New ZealandFrom top to bottom: Gisborne slumps to last on economic scoreboard, locals still optimisticResidents say there is more to the story than Gisborne's economic ranking suggests.19 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandRotorua chef denies arson of his own homeThe fire took place around midnight and took firefighters three hours to control.19 Jun 06:00 AM
Crime'I will kill you all': Woman carried child while shoplifting, threatened to stab staffThe 24-year-old shoplifted 19 times last year, stealing more than $12,000 in goods.19 Jun 05:52 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay disability fitness programme recognised on national stageHawke's Bay disability fitness programme finalist in NZ awards again. Video / Rafaella MeloWatch19 Jun 05:41 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJamie Ensor‘Ardern lives in exile’: Jones attacks gas ban, calls for apology in fiery hearingThe Resources Minister came to the select committee sporting a Make NZ Great Again hat.19 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandHawks retire No 14 to honour the career of Willie BurtonBurton arrived as an American import. Forty years later, he's honoured as a Hawks legend.19 Jun 04:57 AM
New ZealandMeth, ammunition, homemade taser seized in dawn police raidArmed Offenders Squad and drug detector dogs executed two search warrants on Wednesday.19 Jun 04:30 AM
New ZealandWatch: 'Hand of God' controversy in schoolboy rugby scrumCrestfallen Hastings Boys' players were 'pretty emotional' about the incident, says coach.19 Jun 04:29 AM
New ZealandCold showers, decontamination for workers at scene of truck crash'The clean-up was thorough and there is no ongoing risk.'19 Jun 04:15 AM
New ZealandSecond person charged with interference in teen homicide investigationThe 21-year-old woman allegedly instructed someone to destroy evidence.19 Jun 03:44 AM
KahuOn The Up: 'Geeks and creatives' hope award shows rangitahi they 'belong in tech''We really have something special going on here,' the academy co-founder says.19 Jun 03:10 AM
New Zealand'Serious and violent': Six injured in brawl after burnout confrontationA 22-year-old was charged with aggravated robbery.19 Jun 02:50 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Hello Brendan, goodbye RowenaBrendan Attrill, Peter Newbold, Chris Russell, Hamish McKay, and Rowena Duncum. 19 Jun 01:47 AM
New ZealandBlind and deaf man dies after hit-and-run, police release new images of suspectA motorcyclist overtook a car and struck Paige Johnson on a pedestrian crossing.19 Jun 01:04 AM
New ZealandColdest morning of the year hits Hawke's Bay, just in time for MatarikiDon't worry, it's warming up now.19 Jun 12:19 AM
New ZealandLeague player's preventable death prompts coroner's warning of 'run it straight' trendTere Livingstone died in 2023 after receiving two head knocks while playing league. 18 Jun 11:35 PM
EnergyBig four power firms near deal to secure Huntly's back-up roleNew Zealand's big power generators want to offset dry-year risk. 18 Jun 10:57 PM
New ZealandHuinga dairy farmer celebrated at national sustainability awardsBrendan Attrill was named the 2025 National Ambassador for Sustainable Farming.18 Jun 10:37 PM
New ZealandBid to reopen bar closed for months divides communityThe aspiring new owners say they have 30 years' experience in hospitality.18 Jun 09:33 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPublican on rugby, running 'tough' bars, and the night he sold 85 kegs of GuinnessReg Hennessy has owned pubs, taverns and liquor stores over a nearly 50-year career.18 Jun 07:32 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Overly aggressive' letter from Napier mayoral candidate upsets national motor caravan bodyThe board removed Nigel Simpson as Hawke's Bay chair just one month into the role.18 Jun 06:08 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulOpinion: How Crusaders and Chiefs unearthed great talent from other regionsBoth clubs blend local talent with key recruits for long-term success.18 Jun 06:01 PM
New ZealandBelle of the ball: Shop owner gives away formal dresses and suits to high schoolersBelle Ward didn't go to her school ball because she couldn't afford it.18 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Technology has come so far': Drones could be coming to farms and beaches near youDrone Zone displays how technology is revolutionising farming, fishing.18 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLuxon visits a great wall in China – and it has a message for him The Prime Minister got a rundown on what Chinese tourists want on day one of his visit.18 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'It could save your house': Family’s safety warning after ‘worst nightmare’ fireA Givealittle page to support the whānau had raised just over $19,000 in seven days.18 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A let-down': Iwi challenges DoC, minister over ski field dealsThey allege the Crown ignored Treaty obligations by not engaging with them.18 Jun 09:18 AM
PropertyFamily selling their ski chalet to get better parking spot for their planeWaikato couple built luxury A-frame in National Park.18 Jun 07:25 AM
LifestyleWatch: Monteith’s Wild Food Challenge final returns to Auckland after 11 year hiatusA live cook-off featured ox heart, wapiti, wild boar and plenty of edible wildlife.18 Jun 06:32 AM
New ZealandPolice warn gangs after major drug operationPolice arrested 20 Greazy Dogs members over alleged meth crimes in Bay of Plenty.18 Jun 06:04 AM
New ZealandDrones could be coming to farm sheds and beaches near youAt Fieldays’ first Drone Zone, manufacturers and businesses had the chance to showcase how drones are revolutionising farming and fishing. Video / Maryana GarciaWatch18 Jun 06:01 AM
New ZealandEx-Outlaws leader bought guns for protection while on parole, sold meth to pay for themThe convicted drug dealer was a friend of murdered Outlaws president Peter Lui. 18 Jun 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Life-changing': International flights return to Hamilton AirportJetstar's first planes to Sydney and Gold Coast have taken off from Hamilton this week.18 Jun 05:23 AM
New ZealandFather, daughter steal $190k in ATM heist, $159k still missingThe pair's sentencing was delayed to give them time to recall where the missing money is.18 Jun 04:09 AM