New ZealandHandcuffing Napier children 'unjustified', pushing one headfirst into wall 'excessive''We haven't recommended a criminal prosecution nor an employment process in this case.'02 Dec 09:56 PM
New ZealandPetrol in his blood: Gooch wins Ministock 100 Senior crownKickass cousins: Koby Driver of the Night, second placing to Brodie02 Dec 08:54 PM
New ZealandOutdoor fire restrictions amid vegetation fire surgeThere have been 69 vegetation fires in the last month.02 Dec 08:30 PM
New ZealandWatch Live: Boris Johnson in studio with Kerre WoodhamBoris Johnson live in the studio with Kerre WoodhamWatch02 Dec 07:42 PM
New ZealandTaking truants' parents to court will 'punish' poor families, iwi leader saysThe minister says only adults being genuinely obstructive or neglectful risk being fined.02 Dec 06:44 PM
New Zealand'Please return the land': Gifted section proposed to be given back, 60 years onA new trust would 'use the land for the benefit of the hapu and the community'.02 Dec 06:42 PM
New Zealand80,000 chickens to be culled as bird flu spreads to second shedThere is no indication the H7N6 virus has spread beyond the farm. 02 Dec 06:42 PM
New ZealandWhat you need to know after bird flu found on Otago chicken farmWe’ve heard a lot about H1N1. Should we be worried about this other strain?02 Dec 06:31 PM
Rugby'Like thugs': Lawyers clash in high-profile rugby rape trial involving two KiwisFive former Grenoble rugby players on trial for 2017 hotel rape; media excluded.02 Dec 05:42 PM
KahuAwanuiārangi to teach international students through indigenous lensWānanga to use online and in-person lessons for Tulalip students from next year.02 Dec 05:37 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbySchool rugby: Nation's best sevens schools decidedTauranga Boys' College win the Condor Sevens, marking their first national title in style.02 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandKaitāia’s Sweetwaters Aquifer project held up by abatement noticeThe Environmental Protection Agency stops work on the Far North water supply project. 02 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandDesert Rd closure pushed back a week but concerns remain'I think motorists will throw their hands up in horror.'02 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It’s too late once pēpē are born': Urgent call for jabs as whooping cough cases riseNorth has low vaccination levels, more smoking, and housing insecurity.02 Dec 04:00 PM
Crime'The risk of explosion is high': Fake gasfitter put lives at riskJohn Arthur used fake ID to pose as a gasfitter for people with boats and motorhomes.02 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandHigh nitrate levels trigger health warning for South Canterbury residentsDo-not-drink notice issued in Waimate as nitrate levels breach safe limits.02 Dec 05:59 AM
New ZealandKiwi musician found dead in UK after taking unidentified pillsThe young musician had been living in the United Kingdom for over a year.02 Dec 05:08 AM
New Zealand'We give back where we can': Appeal's big boost from sports groupsHalfway through the appeal, donations are tracking well with large donations rolling in.02 Dec 04:38 AM
New ZealandAll poultry exports on hold until NZ eradicates bird flu outbreak40,000 chickens are to be eradicated at Moeraki farm as a bird flu outbreak is contained.02 Dec 04:33 AM
New ZealandRainbow crossings are not pedestrian crossings, council saysRainbow crossings not pedestrian crossings, council says.02 Dec 04:24 AM
New ZealandYealands Estate Winery founder dies aged 76Peter Yealands has died at 76 leaving a lasting legacy in wine.02 Dec 04:15 AM
New Zealand'Mōrere is finally reawakened': Beloved hot springs to reopen after two years of closuresThe Mōrere Hot Springs will be open in time for Christmas. 02 Dec 03:45 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay drought closer as 30C temperatures forecastDrought looms: It was one of the Bay's driest Novembers.02 Dec 03:25 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'A lot has changed': Two centuries since Battle of Pakake shaped Hawke's BaySaturday’s gathering included descendants of those killed, including significant chiefs.02 Dec 02:57 AM
New ZealandNew CEO has spent 30 years with Matamata councilManaia Te Wiata has been the council's group manager for business support for 30 years.02 Dec 02:42 AM
New ZealandGirls who Grow supporting young women in ag'Now is the time to grow the next generation of female change-makers.'02 Dec 02:30 AM
New ZealandFirst case of high pathogenic strain of bird flu found on Otago egg farmMinistry acting quickly after H7N6 detected on farm in Otago.02 Dec 02:21 AM
New ZealandCouple breathe new life into former Freemasons lodgeNew owners to open a pop-up art gallery at former Freemasons lodge.02 Dec 02:20 AM
New ZealandBig week for Eastland rescue chopper crewThree of six missions involved transportations to Waikato Hospital.02 Dec 02:12 AM
New ZealandHamilton Arts Festival launches 2025 programmeFrom February 21 until March 2, the annual festival will hit the Tron with over 40 events.02 Dec 02:08 AM
New ZealandCould biochar be the wonder product for forestry and farming?Charcoal-like product is made from smouldering woody offcuts in large kilns.02 Dec 01:33 AM
TravelIconic track reopens in North Island after almost three yearsMore importantly, the famous beach will again be accessible by foot.02 Dec 01:32 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Carbon farming with David SeymourDavid Seymour, Doug Avery, Steve Wyn-Harris, Phil Duncan.02 Dec 12:59 AM
New ZealandCritical: Two people flown to hospital after serious Rotorua crashEmergency services were notified about the single-vehicle crash about 1pm.02 Dec 12:24 AM