Latest from Taranaki
Man who abducted a baby when he stole a car claims his actions were 'over-criminalised'
Michael Jai Smith drove away as the child's distraught mother banged on the car's windows.
'His death has had a huge impact': Napier First XV's inspiration
Coach Willie Tran praised his team's character after a tough first half.
Huinga dairy farmer celebrated at national sustainability awards
Brendan Attrill was named the 2025 National Ambassador for Sustainable Farming.
Society Insider: Property titan’s luxury car storage club; Eric Watson’s son's MDMA business
Plus, Beauden Barrett's new side hustle.
Numbers revealed for tonight's $25m Powerball jackpot
It's time to check your ticket for the winning numbers.
Watch: Behind the scenes at this year's Smokefreerockquest and Showquest
See performances from talented up-and-coming musicians around the country.
'Loveable rascal': Family, school mourns 6yo boy lost in boat tragedy
A boatie who helped with the rescue effort says 'heart-wrenching is an understatement'.
Why Rotorua's First XV victory over Hamilton is one for the ages
King's College celebrated a 23-17 victory over Auckland Grammar, securing the Cooper-Greenbank Cup.
6yo believed among two dead in boat capsize off Taranaki
Three people were on board the boat when it got into trouble off the Pātea coast.
'Horrific tragedy': Two dead after boat capsizes off Pātea coast
One survivor was plucked from the water as rescue crews recovered two bodies.
Rescuers search for two people after boat capsizes near Pātea
One person is being treated while the search continues for two others.
‘Sink it, for all I care’: Mother calls for crane's removal after son’s fatal fall
Two people have died after jumping off the historic Hikitia crane in Wellington.
'That's what a true blue doco is': Why Lisa Burd's new film comes with a content warning
A boots and all tribute to the women saving rugby.
'Blown away': Taranaki teen's heartfelt gesture for childhood friends with cancer
Emmett Lawrence is fundraising for Amelia and Bodhi Neil, who both have cancer.
'We still have that risk': Thunderstorm chance remains in north, skifields to open in south
The wet weather has also caused a mudslide that's blocking a North Island highway.
Search continues for New Plymouth woman missing for two nights
Jan was last seen walking north along State Highway 3.
Aucklanders brace for stormy wake-up as thunder, lightning lash NI's west
A puff of chilly air will blanket NZ this weekend – but not as cold as last Saturday.
Thunderstorm threat looms over NZ, downpours for the south
A heavy rain watch is in place for North Otago until this evening.
Numbers drawn for Lotto's $17m Powerball prize
Time to check your tickets to see if you're a winner.
Watch – 'Freaky and very loud': Twisters touch down in Taranaki, locals fear for safety
Powerco crews restored power to two properties in Pungarehu.
Attack victim faced possible amputation after dog 'ripped' chunk from his leg, 'ate it' in front of him
The man was at the property to fix a car when Boogi the dog lunged and bit his leg.
Gregor Paul: Behind the strategic timing of Mark Robinson's resignation
Robinson's tenure saw record revenue of $285m and $175m in reserves.
The 'sobering' report on Māori kids in the system: ‘My dreams will come true...even if it takes a while’
The “oranga tamariki system” includes Oranga Tamariki, police and several ministries.
Man on meth hit water at 98km/h after Wellington crane leap
Jarreth Colquhoun waved to a crowd below before jumping into Wellington Harbour.
Taupō businessman to face trial on rape, bribery charges
The man is one of three accused of trying to bribe the complainant.
First XV wrap: Scoreboard drama as Sacred Heart clinch last-gasp victory
Palmerston North edged Hamilton 21-19, their first win since 2011.
Wellington leads in income, South Island shines in low unemployment
Wellington now ranks high in housing affordability due to falling prices.