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'Future-proofing is a stupid word': Wayne Brown expresses mixed feelings about CRL opening

The Auckland Mayor compared the Karanga-a-Hape and Te Waihorotiu designs to ‘cathedrals'.

Person arrested after Auckland stabbing

A cordon has been installed at the Glenfield address while police investigate.

Diana Clement: What not to spend your money on if you want to get ahead

OPINION: Lifestyle upgrades and convenience habits often quietly erode savings goals.

Lindsey Graham, longtime US senator and Trump ally, dies at 71

The Republican senator from South Carolina died of a sudden illness.

Jemaine Clement keeps making kid’s movies. But he's not sure kids should be in cinemas

The Flight of the Conchords star says parents might think twice before kids’ movie trips.

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Patients face being sedated, flown north as Dunedin mental health ward closes

Wakari Hospital's Ward 10A is being shut down after an Ombudsman inspection found "some of the worst practices" it has seen anywhere.

US strikes Iran over Hormuz ship attack, Tehran lashes out again at Gulf states

Tehran says the strategic waterway will remain shut after firing warning shots at a Cyprus-flagged vessel, while US forces begin a third round of strikes.

'Troubling' - Umaga and All Blacks wary of Ireland's threat to fortress

The All Blacks' unbeaten record at Eden Park stretching back to 1994 and numbering 52 Tests will be very much at risk next Saturday.

Lindsey Graham, longtime Republican senator and Trump ally, dies at 71

The South Carolina Republican died Saturday night “from a brief and sudden illness,” his office said in a statement.

Mercury plunges to -12.5C in Lake Tekapo on NZ's coldest night

MetService meteorologist Michael Pawley says temperatures dropped as low as-12.5C overnight, with frost reaching as far north as Auckland.

Three trampers airlifted to safety from Mount Taranaki

Two trampers were seriously injured and a third was stranded by ice, with police crediting community search and rescue teams for helping avert a tragic outcome.

Russian attacks kill six, wound 29 as Ukraine targets oil tankers

The exchange came as Ukraine's drones have lately been hitting oil refineries and other infrastructure across Russia to undercut its war effort.

Police probe burglaries, stolen cars and car fire in Canterbury

A burglary, two stolen cars and a vehicle set alight are being investigated as police look into whether a string of incidents across several suburbs are linked.

Argentina to face England in semis after 3-1 win over Switzerland

Lionel Messi and defending champions Argentina reach World Cup semifinals, beating Switzerland 3-1 in the second half of extra time.

Bellingham scores twice against Norway to take England to the semifinals

Jude Bellingham scored in the third minute of extra time to lift England past Norway 2-1 and into the World Cup semifinals for the first time since 2018.

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'Kick in the guts': The human cost of reopening 54 child abuse and sexual assault investigations

How did 54 cases apparently fall through the cracks – and what happens to the victims now?

What to do with Beauden Barrett against Ireland

Ireland will fancy their chances of becoming the first team to beat the All Blacks at Eden Park since 1994. So how will All Blacks coach Dave Rennie react?

Is KiwiSaver still the best option for self employed?

I’ve always just assumed that contributing to KiwiSaver was a no-brainer.

Rare cottage with private jetty on market for first time in more than 30 years

‘It's my little private sanctuary down to the bottom of the hill,’ says the owner of this rare Pegler cottage.

Pay up, says Government in face of toll road objections.

The Government is unmoved by objections to a second toll on the Tauranga Eastern Link and says more tolls will be used to fund future roads.

2027 Polestar 4 SUV teased: wagon-like EV gains rear window ahead of debut

The new Polestar 4 SUV will add a rear window and a more practical cabin when it goes on sale later in 2026.

Ask a GP: Understanding fatty liver disease

Fatty liver disease is closely linked to your overall metabolism and lifestyle.

The packing tip this Air NZ boss swears by

This week we talk to Jeremy O’Brien, Air New Zealand’s chief customer and digital officer.

A Prime Minister once hailed it as a rare success. So why has this charity closed?

Genesis Youth Trust, which tackled youth reoffending in South Auckland, closed last week after 25 years.

AM quiz: Teeks' debut album was called Something to ... what?

Stuff morning quiz: July 13

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India clear that 5000 NZ visas for ‘mobility not migration’

India’s PM said people-to-people connections were one of the most important parts of India’s strategic agreement with New Zealand.

Editorial: Trading with India, eyes wide open

EDITORIAL: The Prime Minister deserves credit for securing a long-elusive free trade agreement with India. Now his Government must be honest about immigration and clear-eyed about the partner it is embracing.

Energy failure among 'litany of bad news' inflicting pain on NZ businesses, EMA says

EMA sets out pre-election political action plan to end New Zealand’s rapid de-industrialisation.

MBIE may have acted ‘contrary to law’ by sharing paywalled NBR articles: Ombudsman

The ombudsman has asked the ministry to apologise over the alleged subscription breaches and engage on an “appropriate remedy”.

Thrills, chills and stadium fills: Why Wellington is revelling as a rugby party host

Another full house at the Cake Tin demonstrated palpably that New Zealand’s capital city knows how to put on a big-time footy match.

Why New Zealand's regional airports are under growing pressure

OPINION: Regional airports are vital to New Zealand's economy, but rising costs and ageing aircraft are putting the country's domestic connectivity under pressure.

