Policy stings arranged marriages
NZ First MP Shane Jones says tough luck as Indian community expresses dismay.
Police minister's expired rego
8:04 PM Keen-eyed constituent spots MP's car rego expired for over a month.
Tenants scramble to find homes
Campground tenants were told they had 24 hours left to make way for a $1b development.
Father guilty of daughter's rape
A South Taranaki man has been found guilty of five charges connected to the 2017 rape of his daughter.
Ardern hails firefighters
8:30 PM Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern visited Auckland's CBD where a fire has been raging since 1pm on Tuesday.
How SkyCity fire will affect commute
Aucklanders should plan for a second morning of congestion and detours as SkyCity fire continues to affect CBD roads.
Plastic rubbish mailed to MPs
MPs, you have mail: Plastic rubbish sent by the public and paid for by you
Serious injury after workplace accident
A person has serious injuries after being 'caught' between a pair of trucks in a workplace accident in Wellington.
Motorcyclist dies at racecourse
A motorcyclist reportedly "slumped over" on his motorbike before colliding with an instructor at a Christchurch race track, then died shortly after.
Euthanasia referendum on the cards
New Zealanders look set to decide whether the country legalises euthanasia.
Pursuit crash passenger's hospital video
A teen in the car that struck and killed a man while fleeing police says the group is "lucky to be alive".
Foul-smelling water floods shops
Newly-built roads were meant to fix drainage trouble. But overnight rain saw worst floods in seven years.
PM: APEC will still be in Auckland
Jacinda Ardern says APEC will still be held in Auckland in 2021, despite the fire at SkyCity's convention centre.
Prosecco bottles recalled
Some Brown Brothers Prosecco Rosé bottles have been recalled because the bottle may break when opened.
The night Deidre didn't come home
It's been nine years since a fleeing driver killed Meynell Jordan's wife. He wants people to respect the police and stop.
Jordan remains deputy mayor
The old guard will be leading New Plymouth's council table for the next three years.
Far-right hat seller donates to ACT
Man who threatened to destroy mosques auctioned off a David Seymour-signed cap to raise funds for ACT.
Safety trumps inmates' letter rights
OPINION: If beefed-up powers for monitoring inmates' mail leave some without an outlet for their most depraved thoughts, that's the point.
NMIT considers course closures
Job losses and course closures a prospect as top of the south's biggest polytech faces funding cuts.
Tim Grocott gets top job
Christchurch's Shirley Boys' High School has appointed a former student as its new headmaster.
Otago uni's $90m residential college
The 450-bed residential college will cater for an expected increase in students and is expected to be operational by 2023.
Go Buddy makes riding safer
Unable to mountain bike alone due to the danger, a 14-year-old Taranaki boy has designed a Bluetooth tracking device to keep him safe.
Dirty tidal pool 'dangerous for children'
A dirty tidal pool in Whakatāne is set to remain in its poor state for another summer, despite two years of public criticism.
Seven-day health facility confirmed
A purpose-built family health centre will be built in Rangiora, but it's not yet clear whether than means North Cantabrians will finally get access to 24-hour healthcare.
Aucklanders miss toxic smoke alert
Some Aucklanders living near SkyCity fire never received a toxic smoke alert, despite Civil Defence ministry saying system worked "as expected".
Aucklanders wake up sick from smoke
Residents report feeling queasy, strong smell of burning plastic in their homes as SkyCity fire rages on.
Monuments, memories, men of action
A look back at the celebration of Captain Cook in 1969 shows how much has changed in NZ in five decades.
Te reo Māori translation for Potter
100 books, including The Philosopher's Stone and Avengers vs X-Men from Marvel Comics, to be published in te reo.
Another take on Māori representation
Waipa council staff have come up with some new ideas by which Maori representation could be approved.
Extra migrants approved
Immigration has approved 1600 extra overseas workers. But there'll be restrictions on where they live.
Berry growers face 'tragic' season
Kiwi jobs are at risk without seasonal workers, and one strawberry business has almost been forced to close.
Growers rotten at Immigration
Strawberry shortage warning as growers complain Government too slow at approving migrant workers.
Flames still flickering into night
Fire and Emergency NZ told media on Wednesday afternoon it expected the roof – described by one expert as a flammable panel of wood, straw and bitumen – would eventually burn out completely about 8pm.
PM: APEC will still be in Auckland
Jacinda Ardern says APEC will still be held in Auckland in 2021, despite the fire at SkyCity's convention centre.
Prosecco bottles recalled
Some Brown Brothers Prosecco Rosé bottles have been recalled because the bottle may break when opened.
NZ's 'heroes and legends'
People from all over NZ are pouring praise on the fire crews working on the SkyCity blaze.
Plastic rubbish mailed to MPs
MPs, you have mail: Plastic rubbish sent by the public and paid for by you
Serious injury after workplace accident
A person has serious injuries after being 'caught' between a pair of trucks in a workplace accident in Wellington.
Councillor positions on line
A recount which returns Justin Lester to power would spell the end for one Wellington City councillor.
