Crime'Great work by our officers': Gun and ammo seized after police pursuitMan in court after stolen car leads police to firearm and ammunition.19 Sep 03:27 AM
New Zealand'Got my full backing': PM Luxon defends Nicola Willis after GDP declineGDP shrank 0.9% in the June quarter, more than double the forecast drop.18 Sep 10:06 PM
New ZealandFar North ‘in crisis’: Calls grow for mandatory dog desexingFar North euthanasia rates are high because of aggressive, unrehomable dogs.18 Sep 05:00 PM
CrimeDistressed teen throws drink, walks out while giving evidence in abuse trialThe girl became upset while discussing claims against two Oranga Tamariki caregivers. 18 Sep 06:00 AM
New Zealand'A bigger risk': The alarming history of the man who shot Brownie the dog in the head at supermarketPolice once issued a plea not to approach Daniel Livingstone, 'a high-risk offender'.18 Sep 04:49 AM
CrimeWhangārei police seek two men after ‘cowardly’ aggravated robberyThe victim briefly lost consciousness during the late-night assault.17 Sep 09:39 AM
New Zealand'Who would steal a ramp?': Outrage after theft traps woman in her homeWithout the temporary ramp, Sholeen Schultz cannot safely leave her Whangārei home.17 Sep 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumCryptoVanishing act: Liquidators still searching for boss of collapsed Auckland crypto firm two years onGood news, bad news for customers of failed cryptocurrency exchange.17 Sep 05:00 AM
CrimePublic figure in court: Interim name suppression granted in assault allegationThe charge relates to an alleged assault in Whangārei on Monday.17 Sep 04:00 AM
Politics‘It’s biblical’: Shane Jones on his ascension to NZ First deputy leaderMany assumed the experienced MP was the party's deputy leader already.17 Sep 12:14 AM
New ZealandNut today: Customs bust $9m drug haul hidden in macadamia nut parcelsA parcel with over 2kg of meth was traced to a 31-year-old Waihī man.16 Sep 11:22 PM
New ZealandHundreds gather in Whangārei to celebrate Māori Language WeekHundreds of students gathered in Whangārei to celebrate Māori Language Week and the legacy of Māori leader Dame Whina Cooper. Video / Sarah CurtisWatch16 Sep 08:45 PM
Crime'If you ran, you were hit harder': Jury hears child abuse claims against Oranga Tamariki caregiversOne girl told police she was locked in a room for three days without food.16 Sep 08:00 AM
KahuFlags, waiata and haka bring Dame Whina’s historic hīkoi to life againThe commemorative event brought together hundreds of students from seven Whangārei schools16 Sep 05:30 AM
PoliticsGovt scrambles to change law allowing convicted abusers to adopt internationallyMPs will debate the changes under urgency in the House today.16 Sep 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: We need to rethink the funding model for Fire and Emergency NZOPINION: Ageing fleet and breakdowns mean the funding model must be reviewed.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFood rescue milestone: Northland charity delivers 1m kg of kai to hungry homesWhakaora Kai has redistributed tonnes of food in Northland since 2017.14 Sep 05:00 PM
Travel newsTravel Alerts: Celebrate culture, cuisine and cycling across New ZealandSpring brings festivals, food, art and wine experiences.13 Sep 06:32 PM
PoliticsChris Bishop flags Northland housing crisis, expressway progressNorthland housing deprivation was a key issue for the minister "of nearly everything". 12 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Political violence': Candidate's roadside sign blasted with shotgunOther candidates standing for elections in Northland report death threats and damage.12 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandChina partnership offers 'a new era' for NZ velvetFrozen velvet can now be imported into China for processing.12 Sep 03:00 AM
CrimeElderly couple tricked into handing over bank cards not the only people at risk: NetsafeOnly 17% of scam victims in New Zealand ever recover their stolen money.11 Sep 05:30 AM
New ZealandTom Phillips' body released to family as police continue campsite examinationA postmortem was completed yesterday and his case has been referred to the coroner.11 Sep 04:48 AM
New ZealandFrom car yard to courtroom: Dealer sentenced over 'significant' Clean Car rebate fraudHamish Gardyne falsely claimed rebates on 119 Nissan Leafs in early 2023. 10 Sep 03:18 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: What’s really at stake in Kingsland in the battle over housing and heritage?Kingsland’s 3540 residents live at twice Auckland’s average population density.09 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandConflict at Northland Regional Council top table investigatedTui Shortland and Geoff Crawford resolve matters directly after complaints are dismissed.09 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandWellington house prices nearly 30% below peak as slide continuesWellington City - West values have plunged nearly $432,000 since the peak.08 Sep 10:32 PM
New Zealand'More important than ever': Push for money talks to boost financial literacyA recent report showed only 23% of Kiwis rate their financial knowledge as 'excellent'.07 Sep 05:00 PM
Crime'Unsettling': Stolen $130k trophy reappears in woman's home nine months laterManawa Hepi broke down in court after hearing the owner didn't hold a grudge.07 Sep 05:00 AM
Crime‘False and malicious’: Luxury resort worker vindicated after five-year legal fightOperations manager Belle Mumby was accused of theft and forgery at Carrington Resort.07 Sep 04:00 AM
LifestyleWhat to do in Auckland this weekend: Father’s Day ideas, live music, theatre and roastsPlan your weekend with this round up of the best events in Auckland and beyond.05 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Is David Seymour Auckland's housing saviour? I was horrified to see Sir John Key at the dictator showcaseOPINION: Yet another stupid statement from Te Pati Māori MP Mr Ferris, a reader writes.05 Sep 05:00 PM
CrimeLost his cool: Man chased teen with chainsaw after disagreement about loud music'You acted... in the heat of the moment, that is no justification for your behaviour'.05 Sep 08:00 AM
New ZealandAnimal rescuers say 'ugly' culture of chaining dogs a 'tragedy waiting to happen'Animal rescuers says dogs are treated as possessions rather than family in Northland.04 Sep 05:00 PM
