New Zealand5.1 jolt a 'classic' aftershock - scientistThere was nothing unusual about the late-night 5.1 quake that shook Marlborough and the lower North Island on Wednesday, says a scientist.02 Feb 02:38 AM
New ZealandThe Abyss: underwater wonders need protectionThe dramatic, kilometres-deep canyons that lie hidden beneath our waves need protection from human pollution and damage, scientists say.02 Feb 12:02 AM
New ZealandRain and wind warnings for lower NIA bleak forecast is in store for those heading to major sporting and music events today.01 Feb 09:46 PM
New ZealandMan riding motorbike with baby now soughtPolice in Wellington are searching for a man seen riding a dirt bike while carrying a baby on his back.01 Feb 09:10 AM
New ZealandShark washes up on Wellington beachThe "safe version" of a Great White shark has washed up on Wellington's shore, leaving experts puzzled about what may have happened to it.01 Feb 04:04 AM
BusinessQuake business claims top $900mKaikoura quake damage to businesses has topped $900 million, according to insurance figures.31 Jan 08:55 PM
New ZealandPM barred from official homeA quirk in the law means Bill English cannot live in the official prime ministerial home.31 Jan 08:50 PM
New ZealandWeather gods shine on Waitangi weekendMost of the country can expect another warm, dry holiday weekend, but the West Coast is in for a wet one.31 Jan 07:50 PM
New ZealandPolice pursuit in Lower Hutt ends in crashA motorcyclist who led police on a chase in Wellington tonight is in custody after crashing into a police car while trying to flee officers.31 Jan 10:43 AM
New ZealandCrowded school uses library as classroomA crowded Wellington primary school has had to convert its library into a classroom, and is putting out a call for the loan of a caravan or small truck to keep some library books in.31 Jan 06:34 AM
New ZealandMassive haul of undersized paua seized on Wellington coastlineNearly 300 illegal paua were taken from the Wellington coast - and just one was the legal size.30 Jan 08:40 PM
New ZealandWoman hit by stolen car in police chaseA woman has been taken to hospital after being hit by a stolen car fleeing from police.30 Jan 04:49 AM
New ZealandAuckland kiwi project gets cash boostA project to bring more Coromandel brown kiwi to Motutapu Island is among nine Auckland community-led conservation projects awarded funding.30 Jan 02:45 AM
New ZealandWellington street partly closed due to risk of falling glassThe area around the State Insurance Building in Wellington has been closed to pedestrians and traffic due to the apparent risk of falling glass.30 Jan 02:19 AM
New ZealandCarterton ram raid targets vet suppliesThieves have targeted veterinary supplies in an early morning ram raid in Wairarapa today.29 Jan 07:34 PM
New ZealandCentrePort resumes container serviceCentrePort's container shipping operation, severely damaged in the November 14 Kaikoura earthquake, is to begin operating again.29 Jan 06:42 PM
SportTwo arrests at Wellington SevensTwo people were arrested at Wellington Sevens this weekend and a further 55 were removed or turned away.29 Jan 05:23 PM
New ZealandTyre slashings leave Miramar locals fearfulA Wellington suburb has become empty and fearful, after a spate of vicious tyre slashings.29 Jan 04:00 PM
All BlacksSevens turn-out 'disappointing'Fewer than 10,000 people turned out to Westpac Stadium yesterday, with only about 1000 left to cheer on New Zealand at the end of the night.28 Jan 11:23 PM
New ZealandTraffic clears near PuhoiTraffic near the Puhoi tunnel on State Highway 1 is back to normal.28 Jan 10:33 PM
SportSevens gets family friendly makeoverThe clampdown on Wellington's Sevens debauchery appears to be successful, with no arrests so far at today's tournament. But attendance 28 Jan 05:22 AM
New ZealandBody washes up on Kapiti CoastThe body was discovered by a member of the public at Paekakariki at about 9.15am.27 Jan 11:27 PM
New ZealandVictim in Eketahuna crash namedThe woman who died in a two-car crash on a bridge near Eketahuna, north of Masterton has been named as 46-year-old Nicola Dawn Dryden.27 Jan 07:11 PM
New ZealandTraffic set to snarl as exodus continuesHoliday traffic is set to build from 9am as Aucklanders make a break for the regions.27 Jan 06:51 PM
New ZealandBig factory fire under controlA huge fire that consumed an Upper Hutt commercial building tonight has been brought under control.27 Jan 06:06 AM
New ZealandWellington Mayor in major car accidentWellington's Mayor feared he was about to die in the moments before his car collided with a truck.27 Jan 03:33 AM
New ZealandPolice should collect hate crime stats - DevoyRace Relations Commissioner Dame Susan Devoy is calling for police to record hate crime statistics to combat racism.27 Jan 01:40 AM
New ZealandFinally! A sunny weekend is on the cardsWhat's in store weatherwise for the upcoming long weekend?26 Jan 10:27 PM
New ZealandBoy's heartfelt reunion with sailorsLittle Oscar Cakebread had a rough start to life, but the future's looking a whole lot brighter thanks, in part, to the efforts of three young sailors.26 Jan 05:20 AM
New ZealandMental health killings spark overhaulFive homicides within 15 months involving acutely unwell mental health patients have led to an overhaul of health systems following a critical review.26 Jan 04:53 AM
New Zealand20mm rain in minutes in Upper Hutt downpourSome of areas of Upper Hutt received up to 20 millimetres of rain in minutes during last night's heavy downpour, according to MetService.26 Jan 04:27 AM
New Zealand'Chance meeting' leads to knife attackA "chance meeting on a public street" left a Paraparaumu man with 200 stitches after a vicious knife attack, a police officer says. The 25 Jan 11:28 PM
New ZealandPetition for better summer headed for ParliamentThe fight for a better summer is going all the way to the Beehive.25 Jan 11:07 PM
