New ZealandPolice probe as bomb threats spark evacuations at NZ schools and organisationsSchools in Auckland, Christchurch and Timaru were forced to evacuate.23 Jun 04:11 AM
New ZealandAppeal hearing date set as triple child killer Lauren Dickason nears parole eligibilityHer Court of Appeal hearing in Wellington begins on February 9, 2027.22 Jun 02:48 AM
New ZealandFalcon taxi: Injured bird's epic South Island relay drive to new homeDrivers relayed the falcon hundreds of kilometres to Blenheim for care.12 Jun 12:03 AM
Talanoa'Life will never be the same': Heartbreak after best mate's death in Muriwai rocks tragedy11 Jun 08:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: NZ school choir goes viral, hailed 'incredible' by UK pop star behind original song10 Jun 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Nefarious conduct': Disgraced landlord back before Tenancy Tribunal – again07 Jun 02:00 AM
PremiumSchool RugbyAuckland Grammar end nine-year drought ahead of season-defining three weeks02 Jun 02:12 AM
New ZealandFarmer 'Clever Dave' found trapped by 316kg tractor tyre in fatal farm incident31 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbySaved by the pub: Schoolboy First XV make kickoff in borrowed vanSt Kevin's still won 60-10, reaching Wānaka with time to warm up.26 May 01:00 AM
EntertainmentWomen directors close Cannes, putting gender imbalance in spotlightOnly five of the 22 main competition films at Cannes were by women.25 May 02:05 AM
New ZealandOne dead after two-vehicle crash closes SH8 near TekapoThe crash happened near Tekapo Canal Rd, south of the Tekapo-Pūkaki Canal Bridge.24 May 06:49 AM
PremiumPremiumSport‘Unfair advantage’: Auckland Grammar rowers challenge Christ’s College’s 1988 Maadi Cup winSome of the school's 1988 crew have asked officials to revisit the outcome of the race.22 May 04:29 AM
New ZealandFire jumps highway in central Canterbury, route partially blockedStop/go traffic management is in place on SH77, and motorists should expect delays.21 May 12:31 AM
New ZealandMore than $110k raised for family of pilot killed in Mt Aspiring helicopter crashPilot Tim Brown and guide Sean Roach died during a hunting flight on Sunday.21 May 12:08 AM
New Zealand'Bit of a relief': Exporter hails prospect EU may exclude leather from deforestation rules The proposed exclusion is welcome for the leather maker but opponents say it's 'nonsense'.19 May 11:58 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyFirst XV wrap: Sacred Heart attack too much for defending champsSacred take heart from a huge second half to beat defending 1A champions.19 May 12:40 AM
New Zealand'Widely known and deeply respected' pilot remembered after fatal helicopter crashPilot Tim Brown and guide Sean Roach died during a hunting flight on Sunday.18 May 09:06 PM
New Zealand'Devastated': Experienced pilot and guide named as Mt Aspiring helicopter crash victimsThe chopper was chartered for a hunting trip, police confirmed. 18 May 02:31 AM
New ZealandWintry chill to wet: Frosty sub-zero temps across weekend before rain returns Temperatures fell below freezing for some this morning, with one spot dipping to -5.8C.15 May 07:28 PM
New Zealand'Bledisloe Cup of tap water': NZ's best local drop named ahead of transtasman duelThe Kiwi champ was edged out by Katherine's water plant in the transtasman taste test.15 May 03:14 AM
Kahu'Proud kaiako' launch te reo learning platform for schools nationwideTen schools across the country tested Whatakai Rokiroki before its official launch.14 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand$12m Powerball jackpot up for grabs in tonight's Lotto drawThe lucky Lotto numbers have been revealed.13 May 08:25 AM
AucklandWinter is coming: Auckland temps to plummet, coldest nights since SeptemberThe week ahead is forecast to be a pearler – but a cold one. 12 May 02:41 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyFirst XV rugby wrap: All the top schoolboy rugby action nationallyGrammar made to work hard but secure victory; top-of-the-table clash set for North Harbour11 May 05:36 PM
New Zealand16 Kiwis now $21k richer after Lotto draw – where lucky tickets were soldThe $10m Powerball jackpot was not struck and grows to $12m on Wednesday.10 May 03:05 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand500 schools ranked: New NCEA hotspots list – where top marks meet affordable housingAnalysis reveals schools with highest academic results and cheaper houses.07 May 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsThe schools with the biggest fall in NCEA L3 achievement – and how they’re fixing itOur interactive graph lets you see how your school's results have improved or declined.06 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyFirst XV wrap: This Auckland school has made an early statementThe contest suggested they will seldom be out-muscled, out-run or out-thought this season.04 May 09:30 PM
TravelThe island reinventing itself as the South Pacific’s newest adventure hubIt’s time to put this idyllic destination back on your radar. 02 May 07:00 PM
SportWhite Ferns: Young guns step up for World CupRising batter Izzy Sharp, aged 21, heads to her first T20 World Cup.02 May 05:01 PM
New Zealand'Cold and crispy': Frosty start to May as temperatures dive near zeroTemperatures as low as -1C are expected, however sunny clear skies make up for it. 01 May 05:00 PM
