New ZealandWoman raped during game of 'truth, dare or command' too scared to resistHe had sex on his mind and used the game to manipulate the woman, the judge found.14 Apr 12:05 AM
New ZealandWidow devastated no prosecution to follow timber mill tragedySorav Saini was killed in a machinery accident. His wife wants 'justice'.13 Apr 07:30 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Are NZ Rugby fans at risk of losing the All Blacks?OPINION: NZR has a commercial formula for the All Blacks - it means less home games.11 Apr 05:00 PM
Travel news'We're f*****': Passenger frustration after grounded flightPassengers smelled fuel through air vents, causing diversion.08 Apr 11:02 PM
New ZealandAir NZ flight grounded, passenger reports smell of fuelA passenger said they could smell fuel coming through the air vents.08 Apr 07:46 AM
New Zealand‘Cover-up’: Family demand answers after child sex offender’s prison deathKingi Hemi died in Ngawha Prison in November. His cause of death remains unknown.05 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSouth Taranaki kura community rallies after 11 students injured in van crashThree students remained in hospital on Thursday afternoon but all are expected to recover.03 Apr 05:26 AM
New ZealandStudents on sports trip in South Taranaki crash, 13 people injuredHastings Rd is closed for a Serious Crash Unit examination.01 Apr 11:25 PM
Entertainment‘Edgy’ comedian Jimmy Carr set to return to the NZ regions he previously roastedThe comedian's previous remarks about some NZ towns ruffled Kiwi feathers.01 Apr 03:45 AM
New Zealand‘No fluke’: Proposed rates rise far below forecastIt has taken 'a lot of hard work' to get there.30 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Could have been different’: Quick response saves school library from fireThe fire was caused by an air ventilation fan.27 Mar 08:09 PM
New Zealand‘Incredibly, incredibly grateful’: Family praises first responders to Taihape crash 'Without those people, the outcome could have been completely different.'25 Mar 02:47 AM
New Zealand'Sweating profusely': Man found hiding in wardrobe after breaking into home, stealing undiesThe victim went into his bedroom to get changed and saw the man in his wardrobe.24 Mar 07:00 AM
New ZealandMissing New Plymouth girl found safe and wellThe girl was last seen around 2.30pm on Sunday.23 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandWhanganui police breath test nearly 10,000 drivers over two days'Our aim is to prevent tragic incidents on our roads.'23 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocation of $5.3m Powerball winner revealedThere was a big win for the south in last night's draw.22 Mar 10:43 PM
New Zealand‘It’s etched in my brain’: Mum recalls moment she was run down, crushed against wall'By that point, there was no time to move. I looked at the ute, I’m like ‘f*** I’m dead’.'22 Mar 10:00 PM
New ZealandLotto Powerball: One very lucky punter $5.3 million richerBig wins continue for Lotto players in 2025.22 Mar 07:40 AM
ReviewsKarl PuschmannKarl Puschmann took his kids to Womad. ‘You should too’Opinion: 'Womad is the perfect event to expand young (and old) minds.'21 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandA Mongrel Mob teen’s court lies in a murder case and a two-year police probeHe gained his Mongrel Mob patch before sentencing but told the court he had cut ties.19 Mar 08:00 PM
TravelNew Zealand comes to Minecraft: Which six NZ destinations made the cut?It's hoped that the popular online game will help boost tourist numbers.18 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandTwo dead in two-vehicle crash blocking SH3 near New PlymouthThe fatal accident occurred on Main North Rd near Ohanga Rd.18 Mar 08:14 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandJuicy Fest, Timeless Summer Tour companies owe more than $2.4mOne ticketholder fears the chances of a refund are 'extremely low'. 17 Mar 10:05 PM
Travel newsNew Zealand's Best Baches: Meet this year's 2025 Bach Of The Year winnersAn inside look at the 10 standout private baches recognised in this year’s awards.17 Mar 05:00 PM
KahuWhy mau rākau workshops captivated Womad festival attendeesMau rākau helps youth manage emotions and connect with their cultural identity.16 Mar 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Felt sick': New Plymouth woman wins $1.5 million in Lotto StrikeThe woman normally buys her tickets in person but ran out of time so tried MyLotto.13 Mar 06:04 AM
New ZealandWoman raped in game of truth, dare or commandJudge: 'He set out this night to have sex with this young woman'.12 Mar 07:00 PM
New ZealandHigh school teacher who groomed two students can now be namedThe Whanganui teacher was sentenced to home detention last year.12 Mar 12:57 AM
New ZealandHealth NZ apologises over woman’s month-long wait for ultrasound resultsA New Plymouth woman's ultrasound results were delayed for a month.11 Mar 07:59 PM
New Zealand‘Never had a blind person’: Uproar after small-town museum bans woman's guide dogThe museum near New Plymouth says it was a misunderstanding and apologised.11 Mar 02:50 AM
New ZealandWatch: Rescue helicopter responds to New Plymouth crash in which four people seriously injuredEmergency services were called to the scene of the two-vehicle crash in Burgess Park.09 Mar 06:17 AM
KahuOver 21 million people engaged with the Te Matatini 2025 festival onlineWhy Te Matatini 2025 was a landmark event for kapa haka enthusiasts 02 Mar 07:15 PM
Kahu‘The waiata goes into my ears and out my eyes’: Te Matatini magicTe Kapa Haka o Ngāti Whakaue won Te Matatini 2025 with a standout performance.01 Mar 06:00 AM
LifestyleIt’s a busy weekend in Auckland with classic cars, movies, Pride and moreHere's how to spend the first weekend of autumn.28 Feb 05:00 PM
