New ZealandPolar blast: Coldest morning of year for many KiwisAuckland, Wellington and Christchurch all had their iciest mornings for 2025.07 Jun 09:14 PM
New ZealandSwells reach 10m at Wellington Harbour entrance as polar blast hitsThere's also been nearly a metre of snow at Mt Hutt, and fire crews rescuing motorists.07 Jun 03:33 AM
New ZealandAustralian navy ship disrupts NZ internet and radio servicesHMAS Canberra's radar blocked Wi-Fi from Taranaki to Marlborough.06 Jun 07:44 PM
New ZealandNick Putt reclaims Hawke's Bay Young Viticulturist title"I’m determined to do Hawke’s Bay proud in the nationals,” Putt said. 06 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEducation‘The lost boys’: How to stop our young men falling behind at schoolA collaboration of boys' schools aims to improve outcomes for young men.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Overloaded': GPs, clinics struggle as flu and Covid cases riseGP shortages prompt more patients to use emergency departments for care.06 Jun 08:40 AM
New Zealand13-year-old among five arrested in car theft spree north of ChristchurchPolice used road spikes to stop the stolen cars in Pegasus.06 Jun 06:05 AM
New ZealandAnna Kelland wins Marlborough Young Viticulturist title againKelland will compete in the national final on August 27 in Waipara.06 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandOn the Up: South Island charity touch rugby festival champions mental healthThe festival is taking place in six cities simultaneously on October 10.06 Jun 01:44 AM
Super RugbySuper Rugby roundtable: Which team have the most to prove in the playoffs?NZME's rugby experts answer all the key questions ahead of the Super Rugby playoffs.05 Jun 10:40 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionElliott SmithElliott Smith: The ABs selection questions hanging over Super Rugby playoffsOPINION: Some All Blacks hopefuls are sidelined as their teams missed the playoffs.05 Jun 06:31 PM
Travel newsWatch the whale migration with this festivalHere are some festivals and new travel openings that you should keep an eye on. 05 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKatrina BennettKatrina Bennett: Why Bishop's outburst is totally unlike Whanau's caseOPINION: A beer in hand is worlds away from a self-confessed drinking problem.05 Jun 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRugbyOpinion: The financial puzzle Super Rugby must solve for survivalThe Hurricanes lost $2.1m in two years, seeking $1m from shares.05 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Mixed bag of extremes': Weather forces tough feed calls for farmersSome Northland farms experienced flooding five times in recent weeks.04 Jun 11:51 PM
New ZealandThunderstorm warnings across top half of North Island as heavy rain lashes AklWarnings of localised flooding, severe gales, waves reaching 6.5 metres and snow.04 Jun 09:07 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPaul LewisPaul Lewis: Why NZ's future at No 10 looks brightOPINION: Young first fives like Josh Jacomb and Ruben Love are impressing in Super Rugby.03 Jun 11:25 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: Why the Chiefs have looked a class aboveOPINION: The Chiefs have shown determination after losing the last two Super finals.03 Jun 06:01 PM
New ZealandWhy this winter will be warmer, wetter despite looming cold snapThis winter will be warmer than average, despite a cold snap this weekend.03 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Cold air rushing in': Wintry blast to lash NZ, bringing snow, rain and strong windsStrong wind watches are in place for Auckland, Northland and Bay of Plenty.03 Jun 04:53 AM
PremiumPremiumAll BlacksHow All Black's return to NZ could solve the No 6 dilemmaFormer All Blacks loose forward likely to return home and target World Cup. 03 Jun 04:01 AM
PremiumPremiumReviewsReview: Sky TV nails First XV return but misses big rugby momentREVIEW: That controversial Marlborough Boys' try and the latest in schools rugby.03 Jun 02:01 AM
SportShaun Stevenson confirms departure from ChiefsThe news comes after he sought an immediate release from his NZ contracts in December.02 Jun 11:07 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Scots College rugby default raises serious concernsOPINION: St Peter's Cambridge seek first Central North Island title since 2020.02 Jun 06:01 PM
New ZealandWarm, wet weather to hit NZ before cold snap brings freezing tempsMetService has issued heavy rain watches for parts of the South Island.02 Jun 05:00 PM
Crime'Cry for help': Man's confession exposes dark addictionJudge Rielly: 'His confession was a cry for help, but doesn't excuse his actions.'02 Jun 06:13 AM
RugbyMo’unga shrugs off broken hand to win Japanese titleThe former All Blacks first-five played a key role in the win.01 Jun 10:27 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil GiffordPhil Gifford: Tavatavanawai must be an All Black, despite Highlanders' failureOPINION: Eight talking points from the final regular season round of Super Rugby Pacific.01 Jun 10:00 PM
RoyalsRural community well represented in King's Birthday HonoursThis year’s honours acknowledge contributors to New Zealand’s rural sector.01 Jun 05:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: NZ rugby must tackle its coaching respect issueOPINION: Assistant coaches should not forget who's the boss.30 May 10:01 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisAnalysis: Was the remarkable schoolboy try really against the rules?ANALYSIS: 'It was not from our playbook,' the Marlborough coach Tonga Taumoefolau says.30 May 02:01 AM
New Zealand'Heart of gold': Super Rugby star's moving tribute to slain teenHeartbroken family member of homicide victim says rugby hero's gesture was special.30 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandDisgraced eye surgeon gets parole but banned from CanterburyIan Dallison was jailed after attempting to murder his landlord in Christchurch in 2022.29 May 10:21 PM
SportWatch: This innovative try is dividing opinion – should it stand?World Rugby law 8.20 requires teams to kick at goal if they've indicated intent.29 May 09:00 PM