LiveNew ZealandFlash flooding in Wellington, thunderstorms in Bay of PlentyRecord-breaking 77mm of rain fell in one hour.19 Apr 08:10 PM
New Zealand'Massive flooding' as severe thunderstorms hit Wellington, MetService issues ‘top priority’ warningsStates of local emergency remain in place for Whanganui and Ōhura Ward.19 Apr 06:02 PM
PremiumEducation|UpdatedNZ's biggest cheats: NCEA exam breach probes triple since 2019, stumping officialsNZQA says 168 potential exam breaches involved AI use.19 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandState of emergency remains for Whanganui and Ōhura as more heavy rain expected tomorrow19 Apr 07:37 AM
CrimePartner of slain gang member's time on the run ends behind bars after involvement in his death19 Apr 05:00 AM
PremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Why our leaders cling to growth dreams while the debt clock keeps ticking18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandDozens evacuated as torrential rain floods Wellington suburbs, more downpours expected18 Apr 05:43 AM
PoliticsChina furious with NZ, alleges 'harassment' by military planeThe NZDF says its plane was on a routine mission, China accuses it of reckless flying.18 Apr 04:37 AM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorm warning lifted, but flooding closes highwaysTorrential rain and damaging wind gusts are possible for the lower North Island.17 Apr 09:51 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain and flooding continues in Wellington despite warnings liftingOngoing bad weather and heavy rain has closed another Wellington highway this morning. Video / SuppliedWatch17 Apr 09:45 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment'I lied through my teeth': Wellington Paranormal’s Mike Minogue on the radio jokes that went too farHe's dominated the big screen, small screen and radio; so what's his next takeover?17 Apr 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSportThe decline and fall of premier club rugby: Struggle to field top-flight sidesAt least six premier club competitions have shrunk going into the 2026 season.17 Apr 09:00 PM
LifestyleVinyl’s second spin: Inside the Auckland store backing a new generation of fansStothers says younger buyers now treat records like books on a bookshelf.17 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandHow a new meth ‘safe space’ could change recovery journeys in TairāwhitiHawke's Bay/Gisborne has the second-highest meth use in wastewater tests.17 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice warn of dodgy gardeners after elderly man billed $3500 for two hours' work The alleged scammers drove the man in his 70s to the bank to get the cash.17 Apr 07:01 AM
New ZealandWellington Zoo’s Sumatran tiger Bashii diesBashii, aged 18, was euthanised after a rapid decline in his health.17 Apr 06:10 AM
PremiumPremiumSport'Toxic' state of water polo: Chair abruptly resigns, two days after clubs call for her to step down Chair's resignation follows clubs' concerns about governance and SIC bullying inquiry.17 Apr 03:51 AM
WellingtonMore women complain of Wellington sugar daddy's 'concerning behaviour' as cops mull chargesThe behaviour of a man offering women money for companionship appears to have escalated.17 Apr 01:47 AM
New ZealandFresh weather warnings as weekend storm rolls inAlready-saturated regions are at risk of more slips and surface flooding.17 Apr 01:30 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam NapierHow Moana's collapse could lead to an Ardie Savea bidding war ... and who'd winSavea is expected to be on the hunt for another Super Rugby team.16 Apr 11:45 PM
New ZealandAuckland Mayor tells truckies to drive at night to save on fuelMainfreight boss Don Braid says KiwiRail is 'missing in action' on extra rail.16 Apr 10:15 PM
Super RugbyKey All Blacks return from injury: All you need to know about Super Rugby round 10Everything you need to know for the weekend's action, with five games taking place.16 Apr 10:01 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider$1.6m boost: David Lomas' new quest for TV3 - finding viewers; NZ media firms the left and right trust most, leastJudge orders removal of news story over attacker’s ‘emotional distress’; Hosking on BSA.16 Apr 10:00 PM
SportSharks, stings and social media threats: Inside the record swim down the North IslandJono Ridler swam 1367km down the North Island’s east coast over 90 days.16 Apr 06:01 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Tax hikes, deep cuts or both - the ugly choices politicians keep dodgingOPINION: No political party has any serious plan to prevent ongoing debt explosion.16 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandBalancing dreams and demands: The quiet struggle before a young student’s deathA coroner has linked work–study pressure to Bradford Webster's death.16 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow this weekend’s rain band could affect your drive home from the holidaysThe mercury is expected to drop to a cool 2C in Christchurch tomorrow morning. 16 Apr 07:00 AM
New ZealandFirm under ‘pyramid-scheme’ probe holds recruitment driveThe Commerce Commission is probing SFCVIBE Rating as a pyramid-style scheme.16 Apr 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Holding its nerve': Housing market treads water as buyers turn more cautiousNational house values inched up just 0.2% year-on-year in March.15 Apr 11:25 PM
New ZealandHard cash! Midweek windfall for lucky Rotorua Lotto playerThirteen second division winners in Wednesday's draw. 15 Apr 08:08 PM