New ZealandHard cash! Midweek windfall for lucky Rotorua Lotto playerThirteen second division winners in Wednesday's draw. 15 Apr 08:08 PM
New ZealandWatch: CCTV captures high-speed roundabout skid before youth arrestsPolice said road spikes were used to stop the fleeing car at about 7.20am.14 Apr 12:55 AM
New Zealand‘It’s not just a boys’ world' at the Methven Ute MusterThe Methven A&P show pays homage to the ute each year with its Ute Muster.12 Apr 10:45 PM
New Zealand'Look after the land and people': High country couple win top award'We now have five generations of family who've worked on this property in some capacity.'05 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandCyanide confirmed as toxic chemical behind NZ school scare that sent four to hospitalEmergency crews found a low reading of hydrogen cyanide at St Joseph's School.04 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandHunter who broke ‘number one rule of hunting’ and shot dead young cancer survivor avoids jailPaul Stevens fired from about 20m at what he called a 'dark, shadowy image'.03 Mar 07:38 PM
New ZealandEllesmere College lockdown: School says knife rumours ‘unfounded’Police found the report of a weapon at Ellesmere College was incorrect.02 Mar 05:17 AM
New ZealandSummer ends calm, but colder, wetter blast to hit as autumn arrivesA cold, rain-bearing front will sweep north, reaching Palmerston North on Sunday.27 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandSummer to single digits: Cold blast brings autumn in with a 'bang''It’s autumn coming in with a bit of a bang', said a MetService meteorologist. 27 Feb 02:53 AM
New ZealandFour rushed to hospital after chemical detected at Canterbury primary schoolThe alarm was raised about 9.40am, with emergency services attending. 27 Feb 01:06 AM
New ZealandLabour MPs dust off gumboots for annual Federated Farmers meetingLabour's Jo Luxton is promising a reset after farmers felt 'too much too fast'.25 Feb 07:43 PM
White Ferns'It was a very special moment': HBJ title hero on cusp of White Ferns debutOff spinner Nensi Patel is one of two Northern Brave players called up.24 Feb 09:30 PM
White Ferns'A natural leader': Amelia Kerr set to lead new-look White Ferns sideKerr leads a reshaped New Zealand side that is missing several senior stars.24 Feb 02:28 AM
New Zealand ANZ Business of The Year Awards for the Ashburton DistrictLocal mayor says the biennial event was an inspirational affair. 23 Feb 06:50 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInside the alcohol monopoly of this NZ city and the power of the licensing trustA 1944 vote created a trust that still blocks beer in supermarkets.21 Feb 10:41 PM
New ZealandGreenpeace protest targets revamped Rakaia salmon statueThis year's Rakaia salmon contest will run without anyone catching fish.15 Feb 10:07 PM
New ZealandThe adventurous life behind Betty's 100 yearsSome mothers like tea and scones, but Betty prefers watching heavy machines build bridges.05 Feb 05:09 PM
New ZealandStorm-hit roads cut off beekeepers and threaten honey harvestRoad closures after the January storms have left hives stranded mid-harvest.04 Feb 08:02 PM
New ZealandWhere to find the sun this Waitangi weekend as North Island heats upTemperatures in multiple North Island centres are expected to soar into the high 20s.04 Feb 04:00 PM
Christchurch'A hell of a ride': Mates take on 3000km charity missionThe two-team Rescue Warriors will ride the length of the country.02 Feb 09:05 PM
New ZealandWatch: NZ's biggest fish released - Rakaia's giant salmon returns to SH1The giant fish has been given a $300,000 makeover. 02 Feb 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness100-hour weeks, packed shelves: Inside NZ’s newest supermarket brandChristchurch store has grown its range by 30% in three weeks and is eyeing a second store.31 Jan 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Big region of instability': Heavy rain and thunderstorms set to pummel NZThunderstorms are most likely for western North Island areas later this week.13 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandWet change coming: Low-pressure system on way after scorching spellA heavy rain warning could be issued for Thursday across Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough.12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPreparing for summer’s hottest weekend: 37C in one city, looming fire threatWhat to expect over the coming days as temperatures soar in north and east.07 Jan 02:01 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom sawmilling to $2b empire: The Kiwi rich-listers most people have never heard ofThe Richardson Group's wealth was reported at $600 million this year.01 Jan 09:00 PM