New ZealandThe father and son who chopped off teen burglar's finger in bungled home invasionThe tip of the teenage burglar's finger was chopped off during his bungled home invasion.11 May 06:19 PM
CrimeHoliday home manager recalls 'strange' booking on week of businesswoman's deathA witness said Fang Sun described three people he wanted dead.11 May 02:54 AM
New ZealandKāwhia shooting: DNA, boot print, link accused to fatal home invasion, crown sayGrayson Toilolo denies all charges in relation to the fatal home invasion in 2019.10 May 01:59 AM
EducationTe Pūkenga welcomes Toi Ohomai and Wintec into the whānauNew institute committed to continued vocational education excellence in the regions.09 May 10:46 PM
PoliticsCouncil chairman ousted following alleged racist remarksRuss Rimmington has been accused of making racist comments during a public forum in 2021.09 May 08:19 AM
New Zealand'It wasn't a situation to run', farmer accused of assaulting burglar tells juryThe teen burglar was on his phone, and William Burr figured he was calling for help.09 May 06:27 AM
EnvironmentŌhaupō sanctuary now safe haven for rescued skinksSkinks rescued from a Te Awamutu development site released into pest-free Rotopiko reserve06 May 07:20 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMPs clash over homeless report on where Rotorua homeless have come fromLocal politicians have exchanged words over a new homeless report.06 May 07:00 PM
New ZealandLeaky home repair bill now $600,000, owner claims'You'd want to know what was behind the plaster,' the owner of a leaky home advises.06 May 06:30 AM
New ZealandPiopio home invasion: Farmer reveals why burglar's finger was chopped offWilliam Burr says he knew the threat of being stabbed by the teen was a real one.06 May 04:38 AM
New ZealandHit and run: Hamilton man critically injured, hunt for speeding silver carPolice are appealing for witnesses to come forward.06 May 12:18 AM
New ZealandWoman ran for help after suffering punctured lung in Cambridge stabbingA man accused of stabbing three people was granted name suppression for seven days.05 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandPiopio home invasion: St John crew told they're 'too PC' for 'dealing with black people'William Burr was upset at the injured teen being treated by St John staff.05 May 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Pain is seen as a weakness so you push it aside': Ex Olympian's endometriosis battle"I started to think I was being dramatic or crazy," cycling champ says.04 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCommoditiesDetails revealed of mining company's tunnels under conservation landOceanaGold is relying on mining under conservation land between Waihi and Whangamata.04 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailHot property: New Hamilton top-quality offices in demand as CBD takes offNew office projects to add another 14,000sqm within two years.04 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Feel like we're being punished': Nurses sent to MIQ hotels unable to get old jobs back"We volunteered out of the generosity of and goodness of our hearts," MIQ nurse tells.04 May 06:45 AM
New ZealandPiopio home invasion: 'I asked them to remove him from the scene' - paramedicSt John staff noticed blood splatters on kitchen cupboards and up the wall.04 May 05:04 AM
New ZealandEnchanter tragedy: Maritime NZ documents reveal past near-miss/complaintMaritime NZ documents showed the Enchanter had a near-miss in March 2017.04 May 03:27 AM
New ZealandHome invasion trial: 'I was lying in his blood', teen burglar tells courtThe 17-year-old got upset at recalling the grisly details of that day.03 May 04:45 AM
New Zealand'Give me your keys or I will f*****g kill you,' teen burglar's threatThe teen admitted going into the bedroom armed with a knife, bottle, broom and torch.02 May 11:38 PM
New ZealandTeen's finger severed by father and son after burglary goes wrongThe Crown say attack was retribution - defence counsel say the actions were out of fear.02 May 04:30 AM
New ZealandTribal Huk gang leader appeals axe attack convictionPink's lawyer said the judge did not adequately warn the jury about misidentification.02 May 01:30 AM
New ZealandMissing Hamilton woman found safe and wellThere were serious concerns for Barbara's welfare when she went missing on Saturday night.01 May 09:32 PM
New ZealandSerious concerns for missing 67-year-old Hamilton womanBarbara was last seen yesterday evening, heading on foot towards Ohaupo Rd in Hamilton.30 Apr 10:05 PM
New Zealand'Distressing and complex': Police minister responds to youth crime spikeAt least 45 children or teens are allegedly behind eight recent crimes and ram raids.30 Apr 08:22 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Safe and sensible': The schools sticking with mask mandatesSome schools join doctors' and scientists' call for classroom mask mandate over winter.30 Apr 06:37 PM
New ZealandWarmer than average temperatures predicted ahead of winterNiwa's seasonal outlook shows conditions are most likely to be warmer than average.30 Apr 04:58 AM
Crime'I'm a product of the system'; Natalie Fenton back in jailNatalie Roselyn Fenton was 15 when she murdered Raymond Mullins at his home.29 Apr 07:00 AM
New ZealandRefugee jailed for sex with underage girlIssue of age of consent in South America raised during proceedings.29 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandHigh school avoids prosecution after student drownsInstead, an "enforceable undertaking" will cost Melville High School about $266,000.29 Apr 01:55 AM
EnvironmentWetland expert wins Loder Cup conservation awardConservation Minister Kiri Allan presented Beverley Clarkson with the award in Hamilton.28 Apr 07:20 PM
New ZealandCovid-19 community case numbers to stay above 5000 before increasing - expertThere were 9047 community cases reported yesterday.28 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandKmart attack: Accused granted bail - with a 22-hour curfewShe won't have an ankle bracelet, but she has strict bail conditions.28 Apr 02:35 AM