New ZealandHeat alerts for 15 centres amid scorching temps, severe gales pose 'extreme' fire dangerThe MetService-issued heat alerts include several holiday hot spots.10 Jan 12:26 AM
New ZealandIsland home 'lost' to fire as rising temperatures prompt warningIt was one of several blazes crews across the Bay of Plenty battled on Thursday.09 Jan 03:21 AM
New Zealand'Records could roll': Heat alerts issued, forecast temperatures to reach 38CHastings is now forecast to reach 38C on Sunday, with 36C expected in Napier.08 Jan 11:13 PM
PoliticsStudent radical, TV star and NZ's longest-serving mayor: Sir Tim Shadbolt dies at 7808 Jan 03:52 AM
New ZealandScorching mid-30s temperatures forecast this week as thunderstorm threat issued06 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'It just went up so quickly' - Man charged with arson and assault after wild house fire05 Jan 11:13 PM
New Zealand'A bunch of missing teeth': The need for free adult dental careDanae Lee lived for decades without dentist visits: 'I couldn’t afford to go.'04 Jan 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow a fallen Kiwi rock star found healing, hope and his musical spark againFormer Dead Flowers guitarist Riqi Harawira now helps men overcome family violence.03 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Often shouted and sworn at’: Nurse on ED abuseShe says long waits times and staffing pressures fuel patient frustration.02 Jan 10:11 PM
TravelNZ's Best Beach 2026: Help choose the 2026 winners, from hidden gems to city sandsThe search for the country's best beach returns and we need your help.02 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismTourism outlook: Rising arrivals, big events and new venues set up 2026Rene de Monchy and Rebecca Ingram give their insights ahead of an optimistic 2026.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSwim between the flags: Lifeguards warn as New Year’s crowds surge to beachesRescues since October 25 have surged to 74, up from just 17 last year.31 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandNew Year Honours: Bay of Plenty, Rotorua, Taupō recipients namedThey include a former mayor, doctor, and two Citizens Advice Bureau managers.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandLifetime of service recognised with honour: Leith Comer's success-driven mindset His service spans army leadership, Te Puni Kōkiri and iwi Treaty work.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPipe dream: Will Rotorua ever have a hydroslide again? The mayor has made it her mission to restore a feature of her youth to the city.29 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Someone got their licence from the Weet-Bix box’: The year’s viral video hitsFrom spectacular driver fails to fireworks shenanigans, six wild moments caught on camera.28 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleFrom quakes to cool: How Christchurch became the city everyone wants to live inNo traffic jams, cheaper housing, good food - what's not to like?26 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandThunderstorms sweep country as MetService warns of flash flooding and hailPredicted downpours pose a threat of flash flooding in some areas. 26 Dec 01:10 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain, thunderstorm risk for Boxing Day shoppers as wild weather lashes both islandsA heavy rain watch is in force from 6pm for Bay of Plenty east of Whakatāne.25 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHealthcare upgrade: $75m Anglesea expansion aims to transform surgery in WaikatoThe $75m project will add four theatres and 24 orthopaedic beds by 2027.24 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandSunny Christmas on the way for Bay of Plenty, rain set to crash Boxing DayDaytime highs on Christmas Day should sit in the mid-20s across the region.24 Dec 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessShelling out: $52m Govt-backed mussel venture posts deeper losses and faces going concern flagTroubled Opotiki mussel farm which received $52m in public funding sees losses grow.21 Dec 04:00 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 Zealand$6m Powerball jackpot struck as one player scoops top prizeThe $6.2m haul is the biggest Lotto win since a $16m jackpot on December 10.20 Dec 07:05 AM
New ZealandHoliday traffic: Plan for delays and road changesDrivers face likely delays on SH2 and SH29, with pressure at key gateways.19 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandSerious crash near Rotorua leaves eight injured, two flown to hospitalThe road was closed for a period but has since reopened. 18 Dec 06:24 PM
New Zealand'The first prize we’ve got is working together': Iwi sign historic aquaculture dealThe deal unlocks 5000ha of new aquaculture space worth $35m for iwi.18 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandBoP road closed for several months after slipThe closure cuts off a route used by about 35 vehicles and many cyclists daily.17 Dec 10:36 PM
New ZealandAre you $5m richer? Lucky Lotto Powerball numbers revealedTwo players have struck it big in this evening's draw.17 Dec 07:32 AM
