CrimeAbuser blamed ‘bad trips’ for months of violence against young boy and girlVictims suffered broken bones, a brain injury and damage to internal organs.03 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandDisciplined and pragmatic: Ōpōtiki trims forecast rates hike to 8.9%More than $3.5m is earmarked for wastewater upgrades across the district.03 May 04:00 AM
PoliticsWayne Brown says Christopher Luxon a dog with 'two tails wagging' himBrown suggested a coalition between National and Labour would be best for NZ's future.03 May 12:39 AM
Wellington'It wasn't safe': Dumpster-divers take Wellingtonian's flood-contaminated furnitureThe Mt Cook resident said she threw the items out because she didn't want to get sick.02 May 09:31 PM
New ZealandSmall quake wakes WellingtonThe Wellington region had an early morning jolt from the magnitude 4 quake.02 May 08:22 PM
Travel newsWhere to go next: LEGO in NZ, Japan for kids and after-hours activitiesFive new things in travel, from exhibitions to new luggage.02 May 06:00 PM
SportWhite Ferns: Young guns step up for World CupRising batter Izzy Sharp, aged 21, heads to her first T20 World Cup.02 May 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Maiki Sherman's behaviour is damaging TVNZ’s credibilityOPINION: Maiki Sherman faces scrutiny over repeated complaints about her conduct.02 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPeace activist urges Govt to reject US proposal to help reopen Strait of HormuzValerie Morse says backing the US plan would endorse an illegal war.02 May 07:44 AM
PremiumPremiumAll Blacks'I definitely got lost in it a bit': The rise of an All Blacks titan, his fears for rugby, and eyeing a new careerThe Bus talks business: Julian Savea on ABs fame, almost dying at 4, Ardie and family.02 May 07:26 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentFrom MAFS to Mean Girls: The Kiwi stars of cult musical Heathers spill the teaRoll out your plaid and croquet mallets because the bitches are back.02 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandWellington man rummages through flood-contaminated rubbishWellingtonians impacted by recent flooding have found people dumpster diving through contaminated rubbish they have placed outside for council collection.Watch02 May 05:59 AM
New ZealandMeet the Kiwi developers who just landed a movie deal with 20th Century FoxKieft, Hufton and Angland met on Roblox as 13-year-olds and now develop games fulltime.02 May 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbyHurricanes v Crusaders player ratings: Hybrid experiment gets proper test Rating the performances from the Hurricanes 38-31 victory over the Crusaders.01 May 09:25 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Auckland should steal Super Rugby's Super Round from ChristchurchOPINION: More than 73,000 fans attended the three-day Super Round at Te Kaha.01 May 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyWhat happens to Sir Bob Jones' $2 billion+ legacy a year after his death?'Key thing to know is that Bob's biggest wish is that he wanted the business to continue.'01 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Cold and crispy': Frosty start to May as temperatures dive near zeroTemperatures as low as -1C are expected, however sunny clear skies make up for it. 01 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyHurricanes hold on to beat Crusaders The Hurricanes got the better of the Crusaders in a high-scoring battle in Wellington.01 May 09:07 AM
SportPhoenix teen earns call-up as Nix women prepare for first A-League finals runThe Wellington footballers finished second this season, scoring 38 goals and conceding 17.01 May 05:15 AM
PremiumPremiumWellington'Continual exodus of staff': The best and worst Government workplaces, according to public servants The sector-wide survey exposed how staff really feel about their public service jobs.01 May 05:00 AM
Wellington'She was scared': Woman's 3-hour rooftop standoff with police after alleged bail breachThe woman escaped to her roof claiming she was scared of police using force.01 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandWellington landfill at threat from new housing developmentRates might need to rise 4% to 10% a year if the landfill cuts operations.01 May 04:15 AM
LeagueKiwi Fern Pule shines on Origin debut for Maroons after eligibility rule changeBorn in Auckland, Otesa Pule scored the opening try for Queensland.01 May 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCelebrity chef says he quit top restaurant for family and 'overseas opportunities'Executive chef Vaughan Mabee has resigned after nearly 15 years at Amisfield01 May 01:58 AM
WellingtonGovt announces extra $100k support for Wellington flood victimsDozens have been forced out of their homes after last week's record storm.01 May 12:21 AM
Banking and finance'Fragile recovery': ANZ braces for more loan losses as global shocks biteThe bank lifted its credit impairment provisions to $805m.01 May 12:18 AM
BusinessMobile and broadband outages resolved, software bug blamedTechnical problems reportedly took down about 90 cell towers nationwide. 30 Apr 11:56 PM
New ZealandCoastguard mission helps albatross blown off course by Cyclone VaianuThe juvenile albatross was nursed back to health after being discovered in paddock.30 Apr 10:41 PM
Auckland FCAuckland FC: All you need to know for the A-League's elimination finalsAuckland FC host Melbourne City in a one-off elimination final at Go Media Stadium.30 Apr 10:01 PM
Super RugbyFaingaʻanuku v Kirifi: All you need to know about Super Rugby round 12Everything you need to know for the weekend's action, with five games taking place.30 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandSheep farmer Sophie Hurley breathing new life into vintage Hunterville motel'Hunterville is a destination now – it’s gaining more and more offerings.'30 Apr 08:44 PM
New ZealandNew Zealand city named one of the world’s most attractive cities for Gen ZThe city cracked the top 10, alongside Copenhagen, Pittsburgh and Ottawa.30 Apr 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbyBlues launch bold bid to snatch Super Round from ChristchurchChristchurch is no longer the only city vying to stage Super Round next year. 30 Apr 07:01 PM
Super Rugby'A perk to have': Why Leicester Fainga'anuku has embraced hybrid modelFainga'anuku has made one start on the wing this year. Friday will be his second at No 7. 30 Apr 06:05 PM