'Could have occurred at any time': Efeso Collins died from ‘silent’ disease

The Green MP died in February 2024 after competing in ChildFund’s Water Run event.

More rain and gales before winter chill sets in

Temperatures will drop to seasonal averages after what has been a warm start to winter.

'I've been stabbed': Resident describes late-night assault at housing block

Resident Angus Jowitt said he heard shouting and saw people running.

Smith takes six, Black Caps lose three chasing 254 for victory over England

New Zealand are 218 runs away from an incredible fightback win at Lord’s.

'Crossed the line': Signature exposed in tenancy case

The adjudicator ended the hearing early after the landlord's outburst.

Empty library, closed playground: Tiny school calls for funding to save it

'I walked into what was the school library, and there were zero books.'

'Rome wasn’t built in a day': Sisters on their cattle breeding journey

Jamie and Jess Hoggard are making a name for themselves in Northland’s cattle industry.

Letters: Comparing apples with electricity

OPINION: A writer compares the electricity market to the "expensive apples" market model.

A hive of activity: Fieldays gears up for four-day primary sector mega event

More than 1200 exhibitors and 14,700 contractor inductions are planned.

Family devastated as support dogs feared to be stolen

Amanda Hacche suffers from complex PTSD and anxiety panic disorder and the missing dogs had helped keep her grounded. Audio

Gulf Harbour body trial: Documents reveal defendants' 'unconventional' lives

Four family members are accused of the kidnapping and manslaughter of Shulai Wang, whose body was found wrapped in black plastic bags at the Gulf Harbour Marina…

All six members of Psychotherapists Board resign

The board's role, according to its website, is to ensure psychotherapists are qualified, competent and fit to practise.

North Island prepares for thunderstorms, heavy rain

Weather warnings and watches are in place for large parts of the North Island after residents lost power in a lightning storm. Audio

Choppers lead the charge in third Kaimanawa horse muster

The animals live on Defence Force land near Waiouru and the musters are an important part of keeping the population in check, to protect the alpine environment. Audio

'It's not acceptable': Disability advocates have no hope new report will lead to change

The report by the Health and Disability Commissioner delves into the experiences of disabled people in the health system, looking at complaints made between 2023 and 2025. Audio

'Violation of our whakapapa': Iwi celebrates sentence for pounamu smugglers

Boyuan Zhang and his mother Xin Li have been fined a combined $5000, the first time anyone has been sentenced for smuggling pounamu. Audio

Nelson weaving exhibition dedicated entirely to mountain daisy Tikumu

Once a taonga for weavers, the knowledge of weaving techniques for the large leafed flower had almost been lost. Audio

Hopes dairy boom will buffer farmers from impact of Middle East war

Four months into the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, economists are forecasting the costs of the closure and its impact on dairy farmers' bottom lines.

Iwi owing DOC $2m welcomes external review

Documents reveal that since 2021 Ngāti Kuri Trust Board has been awarded $4.6 million in funding, grants and service contracts.

Man arrested after stabbing in Auckland CBD

emergency services were called to an apartment building on Greys Avenue at around 10.35pm after reports that two people had received stab wounds.

Organisers of event where Efeso Collins died took adequate measures - coroner

The former Green Party MP died in February 2024 after suffering a cardiac arrest at a charity event in Auckland's Britomart.

'Belgium are scary': Ryan Nelsen on NZ's World Cup chances

Ryan Nelsen, the man who led New Zealand in our last World Cup campaign 16 years ago, says the 2026 team will have a big target on its back.

Prisoner on the run after being let out on 'compassionate grounds'

Police said those who spot the man should not approach him and call 111.

Gulf Harbour trial: Defendants' 'unconventional' lives revealed

Four family members are accused of the kidnapping and manslaughter of Shulai Wang, whose body was found wrapped in black plastic bags at the Gulf Harbour Marina in 2024.

All six members of Psychotherapists Board resign

The board's role, according to its website, is to ensure psychotherapists are qualified, competent and fit to practise.

NZ will raise China's 'inappropriate' ban on MPs directly, Luxon says

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says he appreciates Australia's support over China's "entirely inappropriate" ban of four New Zealand MPs from its shores.

Hundreds trade tents, cars, overcrowded houses for warm, dry homes

Regional New Zealand's biggest social housing development to date has opened in Whangārei, giving more than 300 people stable accommodation.

Police seize $4.8m in assets in Canterbury drug operation

Four properties, 27 vehicles and more than $100,000 in cash have been restrained following last month's Operation Shelby arrests.

Rundown Greymouth Port to get $8 million makeover

It comes as the council has struggled to maintain the critical piece of infrastructure in the West Coast town.

