New Zealand'Looks like it will intensify': Severe thunderstorm watch for upper North Island'There is quite a wide risk of thunderstorms tonight and into tomorrow.'27 Oct 07:53 AM
New ZealandLong traffic queues as Aucklanders return from holiday; Labour Weekend road toll at twoMetService warns heavy rain, wind and snow could disrupt travel today.27 Oct 03:25 AM
Sport'I couldn’t stop smiling': Nicol, Gray take MTB marathon titlesCoen Nicol broke clear at the 50km mark to claim the men’s 100km title.26 Oct 09:41 PM
New ZealandPensioner spent nearly two years in cold, damp council unit then got evictedShe won the first battle but has now been evicted for rent arrears.25 Oct 10:00 PM
New ZealandGolf legend’s feat may beat world record after shooting his age 1569 timesIs Rotorua golfer, the late Don Boone, a record holder?25 Oct 05:01 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: The new champ is here – Tūai boxer’s comeback fuels Olympic ambitionsHer next target is a trial for the Commonwealth Games in December.25 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Heartbreaking': Inside one couple's long goodbye to memory and marriagePeggy Rangi has spent 15 years caring for husband Mike, who has dementia.24 Oct 11:44 PM
New ZealandHeavy traffic ahead: Police urge caution as long weekend beginsPolice say no one died on the roads last Labour Weekend and they want to keep it that way.24 Oct 03:49 AM
New ZealandArt and netball - here's what's on in WaikatoWhat events are on in Waikato?22 Oct 08:00 PM
New Zealand'I had to fight to stay alive': Victim stabbed 18 times before grabbing knife from frenzied attackerShe suffered severe head trauma from the attack, which happened outside a police station.21 Oct 06:30 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailFinal Torpedo7 stores to close as retailer moves to online-onlyAll stores will be open over summer before transitioning by February 2026 to The Outlet.20 Oct 09:27 PM
Lifestyle30 under 30: Meet the Kiwi TikTok stars shaping culture onlineFrom food hacks to fashion, these young Kiwi creators are taking NZ to the world.20 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandNew mayor's unusual message to community: He'll be no-show at noisy eventsJohn Funnell is a well-known ex-rescue chopper pilot and was awarded NZ's bravery medal. 18 Oct 05:17 AM
New Zealand‘Forced our hands’: Firefighters walk off job over stalled talksBay of Plenty firefighters were among 2000 nationwide who walked off the job for one hour.17 Oct 04:35 AM
New ZealandWaitomo, Ruapehu 'still coming to terms' with flood damageSome major roads are due to reopen today.17 Oct 03:04 AM
PoliticsTight margins and upsets mark final local election resultsHelen Lash retained Westland’s mayoralty by just eight votes in the final count.17 Oct 01:37 AM
New Zealand'Kids are still dying': Joint inquest considered into four motocross crash deathsThe deaths of four children happened in 'broadly similar circumstances', a coroner says.16 Oct 09:00 PM
New ZealandChanging of the guard: Waikato mayors out as new faces sweep inOnly Hauraki, South Waikato, Waitomo and Ruapehu kept their mayors.16 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFire and Emergency warns of delayed responses during strikeFire and Emergency warns some 111 responses could be delayed during the strike.15 Oct 11:53 PM
EntertainmentRock royalty Iggy Pop, Joan Jett and more unite for NZ concertsThe star duo are among the lineup for the Summer Concert Tour at the end of January.15 Oct 05:45 PM
New ZealandTaupō businessman fighting rape, bribery charges keeps name secretHe is accused of raping a woman and bribing her to drop her police complaint.15 Oct 03:46 AM
New ZealandTarga rally under way - destination Hawke’s BayIt's the 30th anniversary, and more than 80 cars have hit the road in Pukekohe.15 Oct 12:58 AM
TravelNZ luxury lodge named as one of the world's top hotels in prestigious global awardsThe lodge has previoulsy hosted Queen Elizabeth II and celebrities including Mick Jagger.14 Oct 10:07 PM
New Zealand'Better animal all round': New dairy-beef breed raised in TaupōAbout 350 Synergizer calves have been born on a Pāmu farm near Taupō. 14 Oct 08:39 PM
New ZealandAir NZ flight to Taupō diverted after midair engineering alertPilots turned back after a system alert prompted safety checks mid‑flight.14 Oct 06:37 AM
KahuMāori wards on edge as preliminary votes show split across councilsHamilton's Māori ward looks safe, with 'keep' votes ahead by more than 1000.14 Oct 06:10 AM
New ZealandGrowing unrest: Bay senior teachers begin wave of strikesMore than 8000 Bay of Plenty workers join the mega-strike, including 1500 senior teachers.14 Oct 02:14 AM
LiveNew ZealandWatch: Trapped trucks wind past slips in Awakino Gorge, emergency centre set up as rivers riseHomes are being threatened and a family have evacuated in Ruapehu.14 Oct 12:27 AM
New ZealandWatch: Dramatic footage shows motorcyclist bowled by uteThe rider was airlifted to Waikato Hospital in a critical condition.13 Oct 09:51 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain for BoP with orange warning in placeMetService says the heaviest falls will hit eastern areas before easing later.13 Oct 06:22 PM
PoliticsHow tiny margins flipped councils – and ended big-city dynastiesJonathan Larsen looks set to edge Snow Tane by just five votes in Kaipara.13 Oct 01:48 AM
New ZealandPerson airlifted to hospital after Taupō motorcycle crash The crash happened at the intersection of Rifle Range Rd and Taharepa Rd.12 Oct 11:27 PM
SportSamara Maxwell secures historic World Series mountain biking crownThe 23-year-old Taupō rider sealed the crown with five wins from 10 rounds.12 Oct 11:26 PM
New ZealandFunnell elected Taupō Mayor as tight races decide final council seatsFormer rescue pilot John Funnell thanked voters after winning the mayoralty.12 Oct 11:25 PM
