New ZealandConservationist and author 'Sam the Trap Man' makes bid for council seatCandidate aims to support resilient communities and infrastructure on the East Coast.19 Aug 05:00 PM
Crime'Go on, tell the neighbours that I bash you,' man tells woman fleeing after violent attackRicky-Lee Maynard strangled her in bed before punching her about 10 times.19 Aug 08:00 AM
New ZealandSnow for central North Island roads, strong winds halt ferries in wintry blast Snow could fall to 600m on the Desert Rd this afternoon.18 Aug 11:57 PM
New ZealandProtesters 80m high claim 'hostile' tactics used in coal mine standoffThe mining company uses blaring 24-hour alarms and drones to pressure them to leave.18 Aug 02:21 AM
New Zealand'Risk of thunderstorms': Snow and 'squally' storms to sweep across NZ next weekSnow could fall as low as 200m in some South Island areas.17 Aug 06:25 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: This isn't a housing market meltdown, it's a full-blown crashOPINION: The sugar rush of rising property prices went on too long. Now we're going cold.16 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment'There’s no money in this country to make television': Reality TV queen Dame Julie ChristieBut that hasn't stopped her turning Auckland FC into an 'unscripted Ted Lasso'.15 Aug 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Trusted faces': Push for Māori warden volunteers for future natural disasters'We can walk into spaces where other people would just be looked at with suspicion.'15 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Living the high life': Couple accused of $1m fake cancer fraud scheme namedJones and Vave allegedly lived lavishly in Wanaka with rented properties, European cars.15 Aug 12:24 AM
New ZealandRetired farm dog Fudge up for Top Dog With a JobFudge visited the rest home next door to her farm. When the farmer retired, she moved in.14 Aug 11:17 PM
New Zealand'Living the high life': Couple accused of funding 'lavish lifestyle' with $1m cancer scamThe pair were allegedly driving high-end European cars.14 Aug 03:48 AM
New ZealandPerson seen at former Hokitika psychiatric hospital hours before it went up in flames A person was observed walking across the complex about 3.20am on Sunday, police say.12 Aug 11:12 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldArchaeologist retraces Viking trade routes in historic boat voyagesNew York Times: Greer Jarrett retraced routes using nine modern vessels over three years.12 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandGloriavale leader Howard Temple resignsHe was convicted of sexual offences against girls and women.12 Aug 07:36 AM
New ZealandPerson airlifted to hospital following fall at West Coast mineOne helicopter and two fire trucks are at the scene.11 Aug 01:59 AM
Christchurch'Huge' fire at former Hokitika psychiatric hospital being treated as suspiciousThe buildings, turned into accommodation, were described as the 'spookiest backpackers'.10 Aug 05:03 AM
New ZealandWeekend weather: Desert Rd reopens as winter blast arrives with snow and showers The State Highway 1 route through the centre of the North Island had closed due to snow.08 Aug 10:21 PM
PoliticsSwarbrick reckons Greens leading Opposition, only party offering tax ideas'No politician and no political party is entitled to anything.'08 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Scuffles, arrest – protesters shut ANZ bank after camping out in doorwayOne person was arrested when protestors blockaded the bank on Friday morning.08 Aug 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionNew Zealand's top 10 busiest house builders - how they cope with downturnNumbers are down but thousands of new homes are being built by the leaders in the sector.06 Aug 10:00 PM
Infrastructure reportDowner gears up for $111.6b in funded projectsConfidence is building in the industry. Downer wants this to expand to major projects.05 Aug 04:59 PM
New ZealandRecord facility investment recorded for Gisborne's economic development agencyTrust Tairāwhiti supported 216 local businesses, delivering $114k in capability funding.05 Aug 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismOn The Up: Shotover Jet plans electric future as it marks 60 years of thrillsSince 1965, over 4.6 million passengers have enjoyed the jetboat experience.05 Aug 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Warming trend': Short subtropical shift before sub-zero chill bites againSouth Island lows may hit -5C before warmer air arrives.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJulie Anne Genter: Time to prioritise public good over private gainThe Green Party calls for renewed investment in public services and climate action.04 Aug 04:59 PM
TravelIs this hotspot the new Bali? A local reveals why Bali’s neighbouring island is a wonderful alternative. 02 Aug 09:09 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'No bigger trophy in New Zealand sport': The enduring magic of the Ranfurly Shield explainedNorthland aim to reclaim the Ranfurly Shield after nearly 50 years.01 Aug 11:00 PM
New Zealand'This will be felt widely’: Homicide probe after man dies after West Coast motel fight The victim was found critically injured and died on Thursday evening. 31 Jul 09:06 PM
New ZealandTsunami advisory lifted for all of NZ, strong and unusual currents may continueThe public should still take care in and around ocean and estuaries this weekend - Nema.31 Jul 08:19 PM
New Zealand'Complacency': Civil Defence wrongly slams workers for mowing during tsunami alertCouncil workers mowed lawns amid tsunami alerts in St Heliers, Auckland this morning.31 Jul 05:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon Wallace: Government must step up to save vital regional air routesOPINION: Our vital regional air routes are being crippled by soaring costs.31 Jul 04:29 AM
New Zealand‘Enough is enough’: Leavers’ lawyer urges PM to take control of Gloriavale"For God’s sake, Prime Minister, you’re the only one who can step up now."31 Jul 02:58 AM
New Zealand'Twenty cops with guns': Parolee heading back to jail after suburban police operationPolice blocked part of a busy city road to extract the man from his home.30 Jul 09:59 PM
New Zealand'There is a danger': Strong currents, surges expected along NZ coastCoastal areas under threat include harbours, estuaries and small boats. 30 Jul 04:39 AM
