New ZealandHonda’s father-son duo dominate opening NZ Superbike roundMitch and Tony Rees dominated the opening round of the NZSBK in Southland.11 Feb 12:53 AM
New ZealandPolice rescue three men missing overnight in Waikaia River rafting ordealPolice were alerted after the trio didn't arrive at a designated pick-up point.09 Feb 04:13 AM
New Zealand'Bit of a shock': Self-shedding ram sells for $24,500It was the top price for a ram throughout the North and South Islands this year.05 Feb 05:01 PM
New Zealand‘Safe, effective and affordable’: New health minister backs fluoridation stanceCouncil will make a decision soon on whether to turn on the fluoride taps on March 28.05 Feb 04:02 PM
New Zealand‘Rich Māori culture’: Rotorua to host major indigenous health conferenceOver 600 health professionals, researchers, clinicians, advocates and families will visit.04 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandMeteorite over South Island causes massive sonic boomCloud cover prevented pinpointing the meteorite's exact location.01 Feb 03:11 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle‘A piece of nothing’: A high-country family’s ambitious farm succession planSusan and Willie MacDonald weren't the chosen ones – but their children might be.31 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandMDMA disguised as dodgy-looking crockery smashes 'sophisticated' drug operationPolice swoop after package declared to be dining plates was actually plate-shaped MDMA.31 Jan 07:29 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Over $400 a month’: Economists see mortgage savings boost to economy in 2025Two economists have crunched the numbers on mortgage costs in 2025 and the news is good.30 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandTen helicopters join battle to control 1200ha blaze near Tiwai PtTiwai Bridge is closed to all traffic except fire crews and smelter staff.30 Jan 05:03 AM
New ZealandFour helicopters join battle to control 120ha blaze near Tiwai PointNo structures are affected, but people should avoid the area.29 Jan 05:18 PM
New ZealandThai woman named as person killed in Southland crashTwo people were critically injured following the two-vehicle crash.27 Jan 06:43 AM
Agribusiness‘Appalling’: Grazing firm fined $48k after hundreds of cows left to wallow in mudTwo workers resigned after being told to return the cows to muddy paddocks.23 Jan 03:04 AM
New ZealandTwo critically injured after state highway crash near Winton, SouthlandAccident has closed part of SH6 and a traffic detour is in place.21 Jan 06:50 AM
New Zealand‘He wasn’t going anywhere': Elite cyclists' high-speed chase to collar bike thiefProfessional cyclists took off after a $15k road bike was allegedly pinched. 20 Jan 01:21 AM
New ZealandElite cyclists chase down bike thief The thief attempted to pilfer the road bike from under the resting elite cyclists' noses.19 Jan 07:43 PM
New ZealandA rock and a hard place: Jailed quarry worker loses job after unexplained absenceHis partner tried to inform the company, but the details were unclear.19 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandToxic algae warnings for Southland riversThree warnings in place for Southland.17 Jan 02:55 AM
New Zealand'You will regret it': Kidnapper's sinister words to woman who thought she would dieThe woman was kidnapped, strangled, and robbed by her ex-partner.15 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandShearing it around: Huge weekend of action from north to southCompetitions throughout NZ will culminate in solo world record attempt on Monday.15 Jan 02:53 AM
New Zealand‘Apparently I have passed away’: Dunedin woman writes own death notice before dying on New Year’s DayBee Chittock suffered from a rare genetic condition.09 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyFuture stars of First XV rugby: Top 10 players to followMeet the group of schoolboy players who are poised to shine in the future.06 Jan 09:30 PM
New Zealand‘Never an employee’: Driver’s claim for unjust dismissal dismissedEmployment offer withdrawn after conditions unmet; man loses compensation bid.06 Jan 07:07 PM
New Zealand‘Brainless numpty’: Council post shames toilet vandalsRiverton’s new $620,000 public toilets were vandalised overnight.06 Jan 06:54 AM
New ZealandAwash with guns: Frontline cops face chilling daily arsenal of lethal firearmsThe deadly arsenal includes military-style semi-automatic assault rifles.03 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: New Year Honours List shows the exceptional Kiwis who stepped up in 2024OPINION: If you're thinking of how you want to change, there's plenty of inspiration.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Serious incident’: Three injured in Te Anau highway crashTwo people were taken to hospital in a critical condition.29 Dec 07:29 PM
New ZealandChristmas Day capsize: Two men found clinging to boat in FiordlandPhotos show the helicopter hovering over the men before they were rescued.26 Dec 05:54 AM
New Zealand'Muggy, warm and humid': Heavy rain for upper North Island tomorrowMetService says rain is on its way, with possible good news for South Island firefighters.14 Dec 11:31 PM
New ZealandMurder in paradise: Who killed Karen White?She was killed at her Lake Hāwea home on March 8 – but by who? Anna Leask investigates. 13 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe NZ region that uses the most methMethamphetamine use equated to an estimated weekly social harm cost of $34m.13 Dec 04:51 AM
New Zealand'Significant assault': Police reveal more details of Lake Hāwea homicidePolice have returned to the house where they say Karen White was killed on March 8. 11 Dec 07:42 PM
Business$50k apartment NZ's cheapest 2024 sale so farThe $50k apartment might have looked like a steal, but came with a sting.11 Dec 06:19 PM
New ZealandThousands spent on unsuccessful wallaby huntDroppings discovered which likely belonged to a wallaby but the culprit was never found.05 Dec 02:30 AM
