PremiumPremiumBusinessCostly vacancy: $2.2m bill for early end to Labour's Three Waters leaseDIA's Sale St office housed the Three Waters programme until March 2024.07 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandLeaked memo reveals bed cuts in Wellington maternity wardsWellington Hospital will cut beds in gynecology and maternity wards.06 Jul 08:42 PM
New ZealandLong Covid voices sidelined in pandemic inquiry hearingsPhase two of the inquiry into Covid-19 begins today in Auckland.06 Jul 07:51 PM
All BlacksAll Blacks face changes as injuries loom for France rematchSevu Reece's head knock and an injury cloud over Scott Barrett could force changes.06 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandWhat can the Government do to change voters' minds on the cost of living? National is no longer the most trusted party to handle inflation and the cost of living.06 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandPredator who posed as a child online to target NZ girls is unmaskedHe was sentenced to six years and five months on 12 charges, including grooming children.06 Jul 05:00 PM
PoliticsRevealed: The Govt departments that pushed back on minister's diversity requirements cullThe Government plans to remove diversity requirements from the Public Service Act.06 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash RateEconomists divided over Reserve Bank's next OCR callSlow growth and sticky inflation are key issues.06 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Anti-expert rhetoric needs to stopOPINION: Would you take the advice of a master plumber or your husband for a leaky pipe?06 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe stark reality of NZ's rising school absence crisisAlmost two thirds are students aged between 12 and 14.06 Jul 05:00 PM
Wellington'Exercise caution': Investigation into Kiwi's death in elephant attackAlison Taylor died alongside her relative, Easton Janet Taylor, while on safari in Africa.06 Jul 06:58 AM
New ZealandAir NZ flight lands safely in Auckland after hydraulic issueFlight ANZ538 was travelling from Christchurch to Auckland.06 Jul 03:15 AM
All Blacks'Words can't describe it': All Blacks duo react to making test debuts Fabian Holland became the first Dutch-born player to represent the All Blacks.05 Jul 10:06 PM
Travel newsExplore local gems and dream destinations: A guide for curious Kiwi travellersAward-winning local gin, national opera tours, rail journeys and cruises.05 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Living in sheds, cars': Northland families struggle for basic needsBeds are the biggest seller due to a shortage of quality beds in the region.05 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Walked down the aisle in pain': Jess Quinn calls for amputee service reformThe influencer and health advocate struggled for five years with unworkable prosthetics.05 Jul 05:00 PM
BusinessSilicon Valley to NZ: Kiwi Facebook Marketplace inventor is back home to give backBowen Pan says NZ's tech sector is 'unrecognisable for the better' after 13 years away.05 Jul 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBruce Cotterill: Is our bloated bureaucracy hindering economic growth?OPINION: Net core Crown debt is projected to rise to 45.5% of GDP by June 2029.04 Jul 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAuckland100,000 homes built in seven years – does Auckland still have a housing crisis? The median house price in the city is now about $1 million, 7.5 times the median income.04 Jul 09:00 PM
New Zealand'God-given right': Family defends largely unconsented homestead on rural landA family wanted to be left alone to develop their land without council interference.04 Jul 08:45 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRobo cop: Police trial drones to uncover hidden graves in murder cold casesExclusive: Police have carried out approximately 14,000 drone flights since 2023. 04 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandKāinga Ora needs to be ‘responsive to need’, says minister 'We want to take a very detailed specific look at what Whanganui needs' – Chris Bishop.04 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: McKay leads Samoa's green transport with solar-powered electric catamaransThe five solar and battery-powered electric boats will be built in Whangārei and Samoa.04 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Please do not do it': Man inflicted intense pain on woman during violationJudge Tompkins said Michael Mead, 64, posed a 'very high risk' in the future.04 Jul 08:00 AM
Wellington'Amazing woman': Kiwi killed by elephant remembered as adventurous travellerAlison Jean Taylor died with her relative in an elephant attack in Zambia this week.04 Jul 06:53 AM
Crime'It's all safe mum': Murder accused allegedly took $85k hidden in mother's dressing gownHelen Gregory's friends have testified about missing money and suspicious phone calls.04 Jul 06:00 AM
WellingtonPopular Wellington cafe to close after owner's 'heartbreak' losing babySweet Release's Kris Bartley wants to focus completely on her new pregnancy.04 Jul 04:35 AM
New ZealandFlooding closes BoP road, over 100mm of rain recordedAll heavy rain warnings have been lifted for the region, but more rain and hail possible. 03 Jul 10:55 PM
New ZealandRates and CVs: Why your rates may rise even as property values fall Auckland's rates increased by 5.8%, while Wellington's rose by 12%.03 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentRiccarton High: The centre of a changing ChristchurchFrank: Stories from the South, episode 8 – High on Culture. 03 Jul 07:29 AM
CrimeNew Rotorua police beat team to tackle 'big' retail crime issuesThe team comprises five constables and one sergeant, patrolling on foot.03 Jul 07:03 AM
EntertainmentWatch: Smokefreerockquest and Showquest's finals around the motuThe latest highlights of talented up-and-coming musicians competing around the country.03 Jul 06:00 AM
Wellington'Do the right thing': Police call for info after baby suffers broken bonesThe 3-month-old had a broken arm and fractures to her upper and lower body.03 Jul 12:29 AM
Crime'Felt like I was rock-climbing': Scientist on attic access in murder caseAn ESR scientist suspected a staged scene at a Wellington death.03 Jul 12:00 AM