Crime'I'm here to kill you': Man jailed for trying to decapitate dad with axeFrank Harris said he lost control of his body and was sorry he tried to kill his father.26 Nov 04:00 AM
Golf'You'll always be our hero': Cop dies days after major golfing milestoneThe ex-national clan lab manager is being remembered as 'the best husband and father'.26 Nov 04:00 AM
Christchurch ‘A loving father and husband': Tributes flow for Wānaka mountain guide who died on Aoraki Mt CookThomas Vialletet died alongside an American client while trying to ascend the mountain.26 Nov 02:55 AM
New ZealandMan charged with dangerous driving causing death of popular postie on his last day of workThe man has been granted interim name suppression and is due in court again next month. 26 Nov 02:41 AM
ChristchurchDriver freed after car smashes into Christchurch homeEmergency crews from Wigram and Spreydon cut free the trapped driver.26 Nov 01:15 AM
All WhitesKiwi sporting royalty connect in New YorkRyan Nelsen and Andrew Pragnell met Brooklyn Nets boss Sean Marks while in New York.25 Nov 11:08 PM
ChristchurchWatch: Remarkable moment pod of Hector's dolphins seen assisting mother and her calf The all-female pod was supporting and protecting the new mum and her calf.25 Nov 11:02 PM
New Zealand'Get drunk and party': Chef sacked after assaults on teenage staff revealed in courtLazeez Mediterranean Grill confirmed Sumeer Thapa was fired after sentencing.25 Nov 10:17 PM
ChristchurchNZ’s largest indoor sport and aquatics facility to open in DecemberThe $300m Parakiore complex sits on Moorhouse Ave in central Christchurch.25 Nov 09:26 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessRuminant Biotech raises $17m for cow pill that will slash methane emissionsGovt is pulling back on methane reduction targets, but founder has a cunning plan.25 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandEast coast prepares for 30C days, bringing 'dangerous' UV risk for partsSunny skies may turn to rain after lunch. The central North Island may get thunderstorms.25 Nov 08:18 PM
ChristchurchAoraki Mt Cook tragedy: Bodies of two fallen climbers, including US visitor, recovered Thomas Vialletet died alongside the American client while trying to ascend the mountain.25 Nov 08:13 PM
New ZealandSouth Island news wrap: Double Tragedy on Aoraki Mount CookNewstalk ZB South Island News Director Claire Sherwood on the climber and guide who have died on Aoraki Mount Cook.Watch25 Nov 07:10 PM
New ZealandDisgraced surgeon jailed for attempted murder of landlord warned by Parole Board for victim ‘threats’He asked to move back to Canterbury, where his judge partner still lives.25 Nov 06:25 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAll Blacks player ratings for 2025: Every performance assessedWho was the best-performing All Black in 2025?25 Nov 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesOrchid Air: Emirates says trade in premium exports blooming with UAE trade dealCrayfish, lamb, cherries and orchids are now key exports bound for Dubai.25 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMotorcyclist dies after serious crash near AshburtonThe crash happened at the intersection of Hinds Arundel and Gills Rds.25 Nov 06:48 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: The Govt wants to abolish councils, just not the ones you're thinking ofOPINION: The Government's proposal reveals two truths.25 Nov 05:47 AM
New Zealand'Great concerns for her welfare': Police appeal to find 14yo girl missing from Chch Cobra, 14, was last seen leaving her Christchurch school on Monday last week.25 Nov 05:33 AM
New Zealand'Hot days, warm muggy nights': MetService considers issuing heat alerts for NZ centresTimaru will be New Zealand’s hottest centre tomorrow, reaching 30C. 25 Nov 04:52 AM
ChristchurchAshburton man charged over Stewart Island hunting deathJock Davies was on a hunt with his father and brother when he was killed.25 Nov 03:03 AM
ChristchurchRespected guide among two dead after Aoraki Mt Cook tragedyTwo other members of the group were airlifted from the mountain uninjured.25 Nov 02:59 AM
AucklandPolice carry out post-mortem on body found in search for Te Anihana PomanaThe 25-year-old was last seen leaving Auckland’s SkyCity hotel on August 21.25 Nov 02:28 AM
Travel newsDisabled traveller left 'black and blue' after being told to slide down Air NZ plane stairsRachel Adams received an apology and 200 Airpoints Dollars, but says it isn't enough. 25 Nov 02:00 AM
CrimeArsonist who caused millions of dollars in damage refuses to show her face during sentencingMaya Moore told a neighbour 'no one's going to be safe'.25 Nov 02:00 AM
ChristchurchTwo climbers dead after fall near Aoraki Mt Cook summit, night rescue operation revealedThe pair were roped together when they fell near the summit late last night.25 Nov 01:18 AM
New Zealand‘Doesn’t think he did anything wrong’: Chef guilty of assaults on teen staffSumeer Thapa will keep his job as chef at Lazeez Mediterranean Grill in Christchurch.24 Nov 11:27 PM
Sustainable business & financeHow solar could ease NZ’s $42b power pain Power costs have jumped 40% in five years as ageing assets strain the grid.24 Nov 09:54 PM
BusinessJob adverts showing strongest growth in three yearsAuckland's job market is improving, according to the Seek Employment report.24 Nov 08:15 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: Bidders race to land $800m Christchurch prison expansion dealPlans for the expansion include 240 high-security beds in 160 cells.24 Nov 04:00 PM
Travel newsBest Black Friday Travel Deals: Save up to 50% on luxury tripsExplore, sail, and stay with huge Black Friday savings across travel deals.24 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailMocka eyes first physical store in New Zealand despite Ikea's arrivalThe company's first standalone store is targeted to open in the second half of FY26.24 Nov 06:00 AM
WorldFormer Governor-General press secretary at centre of Lloyd's affair scandalLloyd's opened the inquiry after market rumours of historical policy breaches.24 Nov 05:54 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle'Phoebe is like my child': Inside the $25k life of a pampered poochAn Auckland lawyer has spent more than $25,000 in the past two years spoiling her dog.24 Nov 05:00 AM
