New ZealandAuckland dams pass 50 per cent mark, but more needed stillHeavy rain has helped bump up water levels in Auckland's dams, but more needs to be done.01 Jul 11:28 PM
New ZealandTwo dead after overnight crashes in Marlborough, Waikato regionsTwo people have been killed in road accidents overnight.01 Jul 07:35 PM
New ZealandAgreement reached: Auckland to take more water from the Waikato RiverAn agreement - in principle - has been reached by the authorities involved.01 Jul 07:36 AM
New ZealandDHB breached privacy of own doctorWaikato DHB found in breach of doctor's privacy after colleagues accessed medical file.01 Jul 03:26 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFormer liquidator on trial for theft, perjury, obstructionGeoffrey Martin Smith is accused of theft, perjury and obstructing an investigation.30 Jun 05:50 AM
New ZealandBoard of inquiry to hear Auckland's water applicationA retired or current Environment Court judge will lead the water inquiry.30 Jun 03:28 AM
New ZealandSlower speeds on 600 roads rolled out across Auckland todayMany rural roads will have speed limits reduced from 100km/h to 80km/h.29 Jun 06:09 PM
New ZealandMinistry wanted to keep Covid-19 case numbers from local councilsMinistry feared losing control of the Covid-19 information by giving it to councils.29 Jun 05:41 AM
New Zealand'$20 million a day': Auckland asked to pay for Waikato River waterThe Waikato River Authority says 10c a litre is a starting point for negotiations.29 Jun 04:15 AM
New ZealandFrosty morning on the wayOne part of the country has received 82mm of rain in the last 24 hours.29 Jun 02:31 AM
New ZealandPerson dies after being struck by train in HamiltonA person has been killed after being struck by a train in Hamilton overnight.28 Jun 06:28 PM
New ZealandUrgent water summit too short notice for double-booked Auckland CouncilAuckland Council and Watercare say the can't make the last-minute water summit.28 Jun 05:18 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Living in a fantasy': House stoush as 'squatters' oppose demolitionResidents of a very old house want to save it but the owner wants the squatters moved on.27 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandDownpour brings Auckland brief reprieve, but residents must still conserve waterThree days of heavy rain downpours have brought Auckland's dams back to 51 per cent.27 Jun 03:46 AM
New ZealandLand taken by council for $0 valued at $221kNo case for betterment in battle of landowners and council over land needed for new road.26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandState highways shut after road smashes, one deadIt's been a nightmare start to Friday on New Zealand roads.25 Jun 11:19 PM
Kahu'It's madness': Shane Jones calls out those holding drought-stricken Auckland 'to ransom'Jones throws weight behind Phil Goff's bid to get more water from the Waikato River.25 Jun 07:39 PM
New ZealandAuckland moves to alert system for water crisisIf enough savings are not made, taps will be turned off and people will queue for water.25 Jun 05:02 AM
New ZealandTainui calls for agreement to manage water from Waikato RiverTribe says it wants to help drought-stricken Auckland, but must also protect the river.24 Jun 08:29 PM
New ZealandPatient's desperation seen as 'attention-seeking' - reviewReview into care of mental-health patient leading up to his death finds series of errors.23 Jun 02:50 AM
New ZealandEmergency services respond to incident in Waikato RiverMotorists are urged to avoid Fairfield Bridge23 Jun 01:21 AM
KahuTainui objects to Auckland taking more water from Waikato RiverPhil Goff and Tainui leaders are at odds over taking more water from the Waikato River.22 Jun 09:34 AM
KahuHamilton deputy mayor wants man who threatened to attack statue chargedHamilton councillors get to have their say about the Captain Hamilton statue this week.22 Jun 05:57 AM
New ZealandOne-in-200 year drought: Goff seeks fast track for more Waikato River waterAuckland asks for fast-track process to take more Waikato River water.21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandSlips, flooding, road closures across Coromandel and GisborneIt looks like a wet Sunday winter solstice.20 Jun 09:31 PM
New Zealand$409 school holiday flight vs $79 after the holidaysExpensive school holiday airfares deter families from far flung New Zealand destinations.18 Jun 02:45 AM
New Zealand'They've just gapped it': Isolation duo fled after Mongrel Mob funeralGang funeral attendees alleged to have provided fake addresses to authorities.17 Jun 07:55 PM
MotorsportSuzuki Series safePopular motorcycling event puts New Zealand and Whanganui in the global limelight.17 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand60 firefighters battling chicken farm blaze in WaikatoEmergency services were called to the scene at 5pm.17 Jun 05:22 AM
New ZealandPerson on life support after being hit by trainThe incident happened on Hinuera Rd in Matamata.16 Jun 07:06 PM
New ZealandKāinga Ora buys over 1300 lots in Te Kauwhata subdivisionKāinga Ora says there are no plans for social housing in the Te Kauwhata development16 Jun 12:22 AM
New ZealandMosque terrorist 'should never been granted gun licence'Sorrces say he was unable to supply proper referees.15 Jun 10:33 PM
New ZealandWatercare 'dropped the ball': Waikato council slams Auckland planningAuckland has been warned it cannot rely on the Waikato River alone.15 Jun 07:00 AM