Motorcyclist dies at racecourse
A motorcyclist reportedly "slumped over" on his motorbike before colliding with an instructor at a Christchurch race track, then died shortly after.
Pursuit crash passenger's hospital video
A teen in the car that struck and killed a man while fleeing police says the group is "lucky to be alive".
Foul-smelling water floods shops
Newly-built roads were meant to fix drainage trouble. But overnight rain saw worst floods in seven years.
Checks for gun licence checkers wanted
Questions are again being raised about how the Christchurch terror attack suspect obtained his gun licence.
Roundabout call for 'triangle of death'
Locals livings near notorious intersections plead for a roundabout to reduce crashes.
Former mayor to lead Waikato Regional Council
Russ Rimmington has been named as chairman and Kataraina Hodge is his deputy.
Hamilton firefighters battle SkyCity blaze
Firefighters more than 90 minutes down the road help battle blaze filling CBD with smoke.
RWC a flop for bars
Some pubs closed halfway through the ABs-Ireland game due to a lack of patrons, with the time difference being blamed.
Search for McClennan hits water
"Come home Michael, we need you": Family of former league player missing in Auckland scouring the shoreline for signs.
Teen's bike security mission
Kyle Hanlon, 13, says better bike security is needed in Whangārei after one woman had two bikes stolen.
Mike McClennan still missing
Search for two-time NZ league player, who left rest home on Wednesday, enters its fourth day.
This basic bach is NZ's best
A small, "understated" property in Northland has outshone designer homes in a nationwide competition.
Bank robber falls through roof
Man who used tin snips to gain entry to the bank, made 'hell of a mess' after falling during failed heist.
Councillor stands by iwi tirade
Before even taking office one Tauranga City Councillor has been called on to resign.
Drax Project's summer tour
Wellington jazz-pop band Drax Project will headline five holiday hot spot shows this summer.
Jordan remains deputy mayor
The old guard will be leading New Plymouth's council table for the next three years.
Father guilty of daughter's rape
A South Taranaki man has been found guilty of five charges connected to the 2017 rape of his daughter.
Rubbish weather in New Plymouth - literally
Streets in New Plymouth were left covered in rubbish on Wednesday after strong winds sent recycling and food scrap bins, and their contents, flying.
STV delivers compromise
The city councillor who owes his seat to the way the single transferable vote system boosted his support thinks the city should return to FPP.
Canines help students relax
UCOL's students were paid a visit by some furry friends offering a helping paw.
Raj new director of cricket
Jacob Oram will be the Manawatū interim senior men's coach until Christmas; rep season under way early next month.
Ready to flex
More than 100 athletes have entered the National Bodybuilding Championships in Palmerston North on Sunday.
School of Mako wins fans
Do the Mako have a Swiss scrumhalf? How do you win a premiership? Tasman players got some tricky questions at school.
M8 quake: 'You're on your own'
South Island agencies won't be caught flat-footed if the Alpine Fault ruptures, but residents will have to help themselves.
NMIT considers course closures
Job losses and course closures a prospect as top of the south's biggest polytech faces funding cuts.
'Ease that struggle': Homicide boss
More than 40 investigators, dog handlers and scene-of-crime officers have raided two properties in Marlborough.
School of Mako wins fans
Do the Mako have a Swiss scrumhalf? How do you win a premiership? Tasman players got some tricky questions at school.
M8 quake: 'You're on your own'
South Island agencies won't be caught flat-footed if the Alpine Fault ruptures, but residents will have to help themselves.
One recount confirmed
Queenstown Lakes District Council candidate Glyn Lewers missed out on a seat by one vote. Now he has applied for a recount.
NMIT considers course closures
Job losses and course closures a prospect as top of the south's biggest polytech faces funding cuts.
Alpine considers restructure
Restructure and operational changes proposed at Alpine Energy but boss won't divulge detail.
Green light for intersection upgrade
Getting the green light for a $2.3 million makeover to an intersection near Geraldine with an extensive crash history has the area's new ward councillor "over the moon".
'I wish I'd done it sooner'
After 12 months enjoying life with a smaller carbon footprint, Jacqui Barnes is planning her second "dream'' tiny home.
Man denies rape charge
A Waimate man has been remanded in custody awaiting trial for the alleged rape of a girl.
Wanaka diver deep in poo
Bad day at the office? Spare a thought for the poo divers keeping our sewerage systems operational.
New plan for Qtown's tallest hotel
Plans to build Queenstown's tallest building failed once, but the developer is having another crack.
Marian Hobbs elected ORC chair
Michael Laws' political powerplay puts former Labour minister in Otago Regional Council top job.
One recount confirmed
Queenstown Lakes District Council candidate Glyn Lewers missed out on a seat by one vote. Now he has applied for a recount.
Smelter threat wipes away $2b
Shares in power companies hit hard as Bluff smelter 'review' raises fear of electricity glut.
Master of what?
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Sir Tim Shadbolt snubs mayoral challengers when giving out top jobs around council table.
Edendale bypass to open before Christmas
Southland's biggest roading project in many years will open months ahead of schedule.