New ZealandArt and netball - here's what's on in WaikatoWhat events are on in Waikato?22 Oct 08:00 PM
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
New ZealandStorm risk for South Island as muggy warmth lingers in the northAucklanders endured a sticky night with temperatures holding at 17C until dawn.12 Oct 08:52 PM
New Zealand'Really overwhelming': First-time Māori ward councillor reacts to poll resultDarlene Dinsdale says she has three years to ensure Māori voices are heard.12 Oct 04:00 AM
MotorsportFeeney and Whincup set pace as Bathurst 1000 contenders emergeKiwi Fabian Coulthard was sixth quickest in the co-driver session with Chaz Mostert.11 Oct 06:18 AM
New ZealandLive: Macindoe takes Hamilton mayoraltyVoting has closed, and the first results have come in this afternoon. 11 Oct 05:14 AM
New Zealand'Welcome news': Funding allows Toi Ohomai Tokoroa campus to stay openTaupō MP Louise Upston said she was pleased 'face to face learning' would continue.10 Oct 01:01 AM
New ZealandTriple murder case: Court waits on medical, psychologist reportsA trial date has been set for February 2027 in the High Court at Rotorua.09 Oct 11:35 PM
RacingGrylls picks up favoured rides but weather threatens double dreamBeing the premiership winner has its benefits, such as getting elite catch rides.09 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandGraham Bell: Police pay tribute to 'a bit of a legend'Bell attained 'national treasure' on Police Ten 7, calling out 'gutless goons'.09 Oct 01:03 AM
PoliticsTrade Minister dodges questions on alleged ‘deal’ to hide Nash trade trip dumpingNash claims a 'deal' was reached with NZTE CEO regarding messaging to the media. 08 Oct 03:06 AM
