PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBank closures in the provinces: Finance Minister pressed companies to extend 'hub' trialPressure from mayors sees Finance Minister press banks to extend bank hub trial.21 Jun 05:25 AM
PremiumPremiumCrimeNew report shines light on the shape of crime in WhanganuiA new survey has shone a light on the state of crime within the Whanganui-Manawatū region.16 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHave you seen this man?Shayden Hikaka-Beattie has links to the Manawatū and South Taranaki areas.16 Jun 01:01 AM
New Zealand'Disrespectful': Rest home Covid vaccination disparity revealedThe delay in Auckland's rollout was having a big impact on flu vaccinations.14 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandStudents left shaken after school bus collides with vanStudents suffer minor injuries after school bus collides with a van near Ngaere.14 Jun 12:30 AM
KahuPapakāinga plans could hinge on iwi-council relationshipCurrent rules largely restrict papakāinga to be integrated with marae.11 Jun 01:16 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBestiality in New Zealand: Shocking extent of indecency with animals revealedShocking number of cases over the last decade.03 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTaranaki police officers' trial: Jury begins manslaughter deliberationsThe jury was sent out to begin its deliberations about 1.40pm today.03 Jun 01:36 AM
New ZealandTaranaki police officers' trial: 'Systemic failures' result of inadequate training, lawyer saysThe public gallery in the High Court at New Plymouth is packed for a second day in a row.02 Jun 08:36 PM
New ZealandTaranaki police officers' trial: Cops had two hours to save victim's life, Crown saysThe Crown say the officers showed a lack of care and concern and were 'lazy' that night.01 Jun 10:55 PM
New ZealandTaranaki police officers' trial: Accused, witnesses won't be calledSumming up in the trial over Allen Ball's death will begin on Wednesday.31 May 11:45 PM
TravelMilky Way Awards: Kiwi photo one of 'best in the galaxy'Weather conditions and the stars aligned for the photo of our place in the universe.31 May 10:29 PM
New ZealandTaranaki police officers trial: Ambulance could have saved life - specialistThree Taranaki police officers are on trial charged with the manslaughter of Allen Ball.31 May 08:46 AM
New Zealand'Significant event': Parts of NZ bracing for major deluge, severe windsThe red warning notice is only issued for significant weather events.29 May 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumCommoditiesGas deal relieves energy marketMethanex gives up a third of its winter supply amid rising pressure for intervention.28 May 05:20 AM
New ZealandWet wet wet: Rain expected for most of the countryIt will be wet in most places, but Canterbury can expect the biggest rainfall in 10 years.28 May 01:24 AM
New ZealandSnow for South Island, 'risks' for rest of NZ, as 'big low' loomsThe southeasterly will bring snow to the South Island and dry spells for the West Coast.24 May 10:49 PM
New ZealandWeather warning: Rain, wind set to strike North Island areasA heavy rain warning is already in place for one area, and strong wind watches for others.22 May 11:17 PM
New ZealandTaranaki police officers trial: Accused breaks down as interview played to juryOfficer A said staff were visibly upset after Allen Ball was pronounced dead.20 May 11:32 PM
New ZealandWhere is the best place to see Wednesday's blood supermoon?See whether your region is among those best placed to witness the lunar display.20 May 08:33 PM
New ZealandTaranaki police officers' trial: Victim unchecked in cell for 30 minutes, jury toldThe jury was shown more CCTV footage today.19 May 11:30 PM
New ZealandTaranaki police officer trial: Accused trio's experience detailedThe officers were part of the most high-performing section in South Taranaki.18 May 01:15 AM
KahuCouncil 'out of touch with Māori'The chair of the Ngāti Ruanui rūnanga said the council was out of touch with Māori.18 May 01:06 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCommittee to distribute Waipipi Wind Farm's $25,000 community fundThe farm is also in the process of changing ownership.17 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice manslaughter trial: Man in cell for two hours without medical helpThe trial began in the High Court at New Plymouth this morning.17 May 03:19 AM
New Zealand'Chaotic and pretty intense': Tornado rips through Waitara, causing damageTornado causes minor damage to some buildings, sends trampolines flying.17 May 01:30 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhat Covid-19 taught district's new top copScott Fraser was part of the police response team to Covid-1916 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLet us pray? Does prayer/karakia have a place in politics?Councillors say time for reflection is important before decision making14 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCovid: Some DHBs to vaccinate whole communities in one goSome DHBs are sticking to the Government's schedule, others are going their own way.11 May 09:54 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain but temperatures will be warm for most of countryTemperatures are expected to soar 10C above average in some places today.08 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Devastated' families of dead Mt Taranaki climbers pay tributeBoth engineers and climbers, the British-born men loved the outdoors and their families.06 May 05:06 AM
New Zealand'Adventurous soul': Climber who died on Mt Taranaki had just become a fatherTwo Christchurch-based climbers died in Tuesday's double tragedy.05 May 11:35 PM
New ZealandTaranaki double tragedy: Climbers' bodies recovered from mountainBodies of two climbers who died on Mt Taranaki yesterday have been recovered.05 May 08:59 PM
New ZealandMountain tragedy: Two climbers die after falling near Mt Taranaki summitTwo climbers are dead after a tragic accident.05 May 01:02 AM
