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National says ‘you can’t trust’ NZ First, compares coalition partners to distracting children
The party's campaign chair has launched a new attack.
Woman arrived for ‘love of her life’ but husband's past wives left her facing deportation
Tribunal found an INZ error but officials maintain her visa was correctly assessed.
Hurricanes v Chiefs player ratings: Who starred days out from All Blacks squad naming?
OPINION: How the players rated in the Hurricanes’ 60-5 win over the Chiefs.
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz over ceasefire violations in Lebanon
Iran cited a US 'breach of contract' as negotiators are due in Switzerland.
Cop charged with dishonest police database access to search rape complainant's file
He remains employed while an internal investigation continues.
Gangs in prisons: Inside the violent tactic forcing Corrections to adapt
Some inmate violence is ordered by gang bosses to force transfers, Corrections says.
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Air NZ flight grounded after plane wheels roll into grass at Christchurch
Flight NZ582, bound for Auckland, had been preparing to depart when the incident occurred, the airline said.
Freedom camper, 80, stayed put in wild weather – council insists he pay $400 fine
Bill McMurray has spent nearly 11 years living on the road with his two dogs.
Search resumes for autistic, non-verbal man missing in Hanmer Springs
Police and around 30 volunteers are searching for 26-year-old Patrick Eager after he became separated from family on a walking track on Saturday.
A confident Iran presses its advantage but challenges loom
Iran is pressing its advantage after an interim peace agreement with the US, but economic pressure, hard-line resistance and unresolved conflict in Lebanon could quickly test Tehran's position.
National members 'nervously optimistic' about election campaign
The party's leadership rallied those in attendance, preparing them for the work ahead to "fight for every party vote".
No, you don't have to face life feeling constantly tired – here's how to fix it
The first step to regaining your energy is discovering the cause of your exhaustion.
Iran says it has closed Strait of Hormuz as US talks to begin
Key mediator Pakistan said technical-level talks will begin Sunday in Switzerland, with Qatari mediators also participating.
Canterbury Lotto player wins $1m as Powerball rolls over to $12m
Powerball rolls over to $12 million for Wednesday night's draw, while a Gisborne player pockets $400,000 with Strike Four.
Do house prices still double every 10 years in New Zealand?
The 2020s is shaping up to be the decade with the weakest house price growth in the past 70 years.
'There's more in us': All Whites eye improvement ahead of Egypt clash
Both sides will be searching for their first win in tomorrow's game, with two draws leaving the Group G standings incredibly tight.
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Man ‘motivated by anti-Muslim hatred’ arrested after injuring five in UK city
Five men – two aged 22, and others aged 24, 27, and 39 – suffered a range of injuries.
Watch: Germany score dramatic late winner to break Ivory Coast’s hearts
Germany scored in stoppage time to snatch a late win against Ivory Coast to advance to the knockout stages.
Have your say: What has been the best moment of the FIFA World Cup so far?
We’ve been in FIFA World Cup dreamland for a week, with so many memorable moments already.
Details of Greens ‘super-rich tax’ revealed ahead of announcement
The tax policy was supposed to be announced at 2pm but was posted online.
Starmer realises ‘game is up’ and is ready to resign, allies say
The embattled British PM’s thoughts are now turning to how he can “shore up his legacy”, a senior government figure says.
Search for missing Christchurch woman narrows after possible evening sighting
Residents are being urged to check their backyards and sheds for 69-year-old Adele as concerns mount for her welfare.
Watch: Dutch doubles as five-star Netherlands hammer Sweden
Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo each scored twice as the Netherlands crushed the Swedes in Houston.
Disbelief, doubt, ‘but we deserved that’: Hurricanes revel in record Super Rugby final win
Hurricanes coach Clark Laidlaw dared not dream of putting 60 points on the Chiefs in the Wellington decider. But that’s what happened.
One dead, one seriously injured in Northland crash
Police were called to the scene at 8.30pm
Man with autism missing on Canterbury hill track
Patrick Eager has not been since Saturday morning.
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Greens to campaign on smaller wealth tax alongside inheritance tax and new top tax rate
Greens push for wealth tax, inheritance tax, bank levy, and income tax switch.
The doctor, the bedroom attack and the discharge without conviction
Has the law’s pressure release valve - discharge without conviction - drifted beyond its moral and legal justification?
NZ First’s hard lesson in the difference between a 5% and 10% party
OPINION: Political fortunes are parked up on a trailer in suburban Auckland.
Super Rugby Pacific final: Hurricanes brilliance and McKenzie shocker define decider
ANALYSIS: The Hurricanes were untouchable on Saturday but the game will also be remembered for the All Blacks No 10 pressing the self-destruct button.
Chinese parents are letting influencers choose their next holiday — New Zealand is in their feed
Chinese parents are increasingly turning to influencers to shape their travel choices — and New Zealand is emerging as a standout destination.
England’s greatest batter stands between Black Caps and victory
Thee wickets from Kyle Jamieson kept NZ on track for a win in the second test, but Joe Root’s fight has pushed them into a final day at The Oval.
Who’s in, who’s out: Hard calls, new blood await in Dave Rennie's first All Blacks squad
ANALYSIS: Monday’s announcement of the new coach’s chosen 34 for the July tests will be defined by how much faith he retains in established All Blacks.
Today's screen habits, tomorrow's problem: the productivity crisis we're not talking about
The workers New Zealand is raising right now may struggle to focus, research suggests
Where is our World Cup anthem? (We checked the chilly bin)
Scotland and England have World Cup songs and both won, so we need one, pronto.
