New ZealandMan says he walked into a room to see his fiancee being raped 'It's not what it looks like,' the man accused of rape allegedly told her fiance.20 May 07:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOn The Up: The 'iconic' Mount Maunganui building getting 'a makeover''I would love something to go in here that is an asset to the town ... '19 May 07:34 PM
PoliticsPolice response to family violence questioned: NGOs considering ‘stab vests’ for staffMinister Karen Chhour's advisory group is flagging serious risks of injury or death. 19 May 05:00 PM
LifestyleJoe Biden's 'aggressive' prostate cancer diagnosis explainedJoe Biden was diagnosed with prostate cancer, which affects 1 in 10 Kiwi men.19 May 05:45 AM
New ZealandThe end of an era: Hillier Centre closes after decades of community serviceThe closure has prompted several organisations to relocate. 19 May 02:26 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool Rugby'A superstar in the making': The First XV star carving up in Moascar CupNathan Stephens, a Year 13 student, impressed with a stunning fullback performance.19 May 01:00 AM
New Zealand'I'm the outcast': Niece speaks of how uncle's sexual assault made her the villain'I feel as if I’ve lost so much more from your actions than you did,' she told him.18 May 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Worst it's been': How cafes are adjusting to soaring butter prices'Butter-wise, we haven't passed the buck on to the consumer yet.'18 May 05:04 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerOpinion: US-China tariff truce sparks major market reboundUS and China agreed to a 90-day tariff truce, reducing tensions significantly.18 May 04:00 PM
PoliticsLuxon announces $164m for new 24/7 urgent care servicesThe Prime Minister made the pre-Budget health announcement in Botany this afternoon.18 May 01:22 AM
New ZealandHow NZ beaches inspired UK author's debut novelClaire Frances visited the Bay of Plenty in 2003, camping on Omanu Beach.18 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandSevere weather warnings: 120km/h gales, thunderstorms possibleMetService has forecast heavy rain and strong northwest winds.17 May 11:18 PM
New ZealandWeather onslaught: Rain, damaging gales, thunderstorms to sweep over NZThe stormy conditions have already started in the south and will spread north Sunday. 17 May 02:21 AM
New ZealandTeen claims she was kicked in the head for not handing over her $700 hoodieBut the other teen claims she ended up with the hoodie after a mutual clothing swap.17 May 01:00 AM
LifestyleCentenarian celebrates 103rd birthday with family and friendsJoan has two children alive, 11 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.16 May 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentSir Roger Hall at 86: Can the man with the Midas touch still spin box-office gold?A love letter to Auckland, End of Summer Time brings Dickie Hart back to the stage.16 May 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Frightened all the time': Inside a $3m kiwifruit tax evasion scam'Money mule' was allegedly kidnapped and assaulted after threatening to blow the whistle.16 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand14 rescued from launch sinking off Tauranga coast'Fourteen people on board are all accounted for and back on dry land.'16 May 04:06 AM
New ZealandBuilding momentum: Ōtūmoetai College's legacy spans six decadesThe school grew from 800 students in 1965 to over 2000 in recent years.16 May 04:01 AM
New Zealand'Flaxmere's time': 150 social homes planned for Hawke's BayHawke’s Bay was chosen due to high emergency housing needs and waitlists.16 May 03:01 AM
New ZealandSoldier in a hen house: Battle of Crete veteran's memories sharedMount Maunganui will host a memorial service for Battle of Crete this Sunday.16 May 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Just not sustainable': Rally planned to protest 12% rates increaseOrganisers say the proposed 12% rates increase is unsustainable.16 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandTauranga Mayor finally buys home in city - why he isn't moving in yetMahé Drysdale's new home in Pāpāmoa is rented out for now.15 May 09:28 PM
New Zealand'Like riding on marbles': Motorcyclists blame loose gravel for crashThe crash involved three riders from a group of 12, all aged over 50.15 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandMedical emergency: SH25 closure as person airlifted to hospitalThe person, who suffered a medical event, was airlifted to Waikato Hospital.15 May 08:41 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Staying active - seniors forge bonds at Katikati gymThe trio are all 88 years old and regulars at Katifit on Sheffield St.15 May 07:29 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChildren’s Commissioner: We sit at the wrong end of global bullying rankingsNew Zealand's youth face the second highest bullying rate in the OECD and EU.15 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbySky's First XV coverage welcomed despite Auckland's absenceCoverage starts on May 29 with Nelson College vs Marlborough Boys’ College.15 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandNo pokies for pool hall: Venue struggles after liquor license lossWelcome Bay Tavern reopened as an alcohol-free pool hall, then lost its gaming licence.15 May 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailBriscoes reveals plans for 'mini metro' storesPlus Rebel Sport will unveil its new flagship store design in Panmure this year.15 May 03:07 AM
New ZealandLittle Big Markets a launchpad for thriving businessesThe Little Big Markets began 16 years ago to support small businesses.15 May 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Reality of change': 106yo school in path of new highway faces relocationTauriko School will remain open throughout construction and any relocation.14 May 09:15 PM
New ZealandPolice investigate 'suspicious' fire after Te Puke shed blazeTwo fire crews battled the fire. 14 May 09:10 PM
New ZealandOne person seriously injured in midnight fight in KatikatiThose involved in the fracas left the scene before police arrived.14 May 08:03 PM