‘Expensive risk’: Amalgamation cost up to $185m in Wellington City alone

The cost of merging Wellington councils is the biggest concern. Estimates show the fears are not unfounded.

The big All Blacks selection calls facing Dave Rennie after their Italian job

Back three, midfield and the loose trio shape as contentious areas as New Zealand’s new coach ponders his top lineup to face the Irish.

Did NZ make a catastrophic mistake when compulsory super was scrapped in ‘75?

OPINION: We prefer to view our history through a distinctly rosy filter. We speculate on what could have been.

Internal Affairs workers strike as tensions rise across public sector

Strikes take place as 10,000 public servants battle sub-inflation pay offers, with negotiations also under way at MBIE, Corrections and the Ministry of Social Development.

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‘It's just beautiful quality snow’: Storm brings gift of snow dump to South Island ski fields

Christchurch had its coldest morning of the year, plummeting to -3.8C on Sunday morning while Tekapo got as low as -12.5C.

Stolen car spotted at two Canterbury crime scenes overnight

Police investigating burglaries and suspicious incidents overnight Saturday into Sunday have linked a stolen vehicle to two separate scenes.

In photos: India PM Narendra Modi's visit to NZ

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's whirlwind visit was the first to the country from an Indian prime minister in 40 years. The Post’s Bruce Mackay was there.

‘I wouldn't say we agreed instantly’: The couple who bought a derelict school in a tiny town

A couple have transformed an old school site in Southland into a lifestyle property

How Queenstown became a fast-track petri dish

OPINION: Queenstown desperately needs housing, but who controls the future of a place when private developers can move faster than the infrastructure needed to support them?

Dreaming of an upsize? What your city money can buy in the regions

Looking for a backyard, an extra bedroom or room to grow veges? For the cost of an apartment in Auckland there is so much more available if you are up for moving.

Winston Peters: Statesman, power-broker, online troll

The 81-year-old politician has become unexpectedly fluent in online culture war language.

Remember the X Factor pop star who caused a riot in a New Zealand mall? He’s coming back

X Factor star Reece Mastin is heading back to New Zealand for a pub tour with a brand-new, heavier sound.

Santana Minerals asked to hand over missing documents

Fast-track process still suspended while gold miner gathers more information.

Biggest Lego fan showcase in Southern Hemisphere expected to draw 20,000 visitors

It took Felix Irin, 10, two months to build a 10,000-piece Eiffel Tower.

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The Morrinsville sharemilker heading to the top

Danielle Hovmand, 29, always knew she’d be on the farm, she just had to decide if it’d be dairy or beef.

Waikato Food Show: From ‘barkery’ treats to bakery sweets

From savouries to sweets, the Waikato Food Show this weekend had plenty to offer people — including a few treats for their furry friends.

Winston Peters: Statesman, power-broker, online troll

The 81-year-old politician has become unexpectedly fluent in online culture war language.

‘What’s this doing to the growing brain?’ School ditches iPads for youngest learners

The principal of Taranaki’s Ōmata Primary School says removing devices from classrooms has resulted in more play, creativity and connection.

Why the All Whites are a better business investment bet than the All Blacks

OPINION: Football’s sheer global reach means Government agencies and export giants should be clamouring to back the All Whites as they build their worldwide profile.

Unearthing heroes, villains and forgotten tales of NZ’s past

More than 40 years of digging into Aotearoa’s history has given Tom Clarke some unique insights into our nation’s character.

How Silver Ferns star Kate Heffernan’s leap of faith paid off with a Super Netball title

Nervous about being away from her identical twin sister Silver Fern and family, star midcourter’s big move to Australia was a roaring success.

Out of the darkness: How All Blacks hooker shook off the doubts to rise again

Asafo Aumua has always just wanted to made his dad proud, and has achieved that through a resurgent ‘26 season that might still have its best stuff to come.

MBIE ‒ success, failure or something in between?

With the Ministry for Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport now up and running, The Post looks at whether mega-ministry MBIE provides a road map or a warning.

Waikato conservation land at centre of Bill battle

Waikato Forest & Bird warns of risks to biodiversity and access, while Tama Potaka says conservation reform will cut red tape and support regions.

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Was mānuka honey served at the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi?

An urban legend says New Zealand’s first ever batch of locally-produced honey was presented to William Hobson at the treaty signing in Hokianga. Is it true?

Love, actually, at 31: A ‘sexually non-exclusive’ couple who can’t agree on having kids

‘I would feel terrible bringing kids into this world, but she thinks I would make a good dad.’

How New Zealand fell in love with the black puffer jacket

Alex Casey unearths the once intrepid history of the puffer jacket in Aotearoa.

The joys of being a bandwagon sports fan

Few things are as thrilling as screaming ‘WE’RE SO BACK!’ in a bar knowing full well you have no idea where you’d been.

How did we get stuck in this millennial franchise hell loop?

We simply can’t keep going back – or can we?

Where to eat in the Bay of Plenty – an insider’s guide

Where to find the best pizza, kina, bánh mì, Māori-Japanese fusion ramen and more in the Bay of Plenty.

The Unity Books bestseller chart for the week ending July 10

All hail the return of Heartstopper!

Vera Ellen on what it feels like when AI takes your music

Deeply personal music about painful experiences have been scraped for parts.

What to watch this Matariki weekend

From historical docudramas to heartwarming family films, these are our viewing picks for Matariki 2026.

Why you should watch Hinemihi: The House with Golden Eyes

A story of survival, loss and belonging.