New Zealand'One of the main guys': Comancheros treasurer jailed over drug ringJustice Jonathan Eaton said gang loyalty, not addiction, drove his offending.10 Feb 12:39 AM
PremiumCommoditiesFrom garnet flop to fast-track bid: Veteran miner chases $80m Taiko fundingRobert Brand hopes to raise $80m for West Coast sand mine, including taxpayer-backed debt.07 Feb 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Regular citizen': Neighbour stunned as Geraldine pensioner extradited on sex chargesThe 69-year-old has appeared in court in Northern Ireland.06 Feb 11:58 PM
CrimeInside the quiet war at Christchurch’s border: How Customs fights rising drug threats06 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandAuckland humidity hits 93% as heat alert issued on North Island’s east coast02 Feb 12:41 AM
TravelHow one train captures the South Island’s spirit in just five hoursThe TranzAlpine crosses the South Island from Christchurch to Greymouth.12 Jan 05:00 PM
Super RugbyAll Blacks prospect suffers ACL injury, to miss Super Rugby Pacific seasonHalfback Dylan Pledger has been ruled out for 12 months after suffering a training injury.11 Jan 10:05 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
New ZealandTwo lucky Lotto players split $1m - where the winning tickets were soldThe Powerball jackpot now climbs to $10m, with Strike Four increasing to $1m.10 Jan 08:54 PM
New ZealandTwo Lotto players scoop $500k as Powerball jackpots to $10mA Hamilton couple won $1m last week after a sudden cancer diagnosis.10 Jan 07:04 AM
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
New ZealandOne of first NZ women to climb Mt Cook lies in unmarked grave – a 13yo’s quest to honour herJane Thomson was 57 when she successfully climbed Aoraki/Mt Cook in 1916.07 Jan 11:00 PM
New Zealand2025 climate summary: Hottest places around NZ revealedFour of the five warmest years have occurred since 2021 as the climate heats.07 Jan 10:49 PM
New Zealand‘Hero driver’ praised for helping return missing dogs after vehicle theftPolice say the driver became suspicious of a man he gave a lift to and rang officers.07 Jan 08:21 AM
New ZealandPreparing for summer’s hottest weekend: 37C in one city, looming fire threatWhat to expect over the coming days as temperatures soar in north and east.07 Jan 02:01 AM
New ZealandDrones, helicopters and specialist crews at work in week-long hunt for tramperConnor Purvis, 20, set out to tramp alone about December 30 and did not return.05 Jan 11:21 PM
New ZealandBeloved pets caught up in stolen ute ‘dognapping’ dramaThe dogs, Nala and Jock, were found safe after two days missing.04 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandLarge-scale search for missing 20-year-old tramper resumesConnor Purvis, 20, planned to summit Mt Huxley around December 30.04 Jan 08:38 PM
TravelNZ’s ultimate winter destination that isn’t QueenstownFrom quiet ski fields to relaxing hot springs, this spot has it all. 04 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandPolice issue urgent appeal in large-scale search for missing 20-year-old tramperConnor Purvis, 20, planned to summit Mt Huxley around December 30.04 Jan 08:46 AM
TravelHow a Kiwi couple built an exclusive lodge that drew Oprah's attention'It’s one of the best places in the world to see the stars.'03 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandPolice concerned after bike left for a week at remote campsiteThere are fears the bike's owner may be overdue from a trip.02 Jan 07:51 PM
New ZealandNew Year Honours 2026: The full listThe 2026 New Year Honours are out today. Here's the list of New Zealanders recognised.30 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyNZ's billion-dollar builders revealed as new king of construction emergesThe country's busiest commercial builder secured $1.2 billion of work last year.29 Dec 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPower rankings: New Zealand’s top sporting schools of 2025 revealedWhich school can claim to be the country’s biggest sporting powerhouse?29 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain set to pummel New Year party hotspots and festival crowdsUp to 18,000 Rhythm and Vines campers face heavy rain and gales.27 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandDecember whiteout hits parts of South Island as hailstorms strikeA severe thunderstorm watch is in place for the lower South Island this afternoon.27 Dec 03:57 AM
New ZealandWhere Christmas Day rain, hail and thunder are most likely todayHeavy rain and strong wind watches are in force for several South Island ranges.24 Dec 10:51 PM