Rain eases, cool temperatures return as front moves offshore

There is still a chance of heavy showers but the general trend is an easing of the rain that slammed into the country in the past two days.

The hunt for the $28.6m Lotto winner that’s got a town buzzing

From suspicious mechanics and poker-faced pensioners to absent politicians and hopeful shopkeepers, we set out to uncover the identity of Ashburton's mystery $28.6 million Lotto winner.

On the trail of the Christchurch terrorist, and what he told us first

A new book is set to reveal details about the Christchurch terror attack, and the shooter’s previously undiscovered online trail, the authors say.

The cause of late Green MP Efeso Collins’ sudden death revealed

Green MP was entirely asymptomatic and had no warning signs before his fatal collapse at an Auckland charity event, coroner finds.

‘Terrified’ parents sound alarm in wake of tragic death on school van

The review of special school transport comes after an autistic boy died while escaping van on way home.

‘Million-dollar views but no equity’: The coastal dream being swallowed by the sea

The sea has already taken land, fences and homes at Port Waikato. A community-built seawall has bought time, but residents say a long-term plan is needed.

'I've been stabbed!' - Police called to central Auckland Kainga Ora complex

A resident of the housing unit said at least a dozen police officers and about four or five police cars, along with an ambulance, were at the scene.

This ‘monster’ received a 40% discount and was jailed for six years. He’s free after less than two

Triple rapist George Murphy Starling’s credits included a good character discount National has proposed to abolish if re-elected.

‘I am guilty’: Midwife’s registration cancelled after stealing prescription drugs from hospital ward

When confronted about missing pain pills on a hospital ward, a night-shift midwife immediately confessed.

School mourns boy who ‘brought warmth and care’ after horror Desert Rd crash

Leidy Andrade Avirama died alongside two of her children.

Organisers of event where Efeso Collins died took adequate measures, coroner rules

The Green Party MP died in February 2024 after suffering a cardiac arrest at a charity event in Auckland's Britomart.

Picture of the week: A high five for a double bass player

An audience of 1800 school kids were bussed into Michael Fowler Centre on Thursday to hear New Zealand Symphony Orchestra musicians perform as part of Education Minister Erica Stanford’s announcement that all primary schools will get musical instruments.

Rules permit speaker Gerry Brownlee to claim $237,000 for staying in his Wellington townhouse

In total, $2.5 million has been paid in accommodation entitlements during this Parliamentary term to MPs who own homes in Wellington.

The ‘most influential far-right terrorist in history’ and 'a complete loser': New book demystifies the Christchurch terrorist

Two researchers found hundreds of online messages posted by the terrorist before his deadly attack that intelligence agencies never knew about.

A Kiwi in the Kremlin - Russian strongman employed NZ au pair

Russian leader Vladimir Putin among the super wealthy seeking New Zealand childcare.

Behind the glow-up plans for this tired Wellington hub

A group of Wellington business have unveiled a vision to turn the capital's tired entertainment strip into a vibrant arts and hospitality precinct once again.

How we found the terrorist online

BOOK EXTRACT: Newly discovered posts by the mosque terrorist reveal a great deal about his opinions, his motivations for his attack and his preparation.

My Wellington: The joy of feeding people and lunch with the bucket fountain

Ian Kerry has been a chef and restaurateur for over 35 years. He and his wife Emily own Bond St Deli.

Inside the programme launching a generation of Māori innovators

Māori are under-represented in the world of science and tech. A classroom-based programme aims to change that.

Why your child's school report may look worse this year

With standards now much higher for each year group, many students new to the refreshed curriculum are not meeting the criteria.

Organisers of event where Efeso Collins died took adequate measures, coroner rules

The Green Party MP died in February 2024 after suffering a cardiac arrest at a charity event in Auckland's Britomart.

Developer says council’s 30m length rules for terraced housing will add unnecessary costs for buyers

New design rules create extra risks for developers and will make terraced homes more expensive to buy, according to Brooksfield director Vinny Holloway.

Rules permit speaker Gerry Brownlee to claim $237,000 for staying in his Wellington townhouse

In total, $2.5 million has been paid in accommodation entitlements during this Parliamentary term to MPs who own homes in Wellington.

The ‘most influential far-right terrorist in history’ and 'a complete loser': New book demystifies the Christchurch terrorist

Two researchers found hundreds of online messages posted by the terrorist before his deadly attack that intelligence agencies never knew about.

Catios booming as support rises for a cat containment law

One Canterbury builder is turning custom-made catios into a thriving business.

