CrimeNearly 7 times over the limit: Former NZ Idol judge Paul Ellis caught drink driving, living in his carFormer New York-based music exec Ellis told police he was living in his car in a park.12 May 07:00 AM
Healthcare'Terrible experience': Dentist ignored woman 'thrashing' in pain as tooth was pulled outThe dentist described it as a 'highly difficult extraction on a nervous patient'.12 May 02:00 AM
LifestyleWhich NZ winery came out on top in 2025's best of the year awards?A Central Otago winery took out top spot for the second year running.11 May 05:00 PM
Employment'Like having our throats cut': Couple called into meeting, both told their jobs were goneNow Didi van Heerden has been awarded $207,000 from the company and its director.11 May 02:32 AM
New ZealandWhale reported tangled in fishing gear at Tasman BayProject Jonah said the Department of Conservation was trying to locate the whale.11 May 12:23 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDrugs, bribes, body-image and Instagram: Lifting the lid on modern sportOfficials now recommend boundaries around 1:1 messaging between coaches and young people10 May 05:00 PM
CrimeMan's 11-day crime spree targets police by spitting and threatening to kill staff'I will kill you and then I’ll kill your wife and then I’ll kill your kids,' the man said.09 May 08:00 AM
New ZealandSweet success: Northland gelato chain's national expansionBocky Boo Gelato opened in Whangārei in 2019 and quickly became a local favourite.08 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Invited to make bids': New Cook Strait ferries progressSix shipbuilders are shortlisted for the new Cook Strait ferries.06 May 11:36 PM
Crime'Thought I was going to die': Port worker fell 12m into the sea at nightNo one knew he'd fallen after a guard rail gave way while he was loading containers.06 May 07:00 AM
TravelMarlborough Boutique Hotel is the ideal spot for a wine-filled getawayThe Marlborough Boutique Hotel offers luxury stays and a hatted restaurant, Harvest.06 May 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Living their best lives': New mobile ocean farm trial for snapperThe trial system sits 10-15 metres below the surface, and moves with the tide.06 May 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Big rumble': 4.1 magnitude quake jolts Levin Residents described feeling a rumble before the jolt hit.05 May 06:27 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismOn The Up: Pandey business starts new hotel brand with $8m refurbishmentsThe four new Edit Hotels & Resorts are located in Auckland, Picton and Hanmer Springs.04 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyAgents fined $35,000 after vendor suffers $73,000 loss on saleThe Real Estate Agents Disciplinary Tribunal ruling is seen as an unusual case.01 May 11:40 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Former Black Cap's return to India; new power couple; True Bliss star on homophobic abusePlus, Nick Mowbray and Liam Lawson team up in California.30 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Worst yet to come': Homes flooded, roads closed as wild weather strikesAuckland commuters have been told to brace for severe winds, with bridge closures possible30 Apr 05:00 PM
Crime'Why are you being an idiot?': Young banned driver convicted again'Eventually, we say ‘enough’s enough’, and you will go to jail.'30 Apr 08:00 AM
New Zealand'Blown away': Auckland Harbour Bridge may close as severe winds hit rush-hour commuteAuckland faces severe gales at rush hour tomorrow, with harbour bridge closures possible. 30 Apr 06:52 AM
New ZealandKiwiRail to retire Aratere ferry in $120m cost-saving decisionThe Aratere will be retired this year to allow for new port construction.30 Apr 06:37 AM
New ZealandCook Strait ferry services cancelled as wintry weather brings large swells, snow and stormsFerry services are cancelled for Cook Strait due to 7m swells.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSevere thunder, rain for top of North Island as winter blast hits southTemps in parts down to single digits. Auckland is in line for rain tonight. 29 Apr 01:53 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessThe offspring: How heirs to Kiwi family fortunes earn their keep Meet the heirs of New Zealand's wealthiest families.28 Apr 05:00 PM
CrimeMigrant farm worker claims she was 'roped' into importing cocaineRuth Ramirez-Alfonso was arrested in a major 2021 cocaine bust in New Zealand.28 Apr 08:00 AM
Sport'Beautiful ride': Val Di Zoldo shines in Gr.2 Travis Stakes winVal Di Zoldo won the Gr.2 Travis Stakes at Te Rapa, earning redemption.26 Apr 05:00 PM
CrimeMan's 'family emergency' no excuse for driving drunk for the seventh timeHe was pulled over by police for speeding, revealing he was also over the limit. 25 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandFire truck breakdown left firefighters trapped in basket above North Shore blazeThe union said the 'last resort' failed when a manual lever broke in a firefighter's hand.25 Apr 12:28 AM
New Zealand Two recycling workers tried to put out North Shore blaze until it 'exploded'It's believed the fire was likely caused by lithium batteries. 24 Apr 11:13 PM
Crime'She misses you and hates you': Teen's world shattered after sexual violation by brotherHe plied her with drugs and alcohol during a Christmas trip to his home. 24 Apr 11:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Chopper footage shows extent of North Shore infernoFire and Emergency has advised people in the area to stay inside.24 Apr 08:39 AM
New ZealandHow high costs and red tape are stifling NZ's medicinal cannabis industryNZ's medicinal cannabis sector says international players are flooding the market.23 Apr 04:48 AM
New ZealandInterislander ferry sailings cancelled after electrical faultAffected passengers are being moved to the next available sailings.22 Apr 06:09 AM
CrimeDog uplift goes awry as man tasered after thrusting flounder spear at policeHe became agitated at the dog being taken and was highly abusive to SPCA staff and police.19 Apr 08:00 PM
Travel newsWhere to next? This guidebook can set your next trip upA snapshot of the latest travel news and fresh experiences.19 Apr 05:30 PM
