EducationEast Auckland school mourns principal’s death after cancer battleHe led Pakūranga College from 2009 until his retirement in early 2024.20 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentDick Move, Earth Tongue and Foley among 20 to get new NZOA gig fundingThis $500,000 pilot fund is designed to help local artists take their music on the road.19 Nov 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Everyone is frightened': The Elephant debates what defines a woman Dame Susan Devoy says she's changed her mind – if you identify as a woman, you can be one.19 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMotorist spots blaze that damaged Whangārei warehouseFire investigator Greg Hartwell said no sprinklers or alarms were installed.19 Nov 12:52 AM
New ZealandNorthland schools impacted after asbestos found in play sandWhangārei Primary School closed on Tuesday to allow for testing of at least 10 classrooms.18 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandSmoke advisory lifted after major Port Whangārei warehouse fireBuilding is used for the storage and installation of solar panels and lithium batteries.18 Nov 07:42 AM
TravelEnjoy European charm for a fraction of the price in this lesser-visited spotThis destination may earn raised eyebrows from family and friends, but it's a true gem.18 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandPolitical leaders mourn Monty Knight, the man who put Kaitāia on the mapKnight, 80, was allegedly murdered in the Far North on Sunday.18 Nov 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Fully open': Brynderwyn Hills complete after crews beat the clockThe planned second SH1 closure from November 20 to 23 is no longer needed.17 Nov 10:00 PM
New ZealandSearch for man missing off Whangārei coast enters its fifth dayMore than 45 volunteers have spent over 190 hours scouring Northland waters.17 Nov 04:00 PM
Politics'As long as I have a voice': ED doctor Gary Payinda steps into politicsLabour's Whangārei candidate wants to protect healthcare, education and workers' rights.17 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandWhy rāhui matters: The meaning behind coastal closure after Whangārei tragedyThe rāhui is said to offer time for healing and safe recovery of the missing.17 Nov 03:04 AM
New ZealandNavy joins search for fisherman missing off Whangārei coastThe 17-foot runabout was found drifting with no one aboard on Saturday morning.17 Nov 01:02 AM
CrimeWell-known Far North businessman named as alleged murder victim, woman chargedMonty Knight, a former councillor, died on Sunday following reports of an assault.17 Nov 01:01 AM
New ZealandSearch to resume for man missing off Whangārei coastThe body of the first man was found in the water yesterday morning.16 Nov 09:05 AM
New ZealandSearch resumes for man after fishing boat found drifting off Whangārei coastThe man was one of two people on a boat that was reported overdue on Friday night.15 Nov 10:08 PM
New ZealandAirbnb railing collapse: Family demand accountability after son left paralysedFin Paddison was in Queenstown with friends.15 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandBody found after fishing boat went missing off Whangārei coastSearch efforts are ongoing to find the other person who remains missing.15 Nov 03:19 AM
New ZealandNew measles case travelled through two main airports before flying to AsiaHealth teams are tracing bus, flight and exam contacts in Wellington.15 Nov 12:18 AM
Crime'You fooled us': Trusted teen was quietly sexually exploiting friend's young sister'He walked into our family like a Trojan horse and brought us all down to ruins and left.'14 Nov 10:00 PM
New ZealandRats, leaks and overcrowded wards show strain at Whangārei HospitalNurses say a store cupboard is used for care, but an upgrade is at least six years away.14 Nov 04:00 PM
Crime'You don’t like being told what to do': Judge jails repeat offender who cut off her ankle braceletNgakurarangi Kohu reversed 15 metres into a police car, narrowly missing an officer.14 Nov 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Groupthink self-interest': Chambers lays into former top cops as recruits graduateThe Police Commissioner has described this week as 'appalling' and a 'kick in the guts'.14 Nov 12:51 AM
New ZealandTop court clears way for major water bottling expansionTe Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa says its kaitiaki duty will continue despite the loss.13 Nov 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Causes significant harm': Police break up North Island drug labs, arrest 10Police also located methamphetamine, a loaded pistol, cash and electronic devices.13 Nov 06:07 AM
New ZealandFrom quarry to sanctuary: Sculpture Park and arboretum turn over new leafDorothy and John Wakeling hand over the Waikato park after a 34-year transformation.13 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandBig test ahead: Govt eyes private model for $1b Marsden Point rail linkMore than 70 organisations have shown interest in building the 19km rail link.13 Nov 12:00 AM
New ZealandPassenger dies in late-night Mangapai crashEmergency services were called to the Waiotira Rd crash about 10.50pm.12 Nov 06:41 PM
AucklandTwo dead after separate overnight crashes in Wellsford and MangapaiPolice say the Wellsford crash happened about 1.40am on Waiteitei Rd.12 Nov 06:31 PM
New Zealand‘Waikato, we need to talk’: Police plea after deadly month on roadsOctober saw 10 road deaths and at least 19 serious crashes recorded across Waikato.12 Nov 05:00 PM
CrimeRugby players found not guilty in 'threesome' sexual assault trialThe woman told the court she woke to find a second man in bed touching her.12 Nov 12:33 AM
TravelScaling the Duke: A perfect mix of forest, sea and adventureCraving a beautiful day hike? Plan a trip to Duke's Nose.11 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandCut projects, rising need: The fight over Northland’s lost state homesUp to 450 new Kāinga Ora homes were recently scrapped but new building is still under way.11 Nov 04:00 PM
KahuDame Lisa Carrington to enter Māori Sports Hall of FameCarrington joins Māori sporting greats at Tūrangawaewae Marae ceremony.11 Nov 03:57 PM
