New ZealandConvicted sex offender travels world for 17 years on false passport in brother’s nameThe offending undermined New Zealand's immigration system worldwide, a judge says.18 Aug 02:37 AM
Crime'Manifestly inadequate': Crown to appeal sentence of teen Mobster involved in murderHome detention is not appropriate given the seriousness of the crime, the Crown stated.17 Aug 09:00 PM
Crime‘Manipulative’ farm equipment dealer rips off 25 customers to tune of $360kThe offending spanned two years and continued even after he was arrested for the crimes.16 Aug 05:00 PM
Crime'I couldn't watch': Witness recalls chained victim being dragged to his death'You don’t need to do this, you know, it’s not too late,' the man pleaded with the killer.16 Aug 06:30 AM
New ZealandWind farm backers open office in HāweraTaranaki Offshore Partnership says it wants to keep those most affected in the loop.15 Aug 07:40 PM
Crime'Kill him': Witness claims hearing female order the death of farm worker who was beaten, draggedPeople were yelling, there was a repetitive 'thud' and two days later a body was found.15 Aug 06:00 AM
KahuFinal push for Taranaki maunga deal before electionUri (descendants) of the eight iwi of Taranaki have until August 16 at 5pm to vote.15 Aug 02:02 AM
New Zealand‘We’re going to miss him forever’: Superstar cat 'went out on his own terms'Rodney the cat spent his last days "sun-puddling" in Otamatea.14 Aug 11:16 PM
Crime'Nearby smiling': Young mum accused in murder of man who was beaten, chained and draggedShe allegedly smiled as the assault unfolded and stopped a person from intervening.14 Aug 07:11 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThree-way partnership for Ōhakune housing developmentThe Ruapehu housing development will cater for different needs.13 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandHair of woman's dead son stolen by man who lost his own child's ashesThe thief took the woman's locket which contained the irreplaceable item.10 Aug 01:07 AM
KahuAirana Ngarewa releases debut novel The Bone TreeAirana Ngarewa releases debut novel The Bone Tree at the Pātea Māori Club.09 Aug 09:25 PM
New ZealandSnow closes roads, falling in Wellington hills, as temperatures plummetThe cold blast will continue to creep up the country today.09 Aug 08:07 PM
CrimeDoctor caught drunk behind the wheel of his Jaguar, racks up fourth convictionThe GP fell off the wagon following news of a family tragedy. He is now on home detention.09 Aug 07:00 AM
Crime'Three-way stabathon': Alcohol-fuelled family gathering turns bloodyParty guests 'were all on the ground together stabbing away furiously', says defence.07 Aug 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandYoung Pātea shearer wins title in WalesBlake Mitchell got into shearing thanks to his Whanganui-based uncle.06 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandGPs close their books to new patients: Appointment wait reaches four weeksStruggling to see your GP? You’re not alone.04 Aug 06:28 PM
New ZealandArson charge after South Taranaki hall fireA man has been remanded in custody on one charge of arson.03 Aug 08:26 PM
KahuTreaty of Waitangi settlement 'just crumbs off the table. But the healing has to start''This piece of justice will re-energise and boost all the peoples in this area.'02 Aug 10:58 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCouncil boss says $22 million spend on contractors and consultants 'good thing'“You might need some real specialist advice for one project and you never need it again."02 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Wazz': Drug overdoses putting pressure on Taranaki hospitalsThe drug, commonly referred to as “Wazz”, has caused a number of overdoses01 Aug 04:53 AM
Lifestyle‘My new lease on life’: Kiwi woman's third bout with cancerRather than living in fear, Mary Dobson is embracing an adventure-filled future.29 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Taranaki paramedic on the trauma of saving livesMark Belchamber wrote a book to help him deal with the dark side of the job.28 Jul 08:23 PM
New ZealandHigh risk avalanche alerts issued for Tongariro, TaranakiMountain users beware - a level 4 (high risk) alert is in place for high alpine areas.28 Jul 01:58 AM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessAuckland Food Show debuts new flavours coming to Kiwi tablesThis year's Food Show kicked off today with a focus on New Zealand's small businesses.27 Jul 04:52 AM
New Zealand'Powerful' double water spouts hit TaranakiTwo water spouts have dazzled Taranaki locals.26 Jul 02:50 AM
New ZealandStratford's finest: Citizen Award recipients announcedThe six recipients have all made a substantial positive difference to their community.18 Jul 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExclusive: ‘Serious fire risk’ at hospital hostel that houses visiting doctorsUp to 50 visiting doctors and nurses could be sleeping in the building.14 Jul 11:20 PM
Crime'Celebrated': Teen gets Mongrel Mob patch following murderRei Marshall was stabbed and then repeatedly hit with a claw hammer.12 Jul 05:00 AM
New ZealandAppeal Court cuts time double murderer Nathan Frost must stay in jailThe Appeal Court has reduced the double murderer's non-parole period from 20 to 18 years.12 Jul 01:57 AM
New ZealandWaverley Fire Brigade member honoured for 25 years of serviceRaeone Wirihana first joined the brigade in 1995.09 Jul 05:00 PM
Travel17 Spots for unbelievable stargazing in NZStar trek across Aotearoa at these stunning stargazing locations.07 Jul 09:00 PM
Crime'Sophisticated setup': Cannabis-grower's operation for personal use benefited friends, tooHe said it was for his own medicinal purposes but distributed it among his friend group.05 Jul 11:10 PM
CrimePillow talk: Man beaten, bike stolen, for telling his partner about a gang's activitiesHe did mechanical repairs for the gang but was so fearful after the attack, he left town.05 Jul 06:00 AM
