PoliticsCitizens' arrest restraining powers ‘very problematic’ - legal expertOne retailer says the Government hasn't learned from the death of a dairy manager in 2022.27 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandTreasury receives ‘encouraging’ private-sector response for Cook Strait ferry ideasThe deadline for proposals is 6pm tonight. 27 Feb 04:00 PM
GolfGeary and Hendry carry early Kiwi hopes at NZ OpenThe local duo sit four strokes off the lead held by Australian Harrison Crowe.27 Feb 06:33 AM
New ZealandConstable who admits making 'disgusting comment' about colleague takes police to ERAThe officer only found out he was being investigated after being declined a new job.27 Feb 05:53 AM
Crime‘I saw a stab wound’: Teen bystander tried to stop fatal Dunedin bus hub fightThe teenage witness held his hoodie to the other boy's stab wound.27 Feb 03:07 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: The truth behind NZ Rugby’s unstoppable coaching exodusOPINION: NZ Rugby can't seem to keep the conductors.27 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandAre private schools better than public schools in New Zealand?The judge ruled in favour of St Cuthbert’s, citing its support for learning disabilities.26 Feb 10:39 PM
New ZealandMan who raped woman beside her sleeping child appeals sentence on ‘character’ groundsGabriel Apolonio's lawyer said he deserved a shorter jail term due to 'good character'.26 Feb 09:00 PM
New ZealandThe growing number of ‘sovereign citizens’ clogging up courtsA man in Dunedin argued a judge lacked jurisdiction over his theft case.26 Feb 08:05 PM
WarriorsWatch: On board with 300 Warriors fans flying to Las VegasShaun Johnson helped serve dinner on the flight, surprising fans.26 Feb 07:33 PM
GolfNick Voke eyes NZ Open glory after breakthrough win in SydneyDaniel Hillier praised Voke, calling him a long-time inspiration.26 Feb 05:48 PM
Kahu‘A huge moment’: Te Matatini’s cultural impact on TaranakiMore than 70,000 visitors are expected in New Plymouth during Te Matatini.26 Feb 04:58 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Sir John Key’s new $6m chopper; NZ’s tallest hotel penthouse for sale at $16mPlus, Jordan Rondel after selling mega-successful boxed baking kit business, The Caker.26 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Nasty stuff’: Sam Neill joins fight for wool against fast fashionKiwis like Sir Sam Neill and Liz Mitchell are backing wool in a fight against synthetics.26 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Hole the size of a door’: Tenant leaves behind rubbish and plenty of damageThe landlord could not claim insurance for the 12 worst holes.26 Feb 07:00 AM
KahuWhy Te Matatini 2025 is drawing record crowdsAll tickets for the 2025 Te Matatini finals day are sold out.26 Feb 05:37 AM
New Zealand'Exposed and difficult terrain': Female tramper dies in fall at Mt Aspiring National ParkHer death has been referred to the coroner.26 Feb 05:36 AM
Crime‘A scared child’: 13yo fatally stabbed teen at bus hub after being told to pull down his socksEnere McLaren-Taana was fatally stabbed at Dunedin's bus hub last year.26 Feb 05:15 AM
New Zealand‘Hugely traumatising’: Nurse stole $59k from vulnerable rest home volunteerTracy Peterson said she was 'deeply remorseful' but disagreed the man did not know.26 Feb 04:00 AM
Super RugbySuper Rugby team lists: Chiefs lose another to season-ending injuryAll the ins and outs ahead of the third round of the Super Rugby Pacific season. 26 Feb 03:10 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPaul LewisPaul Lewis: The decisions that led to Blues' most embarrassing lossOPINION: There was a whiff of complacency, almost arrogance, about the Blues. 26 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandSuppression lifted: Former priest named as alleged St Bede’s College sex abuserEx school priest, dean charged with historical sexual offences from 1996 to 2000.26 Feb 01:24 AM
New ZealandMissing tramper: Bone found at Otira belonged to Marni Sheppeard, police confirmMarni Sheppeard was last heard from in 2020. Remains have been found in two places.26 Feb 12:50 AM
EntertainmentSex Education actor ‘used minor celeb status’ to rape and assault teenage girlsAlexander Westwood jailed for over 15 years for attacking five victims.25 Feb 09:25 PM
New ZealandSingle gunshot heard before body found: Police reveal new information in 1998 murder cold casePolice have reopened a cold case from 1998 in Kakapotahi, West Coast.25 Feb 09:18 PM
GolfHow an engagement and a fierce rivalry set the stage at NZ OpenLucas Herbert got engaged in Queenstown overlooking Lake Wakatipu.25 Feb 06:00 PM
KahuWhy Te Matatini’s global potential excites the Finance MinisterŌpotiki Mai Tawhiti's performance honoured past members, including Ricky Mitai.25 Feb 05:38 PM
GolfAlker eyes elusive NZ Open title with Royal Portrush spot on the lineSteven Alker, 53, aims for his first New Zealand Open title at Millbrook Resort.25 Feb 04:42 PM
New ZealandTenant trashed property, leaving ‘mountain of rubbish’ and $30k in repairsThe landlord says it took four people four days to clear the rubbish from the property.25 Feb 07:00 AM
New Zealand‘Can’t find the body’: Mother of missing Argentinian hiker wrestling with reality of son’s fateHector Gaston Arigau has been missing for two and a half weeks now. 25 Feb 06:00 AM
KahuHow a $48.7m boost is shaping the future of kapa hakaFinance Minister Nicola Willis received a rock star welcome at Te Matatini's opening day.25 Feb 05:31 AM
New Zealand‘Effectively a riot’: Intoxicated group causes havoc after national rowing champsAround 500 intoxicated people flooded the town, police say.25 Feb 02:28 AM
New ZealandNeighbours recall ‘large boom’ as Christchurch house fire eruptsFive fire crews responded to the blaze at Clotilda Place, Bishopdale.25 Feb 12:59 AM
New Zealand‘Unusual’ presence: Chinese Navy exercise disrupts transtasman flightsThe Chinese Navy ships are now 218 nautical miles east of Tasmania.25 Feb 12:47 AM
