New Zealand|UpdatedGusts up to 130km/h forecast across NZ as two 'significant' weather systems set to hitAlmost the entire country is in for a wild week of weather, MetService warns.19 Oct 06:03 AM
New Zealand'There were hundreds of flies': Auckland rental left covered in urine, dog poo and rubbishThe property manager could barely enter the home due to the smell.18 Oct 11:00 PM
Wellington Phoenix|UpdatedNew-look Phoenix show early belief in comeback A-League drawNew signings Ifeanyi Eze and Carlo Armiento scored on their Phoenix debuts.18 Oct 08:24 PM
New ZealandWhat you need to know about this week's mega strike as Judith Collins fires back18 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPolitics'Haunts me': Why an Auckland MP is speaking out about the impact of Covid-19 lockdown18 Oct 04:00 PM
Entertainment'Obviously very unwell': Fans concerned at singer's erratic NZ shows ahead of final gig18 Oct 02:01 AM
PremiumNew Zealand'Lied to and ignored': Family of Kiwi journalist killed in East Timor want justice 17 Oct 04:00 PM
CrimeCleared in court: Teacher not guilty of abusing boy while he was babysitting her kidsThe woman said it was the boy who made sexual advances, which she'd rebuffed.17 Oct 07:00 AM
AirlinesAir NZ’s first electric aircraft takes off from Tauranga ahead of inter-island summer tripsNew battery-powered aircraft has a range of nearly 400km.17 Oct 03:54 AM
Wellington‘Exciting new chapter’: Wellington Chamber appoints new CEO after leadership exodusHayley Horan joins the chamber after a year of leadership and financial strain.17 Oct 02:19 AM
New ZealandChung scrapes onto Wellington council by 44 votes after mayoral lossHe narrowly beat Labour’s Joy Gribben, as turnout in the capital hit almost 50%.17 Oct 02:02 AM
PoliticsTight margins and upsets mark final local election resultsHelen Lash retained Westland’s mayoralty by just eight votes in the final count.17 Oct 01:37 AM
WellingtonPolly eyes Parliament? High-profile former broadcaster hints at bid for political office The ex-radio host said she wouldn't run for a right-wing party.17 Oct 01:23 AM
New ZealandTrial for the man accused of murdering Nelson police officer moved to ChristchurchSenior Sergeant Lyn Fleming died after being struck by a vehicle on New Year's Day.16 Oct 11:10 PM
Entertainment'Nailed it': Jenny-May Clarkson in stitches after garbling German nameThe Breakfast presenter cracked up after stumbling over the name Hessische Landesmuseum.16 Oct 11:08 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay women's triathlon ditches single-use plastic cupsReusable cups replaced 1500 single-use ones at this year’s triathlon.16 Oct 07:46 PM
WellingtonCar linked to Pahīatua homicide found at Rotorua lookoutPolice seek sightings of a man, aged 40 to 50, seen near Tarawera Rd.16 Oct 07:39 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew Hooton: Why Bolger’s legacy still matters for today’s leadersOPINION: The late Prime Minister was deeply connected across New Zealand.16 Oct 04:00 PM
Politics'Zapping my heart': Green Party MP undergoes cardiac procedure for heart problem'My whole life I have learnt to mask the impact of my disabilities.'16 Oct 08:31 AM
New Zealand'Full-blown wet and windy': Wild weather to lash South Island with gales up to 100km/hHeavy swells up to 7m are expected off Foveaux and Puysegur coasts.16 Oct 04:59 AM
New ZealandNew Waikato mayor vows to unite community and ‘get to work’Aksel Bech secured 12,148 votes to replace outgoing mayor Jacqui Church.16 Oct 03:55 AM
New Zealand‘Chilling effect’: Privacy chief warns police body cams could curb civil rightsConference members told body cameras could be used well, but caution was needed.16 Oct 03:46 AM
WellingtonFormer Wellington mayoral hopeful wins case over police pursuitCharge against Graham Bloxham dismissed as police could not provide firm evidence.16 Oct 03:33 AM
WellingtonWhy Transmission Gully still isn’t 110km/h despite public support20km of the motorway near Wellington needs a rebuild over summer to fix rough surfaces.16 Oct 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Symbol of reconciliation': How an iwi has regained a massive land block after 177 yearsPorirua purchase marks a powerful healing moment for Ngāti Toa Rangatira. 16 Oct 02:38 AM
Politics‘Woolshed orator’, ‘Irish charm’ and a love of whiskey: Parliament remembers former PM Jim BolgerLaughter and tears were prompted as tributes were heard in the House.16 Oct 01:05 AM
PoliticsNgāti Toa to regain Whitireia land after historical confiscationThe iwi will regain ownership of 53 hectares of the headland from RNZ. Video / Mike ScottWatch16 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandFire and Emergency warns of delayed responses during strikeFire and Emergency warns some 111 responses could be delayed during the strike.15 Oct 11:53 PM
WellingtonCar linked to Pahiatua homicide found 350km away in RotoruaPolice are also appealing for sightings of the victim's missing car.15 Oct 09:50 PM
New Zealand'Demoralising': Renters have lower life satisfaction than homeowners – studyAnd with a 142% increase in rents over the past 16 years, the well-being gap has widened.15 Oct 08:00 PM