply to stay in the role.11 Jan 10:39 PM
New ZealandFire crews battle 300m blaze near Nelson beach, cafe on standby to evacuate Fire and Emergency NZ crews from Nelson, Stoke, Appleby and Tāhunanui responded.11 Jan 10:37 PM
Super RugbyAll Blacks prospect suffers ACL injury, to miss Super Rugby Pacific seasonHalfback Dylan Pledger has been ruled out for 12 months after suffering a training injury.11 Jan 10:05 PM
New ZealandPopular Queenstown tourist bridge closed indefinitely after serious structural failures foundCouncillors will decide the bridge's future during the next annual plan.11 Jan 09:46 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'Aggressive' overtaking driver almost causes head-on crash - then flips the birdThe frightening display was clearly captured on a bus driver's dashcam.11 Jan 08:58 PM
New ZealandHomes evacuated amid North Island forest fires as temps across NZ remain high Many centres in the North Island were pushed towards heat records on Sunday.11 Jan 06:05 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSearch our map: Swathes of NZ land bought by Ikea for forestryIkea's NZ land holdings will soon be the size of the entire Nelson region. See it mapped.11 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHigh temperatures to persist across NZ on Monday with some showersMany centres in the North Island were pushed towards heat records today.11 Jan 08:58 AM
New ZealandNZ swelters as North Island cities top 36C, roads blocked in South Island as wild winds fell treesMultiple heat alerts in place today across the country, posing an 'extreme' fire risk.11 Jan 06:14 AM
New Zealand'We just couldn’t get out of the shop': Sea lion strolls into Dunedin fish and chip shop, trapping staffThe sea lion wandered in from nearby St Kilda Beach at about 6pm.11 Jan 04:36 AM
Tennis'I went out with a fight': Rising Filipino star reflects on ASB Classic run and local support'It really made the week. It’s different when you have a lot of support on your back.'11 Jan 03:43 AM
New ZealandDeadly day on the water sparks urgent summer safety warningTwo people died in separate water incidents across New Zealand yesterday.11 Jan 01:19 AM
TravelA former tobacco factory has been reborn as one of Sydney’s most stylish staysBuilt in 1876, the Porter House Hotel blends sleek modern luxury into heritage sandstone. 10 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandTwo lucky Lotto players split $1m - where the winning tickets were soldThe Powerball jackpot now climbs to $10m, with Strike Four increasing to $1m.10 Jan 08:54 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesThe next era of flight: Ultra-long routes, robots and the race to net zeroYou might be flying Auckland to London direct on a hybrid stealth-style airliner.10 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandSearch for missing swimmer continues after deadly day in waterThe swimmer was seen struggling in the Waikato River near Graham Island.10 Jan 07:02 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment‘Once in a lifetime’: Tom Hiddleston on filming Sir Ed Hillary epic in NZThe acclaimed actor went from high-stakes espionage to mountaineering feats.10 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandRescuers scramble to incident at Piha Beach after day of water tragediesAt least two people are dead, one missing and another critically injured across NZ.10 Jan 09:08 AM
