New Zealand'The biggest issue we face': Northland mayors unite on dog control crisisMP Grant McCallum has called for a meeting with the region's mayors about dog control.19 Feb 05:00 AM
TravelThree friends. 30 degrees. No phone: What happened on my digital-free NZ road trip'Get lost we did. Except I didn’t know it... and it didn't matter.'19 Feb 04:00 AM
PremiumAnalysisAlice SoperAlice Soper: Big questions face Aupiki 2026 as Blues set the paceOPINION: Questions over the 2026 Super Rugby Aupiki season, which kicks off on June 13.19 Feb 03:01 AM
PremiumNew ZealandHow did your school rank? See the NZ secondary schools and students topping Cambridge exams18 Feb 06:58 PM
New ZealandFar North pensioners hit with 'crippling' council rent hikes of up to $100 a week18 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsBlood cancer patient lauds ‘brilliant’ drug funding, ministers avoid saying whether failed promise now honoured 18 Feb 03:41 AM
Crime‘He looked evil’: Witness describes man's demeanour on night he allegedly killed ex-partner'He is fried as f***, he’s scratching his head with a big knife', man messaged partner.18 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandFamily of Northland woman killed in Kaihu dog attack say death was 'tragic'Mihiata Te Rore, 62, died at a rural State Highway 12 property in Kaihu on Tuesday.18 Feb 01:52 AM
New ZealandFrom Waikare to the operating theatre: Young intern eyes neurosurgery careerThe $20,000 scholarship helped Whiti Hoori leave remote Waikare to study.17 Feb 10:00 PM
New ZealandKaihu dog attack: Multiple complaints made about animals before woman's deathResident says they complained at least four times about roaming dogs in the area.17 Feb 06:42 AM
Crime'He is fried as f***': Text warning before ex-partner's alleged murderJasmaine Reihana's body was later found in the back seat of a burnt-out car.17 Feb 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Tragic': Person mauled to death by dogs at Northland home Inspector Maria Nordstrom says the dogs involved have been restrained.17 Feb 12:43 AM
Politics'Very underfunded': Dentists warn teen dental care model at breaking pointOne dental clinic has increased private prices to subsidise treatment for teens.16 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandOranga Tamariki staff allegedly shot at with air rifle during home visitPolice arrested a 16-year-old, plus seized an air rifle and imitation pistol. 15 Feb 11:18 PM
New ZealandFrom Waipu to the world: Local fitness pair target Hyrox podium in SwedenWaipu teammates Gilly Costello and Mick Treend will race in Stockholm in June.15 Feb 10:00 PM
New ZealandPregnant mum forced to travel for cancer treatment. Soon others in her area won't have to'Every part of life would have been that little bit easier,' says cancer survivor.15 Feb 07:15 PM
KahuSelf-described 'Germaori' continues fight to halt research into archaeological wakaCatherine Sixtus has claimed her Germanic ancestors should qualify as Māori.15 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandNorthland fears over 'nangs' as bigger gas canisters found dumpedCommunity clean-ups are now finding commercial-sized 3.3L gas canisters.14 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandPerson dies after being thrown from vehicle in late-night Whangārei crashThe Serious Crash Unit examined the scene and the road has now reopened.14 Feb 07:05 PM
Travel newsFour cities, one summer: Where to find the biggest festivals across the regionNever run out of things to do this summer.14 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘She always put family first’: Son’s heartbreak after mum dies in crashDiana Tam, 44, died when her vehicle crashed on State Highway 1 near Oakleigh.14 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandWeather whiplash: Northland soaked with 299% of normal January rainSome of Northland's east coast areas measured six or seven times their usual January rain.14 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandNorthland teen’s standout effort wins top Blue Light life skills awardBlue Light has run these NZ Defence Force camps for 14 years nationwide.13 Feb 10:00 PM
New ZealandThree long marriages, one big question: What really makes love last?Their stories span sneaky pub visits, cruise ship courtships and shared grief.13 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Should have known the risks': Winning horse and trainer test positive for meth Ival Brownlee claimed he hadn't used since 2012 - but hair tests proved otherwise.13 Feb 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSafety fears and $100-a-week bills: Why Health NZ parked its hospital fees planLeaked documents show staff warned 'market rate' fees would punish workers.13 Feb 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Good luck': Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown slams Kaipara-Rodney breakaway pitchThe plan would merge North Rodney’s 50,000 people with Kaipara’s 30,000.13 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandHapū ‘horrified’ by digger works on Northland beach; council investigatingNRC officers halted the 10 to 15 tonne digger after three complaints.12 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandFuel boost: Marsden Point tank to store jet fuel for 10,000 flightsThe $30m restored tank will more than double Z Energy's private jet fuel storage.12 Feb 03:00 AM