New ZealandHot air balloon makes unexpected landing near South Island townTen passengers, including eight Australians, were aboard during this morning's incident.23 Jun 02:51 AM
New ZealandHottest June day ever for Christchurch, amid strong winds and rainThe city has hit 25 degrees - a record high for the first month of winter. 20 Jun 02:35 AM
PremiumBusinessThe million-dollar givers: Which wealthy Kiwis donate, how much and why New Zealanders donated around $3.8b to charities last year. Who are the biggest givers? 19 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandFire crews battle large Dunedin blaze feared to have trapped residentsA fire investigator is examining the cause of the late-night blaze.13 Jun 10:12 PM
New ZealandFrosty weekend but rain and wind edging closer with incoming weather systemAttendees at Fieldays and the Warriors match will enjoy chilly but mostly settled weather.12 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentHollywood superstar spotted on busy Auckland streetDespite Momoa's casual attire, many fans swarmed the street.12 Jun 04:40 AM
New ZealandHow ‘liquid gold’ from Kiwi cows became a premium beauty exportIts formulae contain about 72% colostrum, far higher than industry norms.12 Jun 12:11 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
New ZealandKiwi PhD student among 16 honoured globally for groundbreaking cancer researchHer research builds 3D models of endometrial cancer using patients' fat cells.11 Jun 11:03 PM
New Zealand'It's Alaska': New trailer of Brad Pitt's latest Hollywood blockbuster shot in NZ releasedDirector David Ayer said the rugged New Zealand shoot felt just like Alaska.11 Jun 10:17 PM
New ZealandEight arrested, $120k cash and drugs seized in Queenstown police operationA local security firm has lost its licence following the arrests.11 Jun 10:16 PM
New Zealand'Seriously remorseful': Mussel firm fined $24k for unpermitted shellfish transportThe unpermitted moves risked the Bluff oyster fishery’s vital biosecurity.10 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: NZ school choir goes viral, hailed 'incredible' by UK pop star behind original songSinger Paris Paloma liked, commented on, and reposted the students’ video.10 Jun 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Several persons of interest': Police treating Ōamaru school fire as suspiciousPolice now have several people of interest in the inquiry into the suspicious fire.09 Jun 11:50 PM
New ZealandDeveloper behind gondola plan faces fury at public meetingOfficials warn the project could add 1350 daily trips on already tight roads.09 Jun 08:31 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyQueenstown rental crunch drives developer’s plan to nearly double apartment schemeInfrastructure Minister Chris Bishop has referred the project for fast-tracking.09 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Distressing': Law exam scrapped mid-test after wrong paper given out, uni apologisesSome students said the three-hour paper counted for their full course grade.09 Jun 05:21 AM
New ZealandAstronomy fans booking best spots to see 2028 total eclipseOtago will see a total solar eclipse on July 22, 2028.09 Jun 01:32 AM
TravelWhere to go this Christmas: 8 Kiwi spots worth booking nowBest places to make a pit stop, pull up a chair, have a mosey or stay out for a while. 09 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandFirefighters contain large vegetation fire near Waitaki Boys' HighCrews were called to the blaze near the school before 9am.08 Jun 10:41 PM
New ZealandOtago Polytechnic campuses closed after bomb threat email triggers evacuationAll students and staff were told to evacuate campus buildings just after midday.08 Jun 01:08 AM
All BlacksTony Brown to join All Blacks but to remain with World Cup rivalsHe will finish his Springboks contract after the 2027 Rugby World Cup.07 Jun 06:32 PM
Olympics'Appetite for these competitions': Why Olympics star is bringing new venture to NZ'It’s been on my wish list for The Snow League ... so, it’s a very pinch-me moment.'06 Jun 04:20 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGhost streets: The empty second-home problem plaguing QueenstownCensus data shows 35.5% of Kelvin Heights homes were unoccupied in 2023.06 Jun 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingWattie's back in profit but financials confirm 200 pea growers hit by cutbacksRevenue fell 10.2% to $666.7m, led by steep drops in frozen and convenience meal sales.04 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandFire rips through Arrowtown restaurant, crews battle blazeCrews from Arrowtown, Frankton and Queenstown battled the fire.04 Jun 05:15 AM