Dedicated gluten-free harvester used for Methven’s coeliac-friendly quinoa crop

Methven farmer Andrew Currie has spent decades trialling unconventional crops as he builds a niche Canterbury-grown quinoa business.

How we found the terrorist online

BOOK EXTRACT: Newly discovered posts by the mosque terrorist reveal a great deal about his opinions, his motivations for his attack and his preparation.

Inside the programme launching a generation of Māori innovators

Māori are under-represented in the world of science and tech. A classroom-based programme aims to change that.

Undemocratic or essential: The 20-year legacy of the Christchurch and Banks Peninsula merger

As Canterbury councils face a massive shake-up, past lessons show that bridging the gap between urban budgets and rural voices is no easy task.

Why your child's school report may look worse this year

With standards now much higher for each year group, many students new to the refreshed curriculum are not meeting the criteria.

Job seekers find grass is greener down on the farm

Job seekers are being ‘called back to the land’ and finding the grass is greener down on the farm.

A Kiwi in the Kremlin - Russian strongman employed NZ au pair

Russian leader Vladimir Putin among the super wealthy seeking New Zealand childcare.

Kiss and tell: Chiefs coach lifts lid on special connection with Reds counterpart

Saturday night’s qualifying final will see Jono Gibbes go head to head with Les Kiss, the man who he acknowledges helped make him as a coach.

What new, bigger councils are coming? Tracking progress on amalgamation

Last month RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop gave councils an ultimatum and a tight deadline for reform. Here’s what’s happened since then.

The farm vote is back in play as old economic pressures return

Christopher Luxon rebuilt National's fortunes by winning back farmers. As he heads to Fieldays, there are growing signs he may have to do it all over again.

Hill country grit and genomics success for King Country stud

Alan and Kerri Blake are living out their rural dream in the heart of the King Country, bringing together modern technology and traditional practices.

Watch out for the Fieldays road closures

Next week’s event is set to attract thousands of visitors, so temporary road closures will be in place.

Government freezes GP fees in proposed Health NZ deal

GP fees will be frozen from July 1 under a proposed Health NZ deal to raise capitation funding by 6% in a shake-up that will leave some practices better off and others worse off.

A legacy in Hamilton Gardens, conservation and a choir

Betty Collins’ life (1952-2026) has been described as ‘an exemplar of a migrant story’ - and she ‘knew plants inside out’.

A woman who ‘held everything together’

Valarie Langley’s jobs ranged from court stenographer to working with MPs and an Anglican bishop - and those were just the paid roles.

Act to campaign on reducing ‘absolutely ridiculous’ cost of school uniforms

Pharmac chair Paula Bennett gets 63% pay increase approved by David Seymour

New bar to give Ponsonby Rd a lift as Deadshot closes its doors

NZ Airports boss moving to tech start-up

Ferrari-driving businessman says he was forced to help with record $100m meth plot

Case of the disappearing cows: Hundreds of animals registered to 1-acre beachside home

'A big barrier': Nearly all NZ state schools now offer free period products, but calls grow to expand

Cocaine use across NZ leaps to record-breaking high

Schools turn to record number of overseas-trained teachers amid shortages

'Extensive' delays as car rolls in rush-hour crash on Auckland's Southern Motorway, lanes blocked

The loneliness of being Black in New Zealand

‘New Zealand’s racism has a specific texture. It doesn’t announce itself with a megaphone.’

Hear me out: I love people blasting their bluetooth speakers in public

Accepting things that are out of your control is a humbling experience – and so is accepting the joy of other people.

My uncertain childhood was my path to architecture

I feared that my reality was too raw for a profession that celebrated perfection.

Help Me Hera: I’m 24 and moving back in with my parents

Why do I feel like such a failure?

Dating Files: A 22-year-old student who falls hard and fast

‘She asked me to fly overseas with her to a slightly sketchy country for a fourth date.’

Is New Zealand-made clothing hanging on by a thread?

Local fashion makers are concerned for the industry that enables our ‘Made in New Zealand’ pride.

The cost of being: A dairy farm worker who’s saving money ‘because I feel like I should be’

‘One area where I’m a bit of a tightwad is power, as I pay the whole bill myself.’

Love, actually, at 32: ‘I miss penetrative sex at times’

What it’s really like to be in a nearly 10-year relationship while flatting.

Summer has come at last! Unfortunately it is nearly winter

New Zealand just experienced some of its longest stretches of dry weather on record. For some reason they came in mid-to-late autumn.

Moving to Australia won’t solve all your problems

The constant coverage of people leaving New Zealand and finding better lives could give you the wrong idea.