New ZealandFirst victim named after six killed in 'devastating' weekend on the roadsMurray Kevin Levers, 71, was killed in a three-vehicle crash on Sunday.25 Mar 01:16 AM
New ZealandEmbattled Dunedin councillor reads from Kafka before being censured, urged to resignBenedict Ong lost his deputy technology role and museum posts, cutting his pay package.24 Mar 11:02 PM
New ZealandBoard accused of interfering in Columba College, accuses ministry of ‘overstepping’ in turnStaff told officials they feared retribution if they raised concerns.24 Mar 08:29 PM
New Zealand'Implausible': Coroner in notorious Beckenridge case rules out staging death, fleeing theory New findings say it's likely the pair died when their vehicle went off a cliff in 2015.24 Mar 06:50 PM
Entertainment‘I got goosebumps’ - Te reo Māori song in new Ryan Gosling blockbusterViewers say hearing te reo Māori in a Hollywood blockbuster felt historic.24 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Cash for access': $10,000 to sit next to Luxon at party fundraiserA deleted invitation listed $5000, $8000 and $10,000 tables as fundraiser tiers.24 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessRecord-breaker: Halter raises $377m at $3.3b valuation, reveals customer numbersPeter Thiel backs largest VC raise by an NZ-founded start-up.24 Mar 04:00 PM
TravelTamara Hinson: Why I’m over set-jetting OPINION: Screen tourism ruins real places.24 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionCranes in retreat: Index falls to lowest level in a decadeAuckland dominates with the most cranes, but the numbers nationally are well down.24 Mar 04:00 PM
SportBlack Ferns grapple with eligibility rules as players seek more rugbyEight Black Ferns now play in England’s Premiership Women’s Rugby.24 Mar 06:26 AM
New Zealand‘Cruel in the extreme’: Man tortured family cat as relationship broke downRongjian Feng snapped cat's teeth with pliers, lifted it by its tail and tried to kick it.24 Mar 04:15 AM
New ZealandPolice seek public help after woman seriously injured in central Chch city stabbingA woman underwent surgery for serious stab wounds and is now stable in hospital.24 Mar 02:03 AM
New ZealandMan from religious organisation charged with rape and strangulation, due in court todayThe 45-year-old is charged with rape, strangulation and indecent assault.24 Mar 12:31 AM
ChristchurchMan dies after suspected bid to steal copper from live power box in Christchurch red zonePolice say the man appeared to be trying to remove copper from a power box.24 Mar 12:25 AM
New ZealandChiefs halfback returning to Rotorua roots for 'special' Moana Pasifika matchHe hopes the game will help lift local rugby clubs he has seen 'struggle'.23 Mar 11:07 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Why farmers aren’t to blame for rising food pricesOPINION: Rising food prices aren’t driven by farmers, but by where food dollars go.23 Mar 10:50 PM
All Blacks'He'll hit the ground running': Scott Barrett backs Dave Rennie as he eyes Crusaders returnBarrett is targeting an early May return after ankle and Achilles surgery.23 Mar 10:48 PM
New ZealandStorm to hit north as Auckland set for 33 hours of rainSeven weather alerts issued for upper North Island as storm approaches the country.23 Mar 10:12 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPaul LewisAll Blacks watch: How can Dave Rennie get the best out of his bench?OPINION: Is my backside a pineapple? Some Super players would say it's up for debate.23 Mar 10:07 PM
ChristchurchFog blankets Christchurch disrupting flights in and out of cityCanned flights include links to Auckland, Wellington, Napier and Invercargill.23 Mar 10:02 PM
New ZealandSouthland Swimming complaint escalated to Sport Integrity CommissionMost complaints involve interpersonal issues like bullying and abuse.23 Mar 09:37 PM
New ZealandMilton man accused of murdering partner named, pleads not guiltyJillian Clark and accused killer Malcolm Duff co-owned the rural property where she died.23 Mar 08:43 PM
TalanoaAir NZ flights to Pacific destination cancelled due to 'volatile' fuel costs'We know how important air services are for the Pacific,' the airline said.23 Mar 07:42 PM
ChristchurchAll aboard the ‘Crusaders Express’: Fans can take train to new covered stadiumThe rail service will run from Rolleston and Rangiora for various Super Rugby games.23 Mar 07:35 PM
LiveSportWatch Maadi Regatta day two: Secondary school rowers do battleWatch all the action from the 2026 Maadi Regatta.23 Mar 06:45 PM
TravelYour guide to New Zealand's best Easter weekend events and moreYet to plan your Easter weekend? We've got you covered. 23 Mar 06:00 PM
SportMaadi Regatta day one wrap: Standout school crews shine on Lake RuataniwhaA record 2,287 school rowers are racing on Lake Ruataniwha this week.23 Mar 04:53 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationMajor NZ university forces students back to in-person exams to curb AI cheatingThe change is partly driven by fears students are using AI tools to cheat online.23 Mar 04:18 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismHotel management heavyweights merge to create 45-strong national networkCapstone will keep its own brand while joining Marsden Group’s wider network.23 Mar 04:00 PM
Super Rugby'You take the rap': Cops find $12k in stolen Highlanders mouthguards in Auckland flatThe devices, worth nearly $12,000, were part of a $40,000 haul from a van.23 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyThe private companies that have benefitted so far from the $1.2b Regional Infrastructure FundWho's getting what for regional development: Oji, OpenStar, minerals and a NZ First donor.23 Mar 04:00 PM
SportAll Blacks assistant Scott McLeod signs three-year deal with WallabiesThe 53-year-old ex-All Black will be the Wallabies' defence coach for three years.23 Mar 06:02 AM
New ZealandDishonest private ambo operators avoid jail due to 'devastating impact' it would have on their kidsThe pair claimed they were injecting drugs into fruit for training purposes.23 Mar 04:09 AM
New ZealandMemory of young Hawke’s Bay cricketer who died of brain cancer to live on in medalThe young cricketer tragically died in 2024 at his family home in Waipukurau.23 Mar 03:12 AM
