New Zealand'Well involved': Crews tackle late-night Taupō commercial fireFire crews spent nearly three hours bringing the blaze under control.03 Feb 06:55 PM
New ZealandMan killed in Paekākāriki Hill chopper crash lost dad in same way decades agoJoseph Keeley, 54, died last week near Wellington alongside passenger Cole Ritchie, 25.02 Feb 10:27 PM
New ZealandMajor North Island highway set for three weeks of overnight closuresDrivers on the SH41–SH47–SH4–SH49 detour should allow about 35 extra minutes.01 Feb 10:15 PM
PremiumPoliticsWatch: From hīkoi to High Court – Eru Kapa-Kingi on leadership, love and loyalty30 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan linked to Ruatiti double homicide probe pleads not guilty to new charges28 Jan 09:54 PM
New ZealandWeeks of work ahead to clear part of SH35 on the East Cape due to 'massive' landslideIt means coastal communities between Pōtaka near Hicks Bay and Tikitiki remain cut off.23 Jan 07:33 PM
MotorsportHow former F1 boss plans to lift motorsport in NZMichael Masi aims to build a long-term blueprint for Motorsport New Zealand.23 Jan 04:01 PM
LifestyleFrom regatta to rock icons: Where to make the most of the long weekendTāmaki Makaurau is abundant with arts and culture this week.23 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandTravel warning: SH5 reopens after truck crash near WaipungaPolice warn the highway may be closed for several hours for clean-up.22 Jan 12:24 AM
New ZealandOffshore powerboat nationals get green light for Napier this weekendAfter the storm, ideal conditions are expected for the third leg of national champs.21 Jan 03:30 AM
BusinessGeothermal boost: Mercury's Ngā Tamariki unit lifts output towards 132MWNgā Tamariki is one of three Mercury renewable projects underway worth a combined $1b.20 Jan 10:09 PM
New ZealandNew chief executive signals fresh start as Toi Ohomai regains independenceToi Ohomai returned to local decision making on January 1.20 Jan 08:17 PM
TravelTaupō’s quiet magic: Why the lake town deserves a second lookWhile most tourists head to Rotorua or Queenstown, those in the know will beeline here.17 Jan 07:00 PM
TravelFrom craters to Emerald Lakes: A journey across Tongariro Alpine CrossingIf you’ve ever wondered what walking on Mars is like, this is as close as it gets.17 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyEngineering marvel: The national power grid’s underground secretDeep beneath the Kaimanawa Forest Park, the Rangipō Power Station churns out 120MW. 17 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandWhy parole board says teen baseball bat murderer is still too risky to freeTeenage tourist murderer Jahche Broughton denied parole for seventh time.15 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandSlips close SH2 through Waioweka GorgeThere is no estimated time for the highway to reopen at this stage.15 Jan 08:42 PM
New ZealandThree dead in 48 hours: Police issue plea after crashes near RotoruaOne person died when a car burst into flames on Tuesday; two were killed in a crash today.14 Jan 11:13 PM
SportShark encounter and heatwave tests ultra-swimmer on epic coast missionJono Ridler is swimming 1600km from North Cape to Wellington over 90 days.14 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandSoundsplash and Summer Concert Tour – here's what's on in the WaikatoWhat events are on in Waikato?14 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandInside Taupō’s most stunning homes: How to help a major breast cancer fundraiserSince 2014 the event has raised more than $100,000 each year for the charity.13 Jan 11:09 PM
New Zealand'Socially isolated': Life parolee died just months after spending 30 years behind barsLee Kohiti took his life soon after expressing a desire to return to jail.13 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBret McKenzie hits the road solo ahead of rumoured Flight of the Conchords reunionThe comedian and singer promises a variety of on-stage antics for his NZ tour dates.12 Jan 09:23 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInside Auckland’s hidden monasteries and retreatsFrom Carmelite nuns to Tibetan monks – meet some of Auckland's spiritual residents.11 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandNZ swelters as North Island cities top 36C, roads blocked in South Island as wild winds fell treesMultiple heat alerts in place today across the country, posing an 'extreme' fire risk.11 Jan 06:14 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandElite private school taught Tom Phillips bushcraft, shooting skillsThe future fugitive trained in bushcraft, survival, and firearms at posh private school10 Jan 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Extreme caution': Heat alerts as furnace-like temps strike NZHastings is forecast to reach 38C tomorrow, with Napier close behind on 36C.10 Jan 06:10 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Abuse and assaults on workers unacceptableOPINION: There is no excuse for getting angry at someone who is just doing their job. 10 Jan 04:00 AM
