PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: When do sex offenders’ rights trump a child’s right to feel safe?OPINION: Two days after his sentence ended, James Skelton returned to Hahei unhindered.22 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFrom chemo to Nightglow: Mum marks cancer remission at Waikato balloon festivalTammie, a Pukekohe mum of two, marked her remission with her first big outing.22 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandParents prosecuted after baby tests positive for meth, brother's teeth rotten almost to the gumsSocial workers got a 'place of safety' warrant, which allowed them to remove the children.22 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandGangster's use of stolen gift cards leads police to drugs and loaded firearmsHead Hunter with more than 125 convictions serving more jail time over drugs and firearms.22 Mar 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSportInside the brutal training grind driving Maadi Cup hopefulsMarlborough Boys' College rowers clock up to nine gruelling sessions a week.22 Mar 02:01 AM
New ZealandKiwi return to ancestral forest after 30-year effortThe first 10 of 40 western brown kiwi have been returned to Ngāti Rangi whenua.22 Mar 01:01 AM
New ZealandDeep subtropical low threatens heavy rain, strong winds for parts of NZSevere gale northeasterlies are possible for Northland, Auckland and Coromandel.22 Mar 12:08 AM
BusinessPhilanthropist and early childhood champion Wayne Wright snr diesWayne Wright snr co-founded Best Start Educare, now with about 260 centres around NZ.21 Mar 11:13 PM
New ZealandPerson dies after crash in Hamilton suburbEmergency services were called to Howden Rd at about 8.40pm on Saturday.21 Mar 09:00 PM
TravelThe surprising cruise ship that unlocks remote French PolynesiaHow a half-cargo cruise is comfortable and cultural. 21 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandHeroin addict asks judge for longer sentence after selling to woman who died from overdoseThe 25-year-old had previously suffered an overdose himself.21 Mar 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyStupid Rules: The new book tackling New Zealand’s problem with red-tapeAuckland Business School professor makes the case for a return to a structured heirachy.21 Mar 12:00 AM
New ZealandMarket family: Two decades of community, organics and fresh local foodThe weekly Hamilton market now hosts up to 50 stalls at Claudelands.20 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Willis faces fuel crisis budget reckoning as diesel pain spreadsOPINION: Diesel prices have jumped about 45%, hitting food, freight and farm costs.20 Mar 08:00 PM
New Zealand115-year-old Hawke's Bay cottage sold for just $57,000It was the third-cheapest freestanding home sale nationwide in 2025.20 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: People may hate speed cameras but we need more of them OPINION: They play a key role in helping motorists stick to the posted limits.20 Mar 04:01 PM
BusinessFor sale Slipper Island expected to fetch more than $10 millionIt comes with an old style lodge, three chalets and two safari tents.20 Mar 07:15 AM
CrimeGrieving parents divided as drunk-driver nephew sentenced over teen’s death“This is costing me my family, not just my baby.”20 Mar 07:00 AM
New Zealand'I'm sick of men who hit women': Judge lambasts 'thug' who repeatedly attacked partner'Your behaviour was cowardly ... it was utter gratuitous violence.'20 Mar 06:03 AM
New ZealandWet windy shift: Tropical low threatens to shake up settled weatherA tropical low arriving midweek could flip calm skies to wind and rain.20 Mar 04:37 AM
AucklandPolice urgently searching for missing 15-year-old girlTracey was last seen in Conifer Grove, South Auckland, on February 27.20 Mar 02:26 AM
New Zealand'Not strong enough': Call to tighten alcohol ad rules around childrenThree-quarters of ads near schools sit where children regularly gather.20 Mar 02:00 AM
MotorsportTwo Kiwi rounds, one big trophy: Why Supercars’ return feels different this timeFans have made around 2.3 million visits to NZ Supercars events since 2001.20 Mar 01:35 AM
New ZealandFormer international sports star charged with obstructing police after Homegrown festivalThe man allegedly tried to interfere with police as they dealt with a matter.20 Mar 12:04 AM
New ZealandHamilton Zoo snaps up land opportunity Zoo director Baird Fleming says the land will expand herds, not add new species.20 Mar 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Powder into my musket': Teen Māori leader primed for big futureHe fears vital mātauranga could be lost as kaumātua and elders age.19 Mar 10:30 PM
New ZealandNew Plymouth brewery buys iconic Gisborne Gold brandThree Sisters Brewery will keep Sunshine’s Gisborne taproom and core beers open.19 Mar 09:19 PM
New Zealand'Red flags': Family confronts key figure in missing teacher mysteryFamily reveals their next steps in the search for Jayleb: 'We just want him back'.19 Mar 08:44 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyMcDonald’s wins approval for 24/7 Auckland outlet near schoolLand beside railway line owned by Tram Lease, associated with $720m Richlist family.19 Mar 08:37 PM
New ZealandColour set to fill Hamilton skies as Balloons over Waikato lifts off againThousands of people will head out before dawn to watch the mass ascensions.19 Mar 05:00 PM
PoliticsPreviously unseen documents show Chateau Tongariro needs millions in urgent repairs, plus quake workProposals to revive the hotel will start being evaluated from April. 19 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandA grandmother left a window open so her granddaughter's abuser could come inThe man, in his 20s, would climb in through a window to have a sex with the pre-teen girl.19 Mar 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Worst I've ever seen it': Nurse calls out lack of support staffTaupō Hospital 'like a poor neighbour' to Rotorua Hospital, says fed-up nurse.19 Mar 05:00 AM
Crime'It just went haywire': Husband loses control of car, crashes, killing wifeThe 54-year-old will fight for a discharge without conviction next month.19 Mar 05:00 AM
