New Zealand'Blown away': Auckland Harbour Bridge may close as severe winds hit rush-hour commuteAuckland faces severe gales at rush hour tomorrow, with harbour bridge closures possible. 30 Apr 06:52 AM
New Zealand'They've taken my soul': Burglary strips man of father's WWII medals, heirlooms Coppell urged the thieves to return his belongings anonymously if needed.29 Apr 11:34 PM
Energy'Milestone' solar farm: Genesis powers 13,000 homes with new siteGenesis says its new solar farm will produce enough power to supply Ashburton.29 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandMotorists back to 100km/h speed limit on SH30 Whakatāne-RotoruaA widower has mixed feelings about the change after losing his wife in a 2019 crash.28 Apr 07:43 PM
New ZealandSH2 now clear after truck tipsEmergency services were called about 6.30am to SH2 at Pikowai.28 Apr 07:35 PM
New ZealandFlooding partially blocks Whakatāne school accessHeavy rain has caused surface flooding. 28 Apr 04:01 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessTwenty new buildings planned for Takapuna campground siteDetails are out with big plans for the much-loved beachfront site on the waterfront.28 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandNZ First vows action over Waitākere Ranges 'co-governance' planThe Waitākere Ranges belong to all Aucklanders, says NZ First and Act.28 Apr 01:19 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessShelling out: Audit questions hold up assessment of troubled mussel farmCabinet agreed to invest $16.5m more into mussel business despite ongoing losses.27 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSpeed limit proposal dropped on Rotorua highway after community pushOther successful reversals to 100km/h include the journey to Whakatāne.23 Apr 08:01 AM
New ZealandBlisters force Jack on to bike for Māori wards journey He plans to cycle back after blisters halted his walk.23 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandMinister reveals new Northwest Rapid Transit construction start dateA busway is planned along the North Western Motorway for frequent trips.23 Apr 02:46 AM
New ZealandHow Whakatāne Hospital plans to restore full maternity services Since January, 88 Eastern Bay women have had their babies at Tauranga Hospital.22 Apr 11:08 PM
New Zealand'Cherished': Taupō farm vehicle victim described as 'beautiful pou'A long-time friend said they are 'extremely broken'.22 Apr 05:24 AM
New ZealandHighway reopens after fatal crash near RotoruaEmergency services responded with five crews, an ambulance, and a helicopter.22 Apr 05:05 AM
New ZealandBrent Mountford on farming the land he grew up onCouple's dream was to come back home, farm, and return the land to its original form.21 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhakaari/White Island unrest: Alert level risesVolcanic ash has been identified more frequently in the steam and gas plume.21 Apr 04:13 AM
New Zealand'Highly careless’: Nomar Farms effluent discharge ends in big fineA Whakatāne dairy farm owner has been fined $48, 750 for effluent discharge.19 Apr 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: The case for acknowledging our emergency service volunteersVolunteers make up 80% of Fire and Emergency staff in New Zealand.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandNational Māori netball tournament celebrates culture and prideThe AMNOHL tournament will be held in Wellington during Easter weekend.18 Apr 04:05 AM
New ZealandCoromandel towns isolated by flooding, more heavy rain forecast as storm rages onRoads have been submerged, roofs ripped from buildings and ferries and flights cancelled.17 Apr 08:09 AM
New ZealandTraffic delays ahead: SH35 down to one lane for six monthsSH35 between Ōpōtiki and Te Kaha will be one lane from April 28.17 Apr 02:28 AM
New Zealand'Prepare now': Cyclone Tam brings 130km/h gust, winds forecast to ramp up overnightForecasters warn of 120km/h gusts that may close the Auckland Harbour Bridge.16 Apr 05:56 AM
New ZealandKawerau death: Second 15-year-old charged with murderThree people have been charged with murder following the death of Michael Tokona.15 Apr 03:17 AM
New Zealand'Hallelujah': Driving instructors react to proposed licence changesPractical licence set to be scrapped described as 'a joke' and 'not good'.14 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'She died in my arms': Dog's death sparks road safety campaignSurf instructor wants the speed limit on a coastal road reduced to 30km/h.11 Apr 01:16 AM
PoliticsGovernment to widen definition of veteran and create new national tribute dayThe definition had created division within the military community.10 Apr 11:11 PM
New ZealandArmed police incident: Charges after police station windows smashedPolice allege a pickaxe was found nearby; the suspect is due in court today.10 Apr 11:10 PM
New ZealandComancheros bust: Influential gang member charged with 200kg drug importThe Comanchero was charged months after two men allegedly broke into a shipping container.09 Apr 05:23 AM
New ZealandNervous for survival: Māori ward councillors prepare for critical electionsForty-two councils will hold a poll for Māori wards in 2025 elections.09 Apr 04:00 AM
KahuTeen's 160km hīkoi backing Māori wards referendumJack Karetai-Barrett's inviting others to join the walk, aiming to raise awareness.08 Apr 11:27 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Air Chathams and Air NZ in partnership talks'Smaller operators play a critical role and do an excellent job.'08 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Defence overhaul will hit spending in other areasOPINION: $12 billion does not go a long way in the defence world.07 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Airline survived Covid and a recession - now for the future'We would be lost without them in Whanganui.'07 Apr 05:00 PM
