New ZealandMan dropping his child off at school injured when gunman opened fire - mayorTaupiri School, north of Ngaruawahia, was sent into lockdown during the incident.14 Jun 04:20 AM
New Zealand'I wanted him to tell me it wasn't real': Former girlfriend's reaction to shootingMacy Randall begged her then-boyfriend to tell her he hadn't shot Bayden Williams,14 Jun 03:36 AM
New ZealandMan accused of raping prison cellmateBenjamin Goundar allegedly sexually assaulted his cellmate every night for months.13 Jun 05:25 AM
New ZealandWild winds cause Harbour Bridge havoc; snow blankets deep south, schools closedWild winds gusting over 100 km/h recorded at multiple sites across Auckland.13 Jun 05:17 AM
New ZealandLarge pool of blood on Kopu roadside first indicator of shootingA large pool of blood drew the attention of the officers who were first to the scene.13 Jun 12:06 AM
New ZealandTwo dead in crash near OtorohangaMotorists are asked to follow the directions of emergency services staff.12 Jun 05:56 PM
New ZealandTornados strike coastal town - 41 warnings as wild storm batters NZWith 41 weather warnings and watches across NZ, forecasters warn of a stormy night.12 Jun 08:18 AM
New ZealandWild weather: Flooding threatens homes, 21,500 lightning strikes in 12 hoursTornadoes are possible and winds could damage trees and power lines, forecaster warns.12 Jun 01:54 AM
New ZealandTornado rips through home; risk of more as wild weather lashes NZ"It lasted 30 seconds but that 30 seconds was absolutely terrifying to say the least."11 Jun 06:08 AM
New ZealandSix charged after ketamine, P, ecstasy, mephedrone party drug bustPolice operation spanned more than six months and resulted in six arrests.11 Jun 04:50 AM
New ZealandKiwis wake to storms and snowfall as dreary winter weather hits most of NZWith severe wind and thunderstorm watches in place, DoC warns it's safer to stay put.10 Jun 09:30 PM
New Zealand'Four days of unstable weather': Electrical storms, gales, snow to sea levelForecasters expect the storm to linger to the middle of next week.10 Jun 02:40 AM
New Zealand'Kan do it': Meet the Kiwi grandfather, almost blind and deaf, who built his own homeBrian Gubb is a practical go-getter who loves rock-climbing, his tractor - and nail gun.09 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuWaikato celebrates Matariki with 100-plus eventsMatariki Ki Waikato brings theatre, concerts and more to the region for Maori New Year07 Jun 11:20 PM
New ZealandWatch: Up in flames - historic North Island pub destroyed in overnight fireThe tavern has been on the site for over 100 years.04 Jun 10:13 PM
EnvironmentArt auction to raise funds for Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari kākāpōMediums include photography, paintings, ceramics, sculpture and a contemporary tukutuku.04 Jun 06:20 PM
New Zealand'Loved and valued' police constable dies in Waikato crashThe 30-year-old was stationed in Tokoroa and had worked in the Taupō area since 2018.04 Jun 01:15 AM
New ZealandMDMA laced with meth discovered in New ZealandThe tablets are triangular and came in a range of colours from red to pink/orange.03 Jun 09:51 PM
New ZealandOne dead in overnight crash, SH1 now reopened after closureState Highway 1 had been closed but it was now open.03 Jun 08:48 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTe Ao Mārama a new way of serving justice, but how much difference will $47.4m make?Chief Judge: "We're talking about a change of culture, and with it a change of practice."03 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMurder accused felt like there'd been 'no justice' after earlier fightAdrian Phillips felt like there had been no justice after a January fight.03 Jun 05:38 AM
New Zealand'Gut-wrenching': Emotions high in court as visually impaired driver jailed for motorcyclist deathThe driver is short-sighted and admitted he was "used to making things out".03 Jun 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Being nato': Murder accused shot victim three timesNgātea man Adrian Phillips is accused of murdering Bayden Williams in August 2020.31 May 04:00 AM
New ZealandMarokopa mystery: 'Beside ourselves with worry' - mum's plea for missing kidsPolice, children's mother appeal to public for information31 May 03:07 AM
Rugby SevensHamilton ready to get party started for HSBC NZ Sevens' returnFull men's and women's tournaments across two fields at FMG Stadium Waikato30 May 10:45 PM
New ZealandPolice conduct air search for missing Marokopa familyTom Phillips and his three children have been missing since December 2021.30 May 09:30 AM
New ZealandSerious crash closes State Highway 1 in Tokoroa, WaikatoEmergency services were called to the scene around 4.10pm.30 May 06:37 AM
New ZealandDilworth School sex abuse: 'Time affects memories,' cautions defenceDefence counsel asks jury whether they can recall what they were doing 40-50 years ago.30 May 04:31 AM
New ZealandChildren trapped in early learning centre by floodwaters in Thames-CoromandelIt's believed seven children are at the centre.30 May 04:20 AM
New ZealandLive: 5836 cases today, five virus-related deaths, 403 people in hospitalTen patients are in intensive care today.30 May 01:13 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandShane Reti: ED waiting times no longer being reportedOpinion: Emergency department wait times need to be reported publicly.29 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice lift cordons in Frankton, Hamilton, after suspicious package 'made safe'Police remain in the area making further inquiries into the package.28 May 10:28 PM
New Zealand'Waves of rain' for NZ, severe thunderstorms possible for North IslandRainfall of up to 40mm an hour is forecast in Northland this evening.28 May 10:05 PM
New Zealand'Get it done': Tradie told to ignore defects, leaky homeowner wins $1m payoutJudge rules in favour of former editor left with substantial repair bill for leaky home.27 May 05:00 PM
