BusinessWhy property investors are turning to short-term rentals for gainsAuckland's average daily rate for Airbnb is just over $290, the highest in NZ.17 Feb 07:53 PM
New Zealand$600k of ratepayer funding for 22 Northland climate resilience projects $300,000-plus funds 12 Far North-specific climate resilience projects.16 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandLewis Pass reopens, but Hurunui fire still burningSeveral houses on SH7 were evacuated as fire crews battled the blaze.15 Feb 08:07 PM
New ZealandMan’s body found in water off West Coast Police say they are not treating the death as suspicious at this time. 15 Feb 07:03 AM
New Zealand‘We will not give up’: Police reopen 1998 murder cold case Police have reopened a cold case from 1998 in Kakapotahi, West Coast.13 Feb 05:34 PM
New ZealandMichael Voss lines up alongside world’s top trail runners The Tarawera Ultra-Trail, New Zealand's premier running event starts in Rotorua.12 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandHonda’s father-son duo dominate opening NZ Superbike roundMitch and Tony Rees dominated the opening round of the NZSBK in Southland.11 Feb 12:53 AM
New ZealandDesperate mum holding out hope for her only son missing in remote NZ wildernessArgentine Hector Gaston Artigau dreamt of travelling the world. He went missing last week.09 Feb 10:24 PM
New ZealandBlues, board games and Find & Go Seek this weekend A roundup of events happening in Gisborne-Tairāwhiti this weekend, beyond and regularly.05 Feb 11:21 PM
New Zealand15-year-old leads historic hīkoi to forefront of Waitangi eventsKaririkura Taipari, 15, says young people leading the hīkoi is helping pave the future way05 Feb 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Breaks our heart': Investigation into Piha swimmer's rare death between flagsThe swimmer was in a group of seven caught in a rip while swimming between flags.05 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Never ending nightmare’: Survivor confronts Gloriavale abuser in courtFervent Ben-Canaan admitted to indecent acts against girls aged 11 and over.05 Feb 12:28 AM
New ZealandCritically injured person airlifted to hospital after bus, car collide on West CoastThe two-vehicle crash happened around 6.10pm yesterday. 31 Jan 05:04 PM
New ZealandFatal fire: Elderly artist’s remains found beside favourite chairThe fire started with embers falling from the fireplace, but there were no smoke alarms.31 Jan 05:00 AM
New Zealand Covid-19 ‘brain fog’ likely factor in near head-on train crash The experienced engineer recently returned to work following an absence due to the virus. 29 Jan 10:57 PM
New Zealand‘A little bit of everything’: Long-weekend weather a mixed bag for Aucklanders Heavy rainfall warnings have also been issued in the North and South Islands.24 Jan 09:49 PM
PoliticsGovt hints at ‘major’ mining announcement next weekChristopher Luxon acknowledged sensitivity but emphasised the need for growth.23 Jan 07:12 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessTall Timber: NZ’s biggest 20 forestry companiesWho are the companies behind New Zealand's third biggest export trade?22 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFormer Gloriavale members dismiss leaders' apology as insincereApology called 'completely disingenuous' and a 'box-ticking exercise'.20 Jan 06:54 PM
New Zealand'Profound sorrow': Gloriavale leader offers public apology for abuse at secretive sectGloriavale's Overseeing Shepherd delivers public apology demanded by Royal Commission.19 Jan 05:54 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSimon Wilson: We all live in Granity – facing the future in a climate crisisOPINION: As the wild weather gets worse, how will we adapt and how will we pay for it?12 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCops seize $60m of ‘tainted’ property allegedly linked to criminals A look at some of the properties targeted by police - and why they made the move.09 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Imploding': Behind the documentary exploring if there's any future for GloriavaleA popular documentary tracks the history of the controversial community.06 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe confession that provided new hope in a 50-year-old cold caseA Herald investigation in 2019 uncovered fresh evidence in a 50-year-old unsolved murder.30 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhere will the best weather be on New Year’s Eve?Unsettled weather will continue over much of country on Tuesday.30 Dec 03:54 AM
New Zealand‘Sorry to be the Christmas Grinch’: Bad weather forecast for parts of NZMeanwhile, a meteorologist gives his pick for where he would like to spend Christmas Day.24 Dec 11:07 PM
KahuHow stolen pounamu's return paved way for historic public saleAuthentic Tahutahi pounamu available only at Westland Greenstone, Hokitika.17 Dec 05:43 PM
New ZealandEx-Gloriavale man found dead in suspected suicide at West Coast hotelPolice say the death is not being treated as suspicious. 16 Dec 07:13 PM
Business$50k apartment NZ's cheapest 2024 sale so farThe $50k apartment might have looked like a steal, but came with a sting.11 Dec 06:19 PM
Banking and financeGloriavale risks closure after court allows BNZ to shut its accountsTwo-year legal dispute over BNZ's bid to ditch Gloriavale ends.09 Dec 04:30 AM
New ZealandFarmers hope for cattle river grazing renewalsConservation groups have long opposed allowing cattle in the braided river valleys.05 Dec 10:50 PM
New ZealandEnraged butcher was chopping veges before using knives to stab wife to deathPeter Lamont will be released from prison and deported to Britain next year.26 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandPike River 14 years on: Decision over criminal charges looms Police confirm they are working with Crown Solicitor on prosecution case. 18 Nov 07:50 PM
Travel newsPaid parking coming to NZ's top tourist spotsA drive to these natural attractions won't be free for much longer.14 Nov 09:40 PM
