Christchurch‘Not acceptable’: Police ditch rural shake-up plans after community, staff backlashPolice Commissioner Richard Chambers said he supported the decision.07 Oct 02:46 AM
ChristchurchBody found in search for missing Fiordland hunterThe man was reported missing after failing to return from a Monday hunt.07 Oct 12:55 AM
ChristchurchWoman seriously assaulted in Cathedral SquareOne person was taken to hospital in a moderate condition.07 Oct 12:04 AM
CrimeDunedin homicide: Police appeal for dashcam footage in murder probeAneli Helu Katea, 36, was found dead at a Great King St address on Friday.06 Oct 11:54 PM
AucklandAir NZ flight struck by lightning, 'fireball' seen from cabin, 'deafening bang' heardA passenger says he saw a bright orange flash hit the plane's left wing.06 Oct 11:43 PM
New ZealandNo longer stuck in the '90s: Renovated youth hub reopensThe youth-led redesign delivers gaming zones, quiet spaces and wraparound services.06 Oct 11:06 PM
Christchurch'Space for peace': Pro-Palestine protesters target Christchurch aerospace summit Around 20-30 people gathered with banners outside Te Pae this morning.06 Oct 10:41 PM
New ZealandDunedin's Columba College refusing to say why principal is on leaveCharissa Nicol has been on leave from the Dunedin school since July 30.06 Oct 09:15 PM
New ZealandAuckland Harbour Bridge reopens after temporary closure, hundreds of lightning strikes hit northMetService logged 482 lightning strikes off the coast between 4am and 7am. 06 Oct 07:46 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWi-Fi to induction stoves: Radioactive letters to Rutherford help illuminate his true legacyNot just the atom: historian sets out to explore a Kiwi legend's overlooked achievements.06 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandMāori kiwifruit growers expand into UAE marketMāori growers group represents more than 70 orchards.06 Oct 05:00 PM
Travel newsYour guide to this week’s best holiday offersCruises, spa retreats and tours with limited-time deals.06 Oct 04:43 PM
New Zealand'Throwing the baby out': Teachers warn of ‘one-size-fits-all’ school reformsGovt swings axe on NCEA, Kāhui Ako, Resource Teachers and open-plan classrooms.06 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Abuse and harassment': Hundreds of local election races being won by defaultMinister says he isn't concerned about the number of races with no competition.06 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain, gusts up to 120km/h set to hit as wild front sweeps northWind gusts of up to 120km/h are expected to batter the Canterbury High Country.06 Oct 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessLockdown inspired couple to plan glowworm cave attractionsPlans for a second attraction near Queenstown won Environment Court approval last month. 06 Oct 04:00 AM
New ZealandAward-nominated team devastated as thefts put livelihoods at riskThieves took everything from custom gear and petrol from vehicles, to boots and bags.06 Oct 03:13 AM
BusinessAI healthcare firm Heidi raises US$65m on the heels of huge NZ doctor pilotHeidi Health's AI tool is being trialled by Health NZ alongside rival iMedX.06 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandInside the Kiwi cream cheese factory whipping up treats for Asia“We can’t make enough cream cheese at the moment."06 Oct 02:09 AM
ChristchurchPotential breakthrough? Police move closer to identifying mystery manPolice say formal identification of the man could still take some time.06 Oct 02:01 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyHave Australia overtaken NZ at youth rugby level? What the big defeats suggestThe results have renewed calls to overhaul New Zealand's school rugby structure.06 Oct 02:01 AM
New ZealandWhy singer Hollie Smith is ready to 'let go of the bones' and make a bodyHer post-Covid project that grew into a nationwide tour is wrapping up. So what's next?06 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandMan appears in court on murder charge after body found in Dunedin, victim namedDetective Inspector Shona Low said the victim suffered non-accidental injuries.06 Oct 01:59 AM
Christchurch‘News that no family wants to receive’: Search for missing Chch teen moves to recoveryMore than 70 people have taken part in the week-long search effort.06 Oct 01:25 AM
New Zealand'No words can mend the wounds:' Parents' trauma after boy dies in hospitalThe HDC found the 3yo boy didn't get "reasonable" care after being taken to a rural ED.06 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandClash over female firefighter's suit sizing leads to support officer's 'unfair dismissal'Crawford Morris lost his job, so he took his case to the ERA.05 Oct 10:00 PM
ChristchurchPolice probe ‘perplexing’ death of Christchurch gun collectorPolice were called to the Beckenham home about 8.20am on Saturday.05 Oct 09:56 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil GiffordPhil Gifford: All Blacks show control, composure and grit to claim Perth victoryOPINION: Quinn Tupaea's comeback in Perth completed a three-year circle of redemption.05 Oct 09:01 PM
New ZealandEye roll: Man's unusual inheritance moves around the countryThe Incubator Creative Hub in Tauranga has taken blank eyes for artists to paint.05 Oct 07:05 PM
New ZealandThe hidden cost of scrolling: How digital platforms shape young livesNearly all young Kiwis use five or more social media platforms daily, new research shows.05 Oct 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom village feel to high-rise living? Town debates its future after Kāinga Ora submissionHearings on the future of Kerikeri’s town centre are set for October.05 Oct 04:00 PM
WarriorsWarriors win maiden NRL State Championship in convincing fashionThe Warriors reserves were dominant from kickoff, running in nine tries to emerge victors.05 Oct 04:15 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand50 years in TV news: The cameraman behind some of NZ's biggest storiesMike Fitzgerald covered the Gulf War, Cave Creek, Pike River, quakes, and terror attacks.05 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandFlooding shuts key Otago highway as heavy rain hits southMotorists are being advised to allow extra time for travel in the region.05 Oct 12:37 AM
