PremiumPremiumWellingtonSir Peter Jackson in talks to build long-awaited Wellington movie museumOfficials have confirmed recent discussions with the movie mogul's people about the plan.04 Feb 04:31 AM
New Zealand'Coward's punch': Inmate laughed about ‘pool of blood’ after gang-linked jail attackRomeo Williiams' 10-month jail term is added to an existing aggravated robbery sentence.04 Feb 03:27 AM
New ZealandTop political advocate takes on Ōpihi case as land battle heads to courtThe 26.9ha Ōpihi Block is earmarked for a 240-lot housing development.04 Feb 02:00 AM
ChristchurchAbuse hurled at volunteer firefighters after road closed over rockfall riskRocks and water were seen falling from the Port Hills cliffs near Clifton.04 Feb 01:43 AM
New ZealandSt Kevin’s College pupils stood down as police probe report of serious bullyingPolice are investigating the alleged bullying at the Ōamaru college's hostel.04 Feb 12:39 AM
New Zealand'We were horrified': DoC shock as ducks filmed eating native chicks aliveDoC has euthanised three mallards from Lake Alexandrina to stop copycat attacks.04 Feb 12:28 AM
New ZealandModerate 4.4 magnitude quake shakes central New Zealand About 1500 people had logged reports with GeoNet within minutes of the quake.03 Feb 11:54 PM
TravelIs this the spookiest state in the US?From haunted houses to ghost legends, this state is full of dark delights.03 Feb 11:06 PM
Christchurch‘He had so much more to give’: A military family's heartbreak after 22yo killed in crashConnor Cossey, 22, died in a single-vehicle crash at Rolleston on January 5.03 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandNew charter school aims to boost attendance in WairoaTe Whare Kounga opens in term three with 65 students, rising to 165 by 2027.03 Feb 09:26 PM
New ZealandA Moment In Crime podcast: Special investigation delves into life of alleged cancer fraudsterNicola Flint told friends she was dying of cancer. Police say she never had the disease.03 Feb 09:14 PM
New Zealand'Very unusual': Fears grow for Southland farmer missing for almost a monthLast weekend, police focused intensive searches on his Caesar Rd property.03 Feb 08:54 PM
Agribusiness'Very disappointed': Synlait warns of first-half loss up to $82m, shares slumpUnderlying ebitda is expected to be between break-even and $5m.03 Feb 08:49 PM
New ZealandThieves urged to return Olympic gold medal stolen from rowing great's Christchurch homePolice say the gold medal can be returned anonymously via any station.03 Feb 07:41 PM
BusinessMajor insurer declines new home insurance policies for BlenheimThe insurer cites flood risk in Westport and seismic exposure in Canterbury.03 Feb 06:43 PM
OpinionOpinion: Up The Wahs! What the ABs can learn from the WarriorsMāori and Pasifika ideas of loyalty and reciprocity help fuel 'Up The Wahs'.03 Feb 04:01 PM
New ZealandPolice dog bites contractor amid tense search after deadly Mount Maunganui landslidePolice say the incident is under review to understand how it happened.03 Feb 04:01 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusiness‘Supply hangover’: Bumper crops, US tariffs leave NZ wine industry with a headacheWine consumption in New Zealand is at its lowest level in more than 20 years.03 Feb 04:00 PM
TravelHow to ace a Europe summer with kids and without the crowdsCheck out these three family-friendly spots off the beaten track. 03 Feb 06:10 AM
WorldHow a 13-year-old’s ‘superhuman’ swim turned a family holiday into a rescue epicHe then ran 2km along the beach to reach a phone and call for help.03 Feb 05:15 AM
New ZealandNew drone footage shows submerged catamaran close to shore in Akaroa HarbourExperts warn stranded fuel could harm endangered Hector's dolphins nearby.03 Feb 05:02 AM
New ZealandHow this month’s king tides could reshape coastal flooding in futureRed alert high tides from February 1 to 4 raise coastal flooding risk.03 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandPopular Christchurch zoo euthanises three lions after months of health decline"Today is a very sad day;" Orana Wildlife Park farewells lions with a heavy heart.03 Feb 03:31 AM
New ZealandMore than 40 flights cancelled at Wellington Airport due to fogThick fog has forced the cancellation of 48 flights at Wellington Airport.03 Feb 03:06 AM
New ZealandSleepless nights ease as humid air lifts from AucklandWeather is expected to stay settled across most of the country through Waitangi.03 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandWeather: NZ's summer of discontent continues as 'unusual' snow fallsFoul weather's brought snow to the south and disrupted air travellers in Wellington.03 Feb 01:41 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessAuckland wine tech business liquidated owing $475k and citing 'irrecoverable failure'Hailed as a game-changer for the sector, put under by Callahan Innovation, owes $475,000.03 Feb 12:00 AM
TravelThe Scenic Rim road trip that rewrites Australia travelStays range from a 1920s homestead and eco lodges to yoga retreats and spas.02 Feb 11:55 PM
World'The antithesis of brotherhood': Fraternity faces hazing charges over student recruit deathThe 18-year-old was found unresponsive hours after a rush party.02 Feb 10:55 PM
New ZealandEmails show Jeffrey Epstein rejected US physicist's $250k Otago uni funding pitchThe University of Otago says it never knew Epstein was proposed as a funder.02 Feb 10:45 PM
PoliticsSenior Labour MP considers future as large iwi returns to WaitangiOne of the country's largest iwi is heading to Waitangi as a senior Labour MP mulls future02 Feb 09:32 PM
Christchurch'A hell of a ride': Mates take on 3000km charity missionThe two-team Rescue Warriors will ride the length of the country.02 Feb 09:05 PM
New ZealandThe last hunt: How Scout the terrier is helping finish off possums in conservation zoneThe project has cut possum numbers to near-zero on the Otago Peninsula.02 Feb 09:00 PM
New Zealand‘A new taonga’: Sky Sport glossary brings te reo to Winter Olympic stageSky commentators will drop te reo phrases into live calls and interviews.02 Feb 06:00 PM
