New ZealandMt Ruapehu's crater lake at record cool temps – but sudden eruption unlikelyRuapehu's crater lake is unusually cool, while Whakaari's eruptive episode may be ending.06 Oct 03:24 AM
New ZealandStretch of Waikato expressway closed between Huntly and Taupiri after single-vehicle crashDrivers asked to find alternative route.06 Oct 03:18 AM
New ZealandCouncil CEO resigns amid claims of a toxic environment; ERA finds both sides at faultFar North Council CEO Blair King said he felt 'isolated' and lodged a PG in 2022.06 Oct 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFonterra staff numbers on $100,000-plus swell in tough economic yearMost of the rises among regional New Zealand staffers.06 Oct 02:54 AM
New Zealand'Emerge stronger than ever': Te Puia claims Supreme Award at Rotorua Business AwardsIt was one of the earliest tourism operations to close its gates due to the pandemic.06 Oct 02:16 AM
New ZealandHomicide investigation under way in Tauranga after body found in Gate PāThe man's body was found on a walkway near George Street around 8.45am.05 Oct 10:20 PM
New ZealandRotorua woman dies two weeks after attack, man charged with second murderThe woman and her husband were attacked in their Western Heights home on September 23.05 Oct 09:12 PM
New Zealand'Loud rumbling, heavy shaking': Strong earthquake hits WellingtonThe magnitude-5.7 earthquake struck minutes after 5am.05 Oct 08:37 PM
New ZealandTauranga teen swimmer beats NZ recordsThomas Magill has been flying in the pool of late.05 Oct 07:00 PM
New ZealandKeeping up with the kākāpō: In the bushes with a New Zealand taongaSince the kākāpō returned to the Waikato last year, they have been keeping rangers busy.05 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMisspelled road signs called out by residentsThe Council and NZTA have both attracted criticism for recent road sign spelling blunders05 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandDealing with 'ticky and lousy sheep' in 1921"Tick-infested sheep will not thrive, and tick-stained wool means low value."05 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandVege tips: Chop and drop - your soil will thank youOpinion: With the warmer weather looming, it's time to get your soil well-fed.05 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNPC: Wellington Lions sink Magpies' home finals bidThe Magpies were made to pay for ill-discipline and defensive lapses.05 Oct 07:34 AM
New ZealandPig hunters report seeing missing Marokopa family, police and helicopters deployedTwo helicopters have been sweeping the Marokopa area today.05 Oct 04:22 AM
New Zealand'Bowl the toll' - residents march to protest toll proposalThe voices of protest could be heard on the streets of Woodville.05 Oct 04:09 AM
New ZealandTararua District toll road protestTararua District residents, including Mayor Tracey Collis marched to protest against the proposed toll on Te Ahu a Turanga Manawatu-Tararua Highway. Video / Hawkes Bay TodayWatch05 Oct 02:57 AM
Crime'Convict me': Cannabis advocate asks for jail timeBrian Borland told a jury they should find him guilty...so they did.05 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandNurse celebrates 50th anniversary at medical centreJean Chegwidden has worked as a nurse for more than 60 years.05 Oct 01:30 AM
New ZealandFormer All Blacks coach Ian Foster receives Hamilton civic awardRugby legend Ian Foster was awarded the Hamilton Kirikiriroa Medal.04 Oct 11:30 PM
New ZealandRaising funds to help Hunter healHunter currently has a physiotherapy program, but his muscles are growing and getting wors04 Oct 11:28 PM
New ZealandOne dead after work-related farm incident in TaranakiEmergency services found a man with critical injuries and he died a short time later.04 Oct 10:53 PM
New ZealandTwo men shot and taken to hospital in Hawke's BayPolice arrived at the property but the men weren't there, having gone to hospital instead.04 Oct 10:40 PM
New ZealandProvince told keep kids out of pre-match haka or risk losing pointsNgāti Porou East Coast face a fine or losing points if fans don't stay off the field.04 Oct 10:00 PM
New ZealandNew sighting of fugitive father Tom Phillips reported, police make fresh inquiriesThe Herald understands a group of young pig hunters reported the sighting.04 Oct 08:08 PM
New ZealandOne dead and two injured in Whakatāne crashA person was airlifted to hospital but sadly died later, police said.04 Oct 07:45 PM
PremiumPremiumAll BlacksHow Brian Lochore's gentle leadership shaped New Zealand rugbyHow a humble farmer became a World Cup-winning coach: Brian Lochore’s legendary journey.04 Oct 07:12 PM
New ZealandPools or poo pipe? City debates where it should invest $2 millionThe mayor says the community wants its spas back. But major project costs are climbing.04 Oct 07:01 PM
New ZealandMahé Drysdale's uncle spent $56k in fruitless bid to beat nephew in electionWho spent the most on their bid for a seat at the Tauranga City Council table?04 Oct 07:00 PM
PropertyBach-owners say Airbnb booking fees and 'app tax' are crushing them - 'it’s just not worth it'Some are considering selling up and bookings drop.04 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Leaving assets in the UK? A cautionary note for returning KiwisOpinion: Kiwi expats often leave more than just a trail of Euro summers in the UK.04 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow Hawke’s Bay rugby has defied the New Zealand sporting credit crunchInside the proud provincial rugby union defying player drain and credit crunch trends.04 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand'They don't give a toot': Should councils help more with rabbits?Pest controller says councils are "fixated" on possums, stoats, weasels, and rats instead.04 Oct 04:02 PM
New Zealand'Living fossils': Rare species found at stream restoration siteSurprise discovery may change the future of the restoration project.04 Oct 04:01 PM