New ZealandTornado rips through home; risk of more as wild weather lashes NZ"It lasted 30 seconds but that 30 seconds was absolutely terrifying to say the least."11 Jun 06:08 AM
New Zealand'Suffering demons': Man's life after killing motorist in head-on crashThe victim had been heading home after attending Americarna in New Plymouth.18 May 04:26 AM
New ZealandBye bye blue sky: Cloud rolls in after bluebird weekFew weather worries for most, but rain warning issued for one part of the country.13 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandHomicide investigation after body found at Taranaki campgroundPolice ramping up their presence in Tāngarākau after the death.08 May 03:39 AM
New ZealandRuapehu council divided on pokies policyMayor Don Cameron had to use his casting vote in the split decision.31 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandChildren turned into gang members by statePaora Sweeney and Wiremu Waikari suffered appalling abuse at the hands of state carers.14 Mar 04:45 AM
New ZealandCyclone Dovi: Households without power; trees damage cars; slips, road closuresWild weather caused havoc across the country - now the clean-up has started.13 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain hits North Island - new warnings of more to comeAdding to the humidity, intense rain is forecast for east from Hawke's Bay to Coromandel.05 Feb 11:27 PM
KahuPGF-funded marae upgrade project nears completionA $16 million marae renovation programme is drawing to a close.04 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandWhanganui River DoC huts chock-full for holidaysIt's a busy canoe season on the awa.13 Jan 04:00 PM
KahuSafety monitors for upper Whanganui RiverIwi are concerned about the safety of river users and the risk of collisions.12 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandThe heat is on: Temps to hit 30C again as fine weather spreads across NZThe weekend is shaping up to be sizzling hot, with temperatures hitting 30C or higher.07 Jan 08:01 PM
TravelWhere to see glow worms this summerSeek out the best places in New Zealand to marvel at sparkling glow worms.07 Jan 01:12 AM
New ZealandSweltering hot start to 2022, with high temperatures forecastTemperatures are forecast to hit as high as 30C for the start of 2022.31 Dec 05:30 AM
New ZealandWhat to expect from New Year's weatherA trip to the beach may be the way to celebrate the first day of 2022.28 Dec 04:00 PM
KahuWhanganui River tribes axe annual tribal pilgrimageThe annual two-week journey down the Whanganui River has been happening since 1988.24 Dec 12:45 AM
New ZealandMt Ruapehu crater lake temp rising againThe crater lake is now sitting at 31C, overflowing into the nearby Whangaehu River.13 Dec 10:20 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhanganui to remain in Red, move to Orange confirmed in time for New YearWhanganui will remain in the red setting until December 30.13 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We should be in orange': Whanganui mayor and MP at odds over traffic light systemWhanganui's mayor and MP have differing views on the framework.08 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandAnimal welfare group refuses to hand dogs back to breederFuture of 24 stolen dogs up in the air as organisation refuses to hand them over.08 Dec 06:24 AM
TravelThis is where you can take the kids glow worm huntingSeek out the best places in New Zealand to marvel at sparkling glow worms.07 Dec 03:14 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandVaccine mandates for council staff on the tableAll councils are undertaking a health and safety review before deciding on mandates.19 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandAll staff at King Country school refuse vaccineNone of the three teachers, three support staff or a relief teacher are vaccinated.08 Nov 04:53 PM
New Zealand5.9 quake rocks central North Island, felt in South IslandThe quake has been felt as far north as Auckland, and Christchurch in the South Island.21 Oct 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuRuapehu hīkoi supporting Māori wards cancelledThe hīkoi was organised in support of additional Māori representation on the council.19 Oct 02:30 AM
TravelIs this the most unique way to experience the North Island?Forgotten World Adventures is open for summer, offering unique railway rides by golf cart.16 Oct 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelJohnny Nation's world famous Chocolate Éclair Shop changes handsOhakune's famous Chocolate Éclair Shop sold to Taumarunui buyer.05 Oct 04:00 PM
KahuHīkoi protest against Māori representation proposalMāori advocates will march against Ruapehu District Council's representation proposal.05 Oct 04:45 AM
New ZealandSnowfall, wind warnings for Desert RoadA heavy rain watch has also been issued for the Central North Island.16 Aug 10:53 PM
New ZealandWild weather: Tornado, thunderstorm warning for Auckland, Northland, Waikato, CoromandelWarning of 120 kilometre per hour winds or a small tornado.18 Jul 02:57 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCrash investigation: DoC river operations on pauseDoC's Whanganui River operations are 'stopped' for 90 days as a result of collision.24 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFirst rail tour group gets 'royal treatment'Two new rail options look set to boost the Ruapehu winter visitor season.13 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOverseas acts lined up for Ohakune Mardi GrasNZ is 'the only place in the world where you can play to huge crowds'.08 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain warnings issued for parts of South IslandHeavy rain and strong wind warnings are in place for parts of New Zealand.05 Jun 01:02 AM
