New ZealandOutsourcing elective surgeries was costing Waikato DHB $25m a yearPublic hospital hired consultant for $2.4 million to reduce $25m outsourcing bill.20 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Like a woman possessed': Woman denies murderous intent in hit-and-runRopati Shortland travelled a short distance on the roof before crashing on to the ground.20 Jun 07:15 AM
New Zealand'Football is the door to the world': Kids buzzing as World Cup and former winner visitWorld Cup stars visited a Rotorua school to share the importance of staying active.20 Jun 02:48 AM
New ZealandSearch on for Raglan man 'loved by everyone'The 64-year-old was last seen at 1pm today in Raglan.19 Jun 09:41 AM
New ZealandPolice arrest three youths accused of stealing car, assaulting womanLast Friday a woman was assaulted by thieves attempting to steal her car.19 Jun 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionNZ's biggest builders: The contenders with $100m-plus workloadsThey're nipping at the heels of the biggest operators.18 Jun 05:01 PM
TravelDon’t ski, won’t ski: Enjoy an alternative winter break in WaikatoHead to Waikato this winter for Matariki, FIFA World Cup and more.18 Jun 08:00 AM
New ZealandStudents want strikes to end: 'We are calling for our right to education'“While you battle over pay and conditions, students are being sent home."16 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Kids lived in fear': Mum's years-long abuse of children with cords, spoons and fistsThe children had black eyes and sores.16 Jun 06:43 AM
New ZealandYoung dad-to-be who raped sleeping woman gets sentence reducedA man found guilty of raping a sleeping woman has had his sentence cut by one year.16 Jun 05:32 AM
Banking and financeThree areas where REINZ sees recovery: House price changesAuckland is now at $995,000, the third month in a row its median is below $1m.14 Jun 09:00 PM
New ZealandPedestrian fights for life after being hit by car in Counties ManukauThe road is now closed while the serious crash unit investigates.14 Jun 07:06 AM
New Zealand'Repulsive': Osteopath performed sex act on patient while child sat in corner'I now see my thinking and actions not only as wrong, but repulsive and ridiculous'.14 Jun 02:50 AM
Politics'I haven’t met anyone who’s wet or whiny': Hipkins reacts to Luxon comments at FieldaysThe PM was all too pleased to stick the boot into National's Christopher Luxon as well.13 Jun 11:13 PM
New Zealand‘She is lying’: Physio denies straddling patient on plinth toplessAccused tells tribunal he's unsure if taking off his top is in his character.13 Jun 05:40 AM
New Zealand‘His body was touching mine’: Woman claims physio straddled herThe woman claims the physio was barefoot and topless.12 Jun 05:00 PM
TravelLooking for a break not too far away? These NZ spots won't disappointWhether you want to hibernate or head into the great outdoors, here are 10 great spots.09 Jun 10:00 PM
TravelReady to relax? These are 5 of the best hot pools in the North IslandSoak in a rejuvenating hot spring and finish your outing with a picnic of fish and chips.09 Jun 06:45 PM
New ZealandDiscrimination or dishonesty? Paramedic, St John in job rejection fightWoman claims St John withdrew a job offer because of her medical condition.09 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Terrifying': Obsessed man tries to pull his ex from her car at 100km/hDarren Matthews had breached a protection order against his former partner eight times.09 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandWaikato University talent to audition at Sydney Opera HouseThe six students will audition as part of a new degree.08 Jun 11:28 PM
New Zealand‘I’m lucky to move my hands’: Worker falls from bunker, goat farmer boss fined $75kThe man's injuries were so severe, he may never work again.08 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuIwi circle in on Auckland Council assetsTainui will take all Auckland Council shares up for grabs.08 Jun 07:06 AM
New ZealandSpecial Olympics athletes take off to GermanyThe 39 athletes compete in the Special Olympics World Summer Games from June 14.08 Jun 03:40 AM
TravelKids go crazy for adventure-filled weekends in South WaikatoReplace screen time with scream time.08 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand'I’m created by God': Covid bleach accused refuses to accept he's a defendantRoger Blake had no problem taking on a district court judge - but got kicked out.07 Jun 08:00 AM
New ZealandSao Yean murder trial: Four accused guilty of all chargesSao Yean was badly beaten before his death.07 Jun 02:19 AM
New ZealandRam raid, crime spree ends in arrest for youths aged 15-17 after police spike stolen carFour teenagers have been arrested after having their car spiked in Waikato.03 Jun 12:02 AM
New ZealandHuntly's railway station damaged by suspicious fireWaikato District Council is now guarding the remaining pieces.02 Jun 05:56 AM
New ZealandSao Yean murder trial: Jury deliberations to continue next weekThe jury got in half an hour of deliberations before they were adjourned.02 Jun 03:41 AM
New ZealandBody discovered on side of road in PutāruruThe death does not appear to be suspicious, a police spokesperson said.01 Jun 10:02 PM
New ZealandParanoid 'rookie meth user' not the killer - DefenceThe Crown and defence have presented closings in the trial for the murder of Sao Yean.01 Jun 08:00 AM
New ZealandWaka Kotahi says abuse is putting SH1 road workers at riskMotorists drive through live work areas to avoid queuing.01 Jun 06:01 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle's legacy will rock Hamilton this summerHamilton leaders are excited about big event opportunity next year.31 May 05:00 PM
