New Zealand'Hidden industrial hazard': Calls for change after preschooler strangled by curtain cordGrieving mum says no one should be left with a coroner’s report instead of their child.11 Feb 04:00 PM
TravelWhere sport and travel meet: 2026’s biggest trips for Kiwi fansFrom World Cup fan zones to Tour de France roadsides, many events are free.11 Feb 06:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Fire crews battle vegetation fire at Bell Block BeachMultiple fire crews, including two helicopters, have been called to a large vegetation fire at Bell Block Beach in Taranaki. Video / Vicky GoodwinWatch11 Feb 04:46 AM
New Zealand'Intense smell': Fire crews battle vegetation blaze northeast of New Plymouth11 Feb 04:35 AM
New ZealandWoman dragged, punched and had her head stomped on while being evicted over cats 11 Feb 04:00 AM
PremiumEnergyBillion-dollar plan to import gas: Worthy insurance policy or costly last resort?10 Feb 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Daddy was hurting Mummy': Children witness man punch heavily pregnant partner's stomach09 Feb 06:00 AM
Politics'Strategic energy security asset': Govt reveals plans for $1b LNG import facility 09 Feb 02:50 AM
New ZealandPM tightlipped after fast-track panel rejects mining plan, says minerals vital for national interest08 Feb 08:20 PM
New ZealandKiwi who managed Epstein’s properties left $3.3m in sex offender's estate days before deathBrice Gordon managed Epstein’s US properties for years, together with his wife Karen.08 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandMining sector says Taranaki seabed plan rejection 'embarrassing'Group insists the decision rejecting the fast-tracking application is not final.06 Feb 06:43 AM
New ZealandFast track panel declines Taranaki seabed mining over risk to marine lifeThe panel warned of risks to Māui dolphins and key seabird species.05 Feb 11:48 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailStorms, holidays dent modest rise in January retail spendingWild weather on January 21 cut daily spending by 5.6% compared with last year.04 Feb 09:02 PM
SportFrom last to contenders: Phoenix women chase first A-League playoff berthThe Phoenix sit second after 12 games, with the league's best attack and defence.02 Feb 04:01 PM
New ZealandFour arrested after aggravated burglary at New Plymouth businessThree youths aged 16-17 and a 22-year-old man were arrested after the burglary.02 Feb 02:04 AM
PoliticsAdrian Rurawhe: From Rātana Pā to the Speakers ChairAdrian Rurawhe leaves as one of few MPs entitled to 'Right Honourable'.02 Feb 01:55 AM
RacingPatterson goes back-to-back in LowlandThe filly is now getting set for the New Zealand Oaks at Ellerslie in March.31 Jan 04:58 PM
New Zealand'Not a money issue': PM and minister say recovery work must finish before any East Coast road upgrade decisionsPrime Minister Christopher Luxon had stops in Hick’s Bay and Te Araroa.29 Jan 06:52 AM
New ZealandShearing record-breaker and top UK farmer back in the BayMatt Smith is from Hawke's Bay, but represents England in the world shearing championship.29 Jan 12:00 AM
New Zealand‘It was the compulsion to act’: Off-duty firefighter saves teen in ripVolunteer firefighter Ross Bennett swam about 150m through rough surf to reach the teen.28 Jan 10:00 PM
TravelYou can finally kick that screen addiction at these top retreats Enjoy the sweet relief of a digital detox at these retreats across Aotearoa and Australia.28 Jan 07:14 AM
Sport'A very unique opportunity': Two Kiwis to line up against world's best surfers in Raglan eventA wildcard in both the men's and women's events will be reserved for a Kiwi competitor.27 Jan 01:00 AM
New Zealand'A lot of preparation work being done': Removal of giant Helena Bay Hill slip challengingThe slip may need between 10,000 and 20,000 truckloads cleared from site.26 Jan 05:11 PM
PremiumPremiumAll BlacksThe contenders who fit NZR's All Blacks coaching criteriaNZ Rugby now want an All Blacks coach with proven test head-coaching time.26 Jan 01:59 AM
New Zealand‘Risk to life is too great’: Evacuations ordered over landslide risk on East CoastAround 30 homes in Onepoto and Te Araroa have been ordered to evacuate this evening.24 Jan 08:05 AM
New ZealandStrong winds and storms to lash North Island as soggy long weekend loomsAucklanders may have to pull out the puzzles this long weekend. 23 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessStock Takes: A2 Milk's sell-off, and what the rain will mean for gentailersChina's 2025 births fell to 7.92 million, the lowest level recorded since 1949.22 Jan 07:00 PM
BusinessJob hiring activity falls in December, halting 2025's momentumSeek's latest employment report shows job ads fell for the first time in more than a year.21 Jan 04:00 PM
TravelNZ’s best 10 city beaches have been named, but which will you vote as your winner?Voting is open for the country's top beaches across five categories. Which will you pick?20 Jan 09:01 PM
CrimePolice investigating after late-night assault in Taranaki leaves person critically injuredThe victim was airlifted to Waikato Hospital in the night.19 Jan 07:05 PM
New ZealandNorthland communities dig in as flooding, slips and more severe weather looms An Ōakura local measured 289mm of rain on Sunday, the worst deluge in more than 40 years.19 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandClean-up begins after Northland deluge cuts off coastal communitiesMore heavy rain is forecast from Wednesday, with up to a 60% risk of warnings.18 Jan 04:00 PM