The week HBO Max came to town
ANALYSIS: A six-figure party and an old school media junket let everyone know HBO Max was here - but is it worth the fuss?
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Selwyn MP ‘sometimes’ uses valet parking at Christchurch Airport, but records show it’s every time
Nicola Grigg is a busy minister and a mother - valet parking at Christchurch International Airport is “sometimes” required, she says.
Missing autistic man found safe in Hanmer Springs after overnight search
A 26-year-old autistic man who went missing on the Conical Hill Track in Hanmer Springs has been located safe and well.
New Christchurch invention lets cyclists electrify bikes they already own
After selling thousands of e-bikes across New Zealand, three entrepreneurs noticed many cyclists wanted electric assistance without giving up the bikes they’ve spent years perfecting.
Why this worn-out camera is selling for $80,000 – but may be worth even more
A vintage camera sitting at Photo and Video International store in Christchurch is selling for $80,000. It’s old and worn - a device no longer practical for phototaking. But it could be worth even more.
Chinese parents are letting influencers choose their next holiday — New Zealand is in their feed
Chinese parents are increasingly turning to influencers to shape their travel choices — and New Zealand is emerging as a standout destination.
YouTube trail helps convict prolific graffiti vandal who plastered more than 500 tags across South Island
A North Canterbury man who uploaded hundreds of videos of his distinctive 'NOID' graffiti across the South Island documented his own offending on YouTube.
Highway crashes climbing after speed limit rise, says expert
A year on from speed limit reversals on the highway between Nelson and Blenheim, NZTA say its hard to draw conclusions but a transport expert says crashes are on the rise.
Today's screen habits, tomorrow's problem: the productivity crisis we're not talking about
The workers New Zealand is raising right now may struggle to focus, research suggests
NZ First’s hard lesson in the difference between a 5% and 10% party
OPINION: Political fortunes are parked up on a trailer in suburban Auckland.
One of New Zealand’s biggest sports bars to open opposite Christchurch’s new stadium
The sports bar will cater to concert-goers, punters and sports fans, positioning itself as the perfect place to meet before walking across the road to One NZ Stadium.
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Super Rugby Pacific final: Hurricanes brilliance and McKenzie shocker define decider
ANALYSIS: The Hurricanes were untouchable on Saturday but the game will also be remembered for the All Blacks No 10 pressing the self-destruct button.
Fed Farmers push for pause on controversial change
‘Huge compliance requirements’ in the plan to improve water quality are out of step with looming national changes, the Feds say.
Today's screen habits, tomorrow's problem: the productivity crisis we're not talking about
The workers New Zealand is raising right now may struggle to focus, research suggests
The small pleasures of a daily dip in the big ocean
Many Kiwis will be braving a dip in the sea today to mark the winter solstice. But for writer Bess Manson and her sister Kate, a dip is a daily ritual.
Who’s in, who’s out: Hard calls, new blood await in Dave Rennie's first All Blacks squad
ANALYSIS: Monday’s announcement of the new coach’s chosen 34 for the July tests will be defined by how much faith he retains in established All Blacks.
How much should you have in your savings account?
Senior business reporter Rob Stock has a rule of thumb for your wealth plan.
The doctor, the bedroom attack and the discharge without conviction
Has the law’s pressure release valve - discharge without conviction - drifted beyond its moral and legal justification?
‘It’s addictive. It’s beautiful’: How the once obscure pole vault took Kiwi athletics by storm
With a record Commonwealth Games contingent and a trio of women in contention for medals, the high-flying track and field discipline is soaring in New Zealand.
Why Winston Peters won’t play kingmaker to the left in 2026
OPINION: He’s a past master of political plot twists, but Vernon Small argues Winston Peters has already picked his side.
Hurricanes blow away Chiefs to cap super season with Super title
What had the makings of an absolute classic turned stunningly one-sided as Clark Laidlaw’s side put on yet another masterclass, in horrendous conditions.
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The man who brought fish and chips to New Zealand
Meet James Henry Pomeroy: inventor, fishmonger, and the man responsible for deep fried blue cod on a southern beach.
I hate the hairdresser’s, so I’ll invent the barber for women
I will obviously call this invention the Barbara.
Beyond the beach: Fiji’s best hiking adventures
New Zealanders know their way around a great walk – and as it turns out, so does Fiji.
Love, actually, at 25: ‘Even the idea of catching a long haul flight with him is exciting’
A 25-year-old in her first relationship is in it for the life.
Where to eat in Nelson – an insider’s guide
The top food spots in Nelson, from early-morning pies to low-lit whisky bars.
Yes, we’re lady gays with kids, but please stop calling us a ‘modern family’
We have a 10-year-old daughter together and this has led to a whole barrage of questions.
‘She’s out there vibing’: Amber Esau and Coco Solid in conversation
‘We’re just Venn Diagramming our ways to where the parts of our wakas overlap.’
Barbers aren’t about to be replaced by AI. So is this 2026’s cleverest career choice?
Thinking of a career change? Well, hair never stops growing, and robots can’t do fades – yet.
The Unity Books bestseller chart for the week ending June 19
Wellington goes wild for poetry.
Echo Chamber: The scores, scrapes and sparks of scrutiny week
Scrutiny week is an endurance sport where goals aren’t scored by kicking balls, but by busting them.