Travel newsIs your ski field open? What to know about the snow ahead of school holidaysThe forecast brings hope for skiers amid a warm, wet June.26 Jun 07:00 PM
New ZealandFrom a pig pen to home ownership: Jeannie Maano's migrant journey'I had to grab any option. It was survival of the fittest.'26 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Local government reform could mean reshaping, not ditching, regional councilsOPINION: Shane Jones argued there's no compelling case for regional councils. Is he right?26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandFrom highway to the bush: Spiked car crashes, police dogs track down pair insideThey'd avoided two sets of police road spikes but couldn’t avoid a third.26 Jun 01:53 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe family campground split by a 100km/h highwayMotutere Holiday Park is a prime spot for camping, watersports and heavy traffic. 23 Jun 05:00 PM
Travel newsFive travel deals for your next holidayThese week's travel deals are too good to miss.23 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHunt for motorcyclist after fatal hit-and-run: Police get several responsesJohnson suffered critical injuries after he was hit on a pedestrian crossing. 23 Jun 06:33 AM
New Zealand'Never came home': Runner plans marathon for women murdered on runsNicole Pendreigh will wear a top with the names of 115 women killed on runs.21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHill farming and Arabian horse breeding in TaumarunuiThe Duncans breed Crabbet Arabians, known for their stamina and agility.21 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'It was my calling': Inside the Taupō farm taming wild horsesThere are 93 horses still facing an uncertain fate. 20 Jun 10:00 PM
New ZealandTūrangi homicide investigation: Man arrested after woman found deadThe 27-year-old is expected to appear in court today. 20 Jun 03:24 AM
TravelHate skiing? Try these snow-free winter adventures in NZ instead If you need a break from the slopes or don’t fancy a ski, there’s still a lot to do this.19 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandCold showers, decontamination for workers at scene of truck crash'The clean-up was thorough and there is no ongoing risk.'19 Jun 04:15 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPublican on rugby, running 'tough' bars, and the night he sold 85 kegs of GuinnessReg Hennessy has owned pubs, taverns and liquor stores over a nearly 50-year career.18 Jun 07:32 PM
New Zealand'Technology has come so far': Drones could be coming to farms and beaches near youDrone Zone displays how technology is revolutionising farming, fishing.18 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand'A let-down': Iwi challenges DoC, minister over ski field dealsThey allege the Crown ignored Treaty obligations by not engaging with them.18 Jun 09:18 AM
New Zealand'Life-changing': International flights return to Hamilton AirportJetstar's first planes to Sydney and Gold Coast have taken off from Hamilton this week.18 Jun 05:23 AM
CrimeBaby-killing Mobster loathed being called 'kid killer' in prison, so he murdered againDonovan Duff was already serving a life sentence. He was handed another one today.18 Jun 12:40 AM
New Zealand900km mission: 15-year-old's long ride to Parliament to support Māori wardsJack, 15, will ride from Whakatāne to Wellington, starting on June 28.16 Jun 08:21 PM
New Zealand'Lots of frost': NZ braces for sub-zero chill, possible 'heavy rain' before MatarikiMuch of the South Island is set to plunge below 0C tonight and tomorrow.16 Jun 08:21 AM
New ZealandPatients say they didn't receive drugs a private ambulance claims to have givenPrivate ambulance operators are accused of altering records to obtain controlled drugs. 13 Jun 07:00 AM
TravelThe best cosy cabins in New Zealand for a winter getawayThere’s no better time to go off-grid than in the midst of a New Zealand winter.12 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Water issues reveal the burden on ratepayers is already too greatRatepayers may face doubled costs when new water entities take over.12 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandDelays on SH1 near Taupō after slipNZTA says SH1 between Taupō and Tūrangi is under stop/go traffic management.12 Jun 04:08 AM
New ZealandWatch: Aerial footage of BoP flooding, unstable trees to be felledFour trees on SH2 in Tauranga will be felled due to destabilisation.11 Jun 07:50 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Make a stand against abuseOPINION: Prospective candidates are thinking twice about standing in local elections.10 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhakapapa 'geared up' ahead of new seasonMore than 1600 people applied for jobs for the winter season.10 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTaupō businessman to face trial on rape, bribery chargesThe man is one of three accused of trying to bribe the complainant.09 Jun 11:00 PM
New Zealand‘It’s all backwards’: Father admitted to bar thanks to his daughter"It was a very proud moment to say the least." 09 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyNZ's power system well-placed for winter - analystLake levels are close to average, easing fears of a power shortage.08 Jun 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Coldest nights': NZ braces for another bone-chilling night as cold snap continuesMetService has issued road snowfall warnings for Porters Pass and the Crown Range Rd.08 Jun 06:05 AM
New ZealandPolar blast: Coldest morning of year for many KiwisAuckland, Wellington and Christchurch all had their iciest mornings for 2025.07 Jun 09:14 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightOpinion: Why NZ should ditch yachts and chase cheeseOpinion: Forget the America’s Cup with its handbag-dog energy. The Cheese Cup is NZ's cup.07 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandDesert Rd reopens six hours after fatal crashPolice thanked motorists for their patience during the afternoon closure.07 Jun 06:35 AM
