OpinionBen FrancisBen Francis: Sports fans lose when referees are abusedOPINION: Referees face abuse across all levels of sport and something must change.27 Jun 03:07 AM
Rugby'Disgusting': Details emerge over referee abuse leading to rugby postponementMana College fans' behaviour sparked the decision after a contentious call.27 Jun 03:04 AM
New Zealand'Step in the right direction': Council to investigate land return to hapūThe decision comes after a petition signed by more than 2500 people.26 Jun 10:19 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Local government reform could mean reshaping, not ditching, regional councilsOPINION: Shane Jones argued there's no compelling case for regional councils. Is he right?26 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely unreal': Dive trip inspires young conservationistsThe trip to one of the world's best dive spots rewarded the passion of nine Northlanders.26 Jun 12:00 AM
SportReferee abuse leads to all Horowhenua-Kāpiti rugby games being canned this weekendAn incident involving school teams has forced Horowhenua-Kāpiti Rugby Union's hand.25 Jun 07:46 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Wool carpet contract a win for more than oneOPINION: Kāinga Ora has confirmed a $2 million contract for the supply of wool carpet.24 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'You’re going to need somewhere': Boy racers call for changePolice faced dangerous driving, fireworks and unlawful assembly perils at a Levin event.24 Jun 08:19 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAI could add $3.4b to NZ economy – if we can address areas where we lagNew Zealand is behind in some areas, such as AI uptake and skills.24 Jun 03:00 AM
WorldSuspect in McCann case to be released early after fine paidChristian Brueckner's release moved to September 17 after a fine was paid.23 Jun 07:08 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyLost their way: Auckland Grammar fall to Sacred Heart in tough contestChristchurch Boys' High won a thrilling match against St Thomas 61-40.23 Jun 04:25 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: How society's views on homelessness miss the markOPINION: An estimated 112,496 people were homeless in the 2023 Census.22 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTararua District Council to install water metersMeter installations will begin at the end of this year and will make things 'fairer'.22 Jun 01:40 AM
New ZealandSurvivor of triple-fatal crash on learning to walk with a prosthetic legHe lost an arm and a leg in a crash that killed three friends.21 Jun 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'It was my calling': Inside the Taupō farm taming wild horsesThere are 93 horses still facing an uncertain fate. 20 Jun 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Rusty but running': 1940s bulldozer still going strongRobin Hill retired at 58 and began collecting tractors, including a 1940s Fowler VF.20 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Māori are long-term investors' - learning from success and failure working with iwiDevelopments with tangata whenua: what spells success - or not?20 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand‘Explosions’ ring out over Palmerston North as multiple cars burnFire crews were called to Tremaine Ave at 4am to tackle the blaze.19 Jun 09:44 PM
New ZealandWhat Bremworth’s $2m Kāinga Ora contract means for Whanganui 'Inclusion of wool is a win for New Zealand’s farmers.' 19 Jun 05:00 PM
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
New ZealandFamily's plea for answers four months after man's death at beachPolice do not consider Mikey's death suspicious; it's with the coroner now.18 Jun 10:24 PM
New ZealandNumbers revealed for tonight's $25m Powerball jackpotIt's time to check your ticket for the winning numbers.18 Jun 08:23 AM
RacingPlatinum Diamond leads strong contender trio in Ōtaki featureLisa Latta's top pick for Ōtaki is Platinum Diamond.18 Jun 06:37 AM
RacingBranciforti targets Cambridge race ahead of Polytrack Championship defenceShe'll compete in the Kylie Little Racing 1300 and be ridden by Michael McNab.17 Jun 05:30 PM
New Zealand'Perfect chance': Homeowner's Matariki lightshow a new tradition for Napier'It gets dark at 5pm. It’s a perfect chance for parents to bring their kids.'17 Jun 12:02 AM
New ZealandNew Zealand braces for potential arrival of deadly H5N1 bird fluIn October 2024, H5N1 was found in king penguins on Crozet and Kerguelen islands.16 Jun 10:18 PM
New Zealand'Lots of frost': NZ braces for sub-zero chill, possible 'heavy rain' before MatarikiMuch of the South Island is set to plunge below 0C tonight and tomorrow.16 Jun 08:21 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWhy Rotorua's First XV victory over Hamilton is one for the agesKing's College celebrated a 23-17 victory over Auckland Grammar, securing the Cooper-Greenbank Cup.16 Jun 05:01 AM
New Zealand'Inappropriate restraint': Disabled woman found with socks taped to handsHer carers said the socks were to stop the woman from chewing on her hands. 16 Jun 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Abhorrent': Manawatū iwi outraged over secret radioactive waste facilityThe waste includes depleted uranium from redundant radiation devices used to treat cancer.15 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMother questions why we don't have tougher boy racers laws, 12 years after daughter's death in street race'As soon as I opened the door and I saw the police... I fell to the floor. I screamed'15 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Horrific tragedy': Two dead after boat capsizes off Pātea coastOne survivor was plucked from the water as rescue crews recovered two bodies. 15 Jun 02:37 AM
RacingWar Machine wins in emotional tribute to late NZ racing figuresThe 4-year-old won the Stradbroke Handicap at Eagle Farm on Saturday.14 Jun 06:00 PM
Racing'Weather won't help': Challenges face Mercurial at Te RapaRainy conditions could challenge Mercurial, who struggles on heavy tracks.13 Jun 10:07 PM
