WellingtonFamily mourns 'most loving and caring' mum killed in Foxton Beach fire Daughter says December 9 blaze left them ‘absolutely devastated’.23 Dec 07:00 AM
New ZealandSliver of reception saves trio after river tubing trip goes badly wrongThe men set off late in the day on inner tubes in only light clothing.23 Dec 04:06 AM
New ZealandNorth Shore teens allegedly threatened at knifepoint in roadside e-bike robberyPolice say a man pulled a knife and pushed a teen off the e-bike in Belmont.23 Dec 01:14 AM
PremiumOpinionAlex PowellBlack Caps player ratings: Who was a perfect 10 against the West Indies?22 Dec 04:01 PM
Wellington'Helpless' neighbours of Kāinga Ora tenant say rubbish, household items regularly thrown over fence22 Dec 03:57 PM
WellingtonRay Chung questioned by mayor after voting for grants that included funding for a relativeChung says he didn’t realise a relative’s name was on the council paper when he voted.22 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandWet, windy Christmas lead-up for many as MetService issues new watchesThe best Christmas weather is tipped for Hastings, Christchurch and Kaikōura.22 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandNicola Willis to run as list-only MP at next electionNicola Willis will run as a list-only MP, stepping back from electorate contests.22 Dec 12:41 AM
EntertainmentAvatar sequel storms global box office as future of franchise hangs in balanceAvatar: Fire and Ash has opened to nearly $600m worldwide.21 Dec 09:49 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness ReportsWho’s up, who’s down: NZ's biggest and fastest growing companies of 2025Fonterra’s revenue rose 5.6% to $24.1b, extending its long-held top ranking.21 Dec 04:00 PM
WellingtonWoman arrested for stabbing man in stomach in Wellington bar fightBar security broke up the fight and gave first aid before ambulance crews arrived.21 Dec 01:40 AM
WellingtonWhy home owners are on the hook for a fence built over the boundary 60 years agoAdam Bush says they should have been given more time to look at their options.20 Dec 11:01 PM
New ZealandNorthland Lotto player scoops $6.2m, others win prizesTicket holders nationwide won between $28,928 and $200,000 last night. 20 Dec 08:13 PM
New ZealandPerson seriously injured in crash north of WellingtonThe northbound Tawa on-ramp is closed.20 Dec 07:51 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment'It's all about small time frames': Dai Henwood on finding joy while living with stage 4 cancerThe comedian explains planning life in short bursts, timing treatment around family trips.20 Dec 05:45 PM
PremiumPremiumWellington PhoenixOn the brink? Six-game gauntlet may decide Giancarlo Italiano’s Wellington Phoenix futureThe Phoenix have won five of their last 29 matches under Italiano.20 Dec 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: My word of the year, deja vuOPINION: Critics say the public service is still 14,000 roles larger than under John Key.20 Dec 05:00 PM
RacingMare sheds bridesmaid tag after winning Group 2 race fresh upLux Libertas recorded the richest victory of her career in the feature at Trentham.20 Dec 04:00 PM
RacingSyndicator’s golden run with flying female gallopers continuesLara Antipova defeated her rivals at Trentham to gain valuable juvenile black type.20 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandDeadly summer on our mountains: Six climbers killed in just four weeksSince 2008, 15 climbers have died while summiting Aoraki/Mt Cook.20 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandSchool told to reinstate deputy principal in camp funds disputeAnnual Year 8 trip to Wellington led to parent's complaint about misuse of school funds. 19 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandThunderstorms and heavy rain to hit parts of the countryAucklanders may be reaching for their umbrellas today.19 Dec 04:00 PM
Auckland FCKings of the road: Auckland FC bank impressive away win, end Wanderers' home streakThe 2-0 victory lifts Auckland FC back to the top of the A-League table.19 Dec 11:12 AM
New ZealandShane Jones orders total halt to crayfish harvesting from April next yearThe ban will run from April 1, 2026 for five years or until stocks recover.19 Dec 06:12 AM
AnalysisMelissa NightingaleWhy disgraced ex-cop was able to slip outside court backdoor while media was out frontJevon McSkimming was allowed to avoid media exposure while leaving the court.19 Dec 04:15 AM
PoliticsIwi forced into legal action to make Crown uphold Treaty settlement commitments – reportA report has reviewed the Crown’s relations with post-settlement governance entities. 19 Dec 03:58 AM
New ZealandNew Zealand’s busiest airport days and tips for flying this summerSydney, Melbourne and Brisbane remain the most popular overseas destinations.19 Dec 03:41 AM
New ZealandSupreme Court finds Govt must consider climate change when offering oil and gas tendersThe case was brought by university students who are part of Climate Clinic Aotearoa.19 Dec 02:53 AM
