Satellite station takes shape on city rooftop for secret US broadband provider

The station was granted non-notified consent last year, drawing ire from nearby residents.

The drinking session that led to nightclub clash and put Stokes' future in doubt

A security staffer needed stitches after being hit during the nightclub brawl.

'Government is completely compromised': Ruth Richardson slams MMP as a handbrake on NZ

Helen Clark says MMP has improved diversity but needs experienced leaders to make it work.

His legs were gone and the blood of strangers kept him alive. Now he gives back

Ian Winson lost both legs in a 2011 explosion and is now a regular blood donor.

NZ house prices on track for longest downturn in modern history

ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.

'Desperate times': Why this region is NZ's worst for unemployment

Recruiters report more cautious employers and jobseekers looking to Australia.

Man beats rare disease after bone marrow transplant from brother

Fariu credits Kidz First, Starship and his whānau for his survival to adulthood.

Suburbs where house prices are falling - and rising - fastest

Buyers and sellers are facing mixed fortunes around the country, new data shows.

Hot water, heat pumps and electric blankets - winter power questions answered

We look at some of the questions many households have about electricity costs through colder months.

'Constitutionally abhorrent': Expert reveals advice to government on law change

A legal boffin who was consulted on the government's law change that would prevent companies from being sued over climate change explains his opposition.

Developer behind gondola plan faces fury at public meeting

But the Australian company behind the plan says it's trying to help the community. Audio

Warnings still in place as Wellington wakes to damage after storm

Trump vows US will retaliate as Iran downs helicopter

AI is guzzling energy and you're using it - whether or not you realise

FIFA confirms award-winning African referee dropped from World Cup

New Zealanders now more likely to trust China than United States

Labour set to announce first policy in six months, on cost-of-living

Leader Chris Hipkins confirmed the unveiling on Morning Report, after Kingi Kiriona - the party's new candidate for Hauraki-Waikato - hinted at 'tax relief' policies on Monday.

Trump says Iran shot down Army helicopter, US 'must' respond

"Nevertheless, the United States must, of necessity, respond to this attack," the US President wrote on social media.

Why family’s travel insurance claim was denied after flight cancellation

The Financial Services Ombudsman Scheme is reminding Kiwis heading abroad to read their travel insurance policy after a family's claim was recently denied after their flight was cancelled.

'Hunger Games': Why a councillor fears she'll lose her seat

A councillor claims she could be dismissed from her seat on Nelson City Council on Thursday. What’s going on?

New 'game-changing' espresso method could make coffee cheaper

Researchers have created a new brewing process using room-temperature water and soundwaves to create coffee which could bring the price down.

What to know about the flesh-eating parasite reappearing in US

The re-emergence of screwworm, thought to be eradicated, has struck fear into the United States' cattle industry.

Tauranga GP changing bowel screening for younger Kiwis

The country's first doctor-led bowel screening test was the same one used by the National Bowel Screening programme, currently offered to New Zealanders aged between 58 and 74.

Disorder in Belfast after 'brutal' knife attack

Police said the victim, a man in his 40s, was taken to the hospital with serious injuries to his eyes, face and back after he was attacked in the street.

Digger rescues Lola the pony from Auckland sinkhole

Lola's owner Amanda Harrison found the 25-year-old pony by spotting her nose poking above the ground.

A $400 lunch: Three pilots fined after carrying undeclared food

An Auckland detector dog sniffed out a raw vegetable salad, a banana, and a chicken sandwich carried by pilots all within the same month.

'Great result': Police find missing 81-year-old Canterbury woman

Police said she was extremely cold, but is talking and will be sent for a medical examination.

Former Silver Ferns defender announces retirement

Jane Watson has announced her retirement from professional netball.

Serena Williams beats Kiwi tennis star in comeback from four-year retirement

After nearly four years away from professional tennis, Serena Williams made a winning return at Queen’s Club.

Police investigate two early morning fires on the same Auckland street

Fire and emergency have been sent to two fires on the same street in Auckland on Wednesday morning.

Trump says US ‘must respond’ to Iran shooting down helicopter

Follow live updates about the conflict in the Middle East.

Melie Kerr powers White Ferns to thrilling win in final World Cup warm up

The White Ferns will take momentum into their World Cup title defence.

Air Canada pilot allegedly captained hundreds of flights without a proper licence

TORONTO (AP) — A former Air Canada pilot has been charged after flying for years without a proper license, Canadian police said Tuesday.

NASA unveils Artemis III astronauts to test technology for a future moon landing

NEW YORK (AP) — NASA on Tuesday revealed the crew for its Artemis III mission, the next step in the space agency's plan to eventually land astronauts on the moon.

Christian leaders in Lebanese city of Tyre call for quick international action after Israeli warning

SIDON, Lebanon (AP) — Christian religious leaders from Lebanon’s southern port city of Tyre called on the international community and Lebanese officials on Tuesday to act quickly to prevent Israel from attacking the Christian district of the city, as airstrikes on nearby neighborhoods killed eight p

Carney says the new Canadian-built bridge across Detroit River that Trump threatened will open

TORONTO (AP) — A new Canadian-built bridge across the Detroit River that U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to block will open soon, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Tuesday.

Southern Baptist Convention weighs stricter ban on churches with women pastors

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Southern Baptists are beginning their annual meeting Tuesday morning, where church representatives in the staunchly conservative evangelical denomination are expected to vote on a constitutional amendment that would formally ban churches with women pastors.

What one minister's airport parking bill reveals about MP spending

A quirk in ministerial expense reporting has exposed nearly $17,000 in airport parking costs incurred by Children's Minister Karen Chhour, offering a rare glimpse into a category of parliamentary spending that is usually hidden from public view.

Councillors narrowly vote to consult on up to 1.7 million new homes in Auckland

In the latest update on Auckland’s Plan Change 120 saga, after fierce debate councillors voted to consult on a scenario that will see the city intensify by up to 1.7 million new homes.

Wellington missing out on train safety system funded in Auckland

The European safety system would have slowed or stopped a Johnsonville train before it hit a concrete block at 30kph, concussing crew on board.

Rural boom drives strongest Fieldays outlook in years

Fieldays is set to have one of its biggest years yet with a buoyant rural sector leaving farmers with more cash in hand this year.

New Zealand ‘firmly rejects’ Russian envoy’s claims of Kiwi ‘cancel culture’

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade has firmly rejected comments from Russia’s ambassador-designate that NZ’s response to the war in Ukraine was shaped by Western “propaganda”.

Becoming a politician could ruin your life, but it does pay well

OPINION: No one thinks the Prime Minister works ten times harder than a care worker - or ten times less than a CEO. But we pay him like he does.

Rennie-ball: Japan title drops huge clues about how All Blacks will play

ANALYSIS: All Blacks fans should strap themselves in as high-quality Japanese final shows Rennie-ball is attack first, kick second.

The $400k bottle of wine and the friends who finally drank it

The rare wine was bought to be drunk one day. The trouble was finding the right day.

House prices by suburb: The growing divide

House prices are on the rise in many suburbs around New Zealand, but there’s a couple of key factors behind that, Cotality says.

We need to talk about preparing for disasters, major insurer says

There have been 48 storms in the last year and counting and one of our major insurers says NZ needs a new approach to risk because we are not ready.

What one minister's airport parking bill reveals about MP spending

A quirk in ministerial expense reporting has exposed nearly $17,000 in airport parking costs incurred by Children's Minister Karen Chhour, offering a rare glimpse into a category of parliamentary spending that is usually hidden from public view.

Christchurch councillor urges people to look beyond the multi-million price tag on Koukourarata/Port Levy water supply

Supplying drinking water to 45 homes and a marae in a Banks Peninsula settlement will cost Christchurch ratepayers between $5.7m and $16m - that’s up to $355,000 per household.

Rooney Farms told to pay up $36,000, now

A company owned by a South Canterbury businessman has lost a bid to delay an ERA-ordered payment of more than $36,000 to a former worker.

$13.1m Super Round visitor spend more than double original estimate

More than $6m was the estimate but visitors to Christchurch more than doubled that during the three-day rugby festival.

Sisters dive in to help Coastguard to say thanks for ‘terrifying rescues’ 30 years apart

Ashburton sisters Vicky Jones and Julie Wiltshire are taking part in Coastguard's Big Swim fundraiser after volunteers rescued members of their family in two separate emergencies more than 30 years apart.

The best path forward for Canterbury’s local bodies - without tolls or super cities

OPINION: Canterbury's amalgamation debate has ignited.

Tales from the bone-yard of the soul

OPINION: Sunday afternoon, and I was as bored and listless as a child in church.

Police find missing Christchurch woman alive

Police have found missing 81-year-old Christchurch woman Valerie Hargrave.

Councillor continues to defend herself ahead of vote on whether she stays or goes

A Nelson city councillor has labelled a vote on whether she should be removed council “inherently wrong”.

Police file on Lachie Jones death remains open, says Coroner

After branding original police work a "shambles", Coroner Alexander Ho says he won't accept the final file until all lines of inquiry are exhausted.

Rural boom drives strongest Fieldays outlook in years

Fieldays is set to have one of its biggest years yet with a buoyant rural sector leaving farmers with more cash in hand this year.

Mission to make memories as Hamilton dad’s cancer turns terminal

After months of unsuccessful cancer treatment, family and friends are rallying to help Sam Smith make the most of the time he has left.

Action time for Waikato Screen after 50% funding cut

After having 50% of operational funding axed by Waikato Regional Council, Screen Waikato is looking for district councils to provide support.

Day in the Dock: Broken windows, stolen car keys and a pound of silver

Te Kūiti burglar’s remorse letter brushed off as ‘it is sentencing day after all’.

Waikato District Council strikes 2.8% rates rise - lowest in a decade

Waikato District home-owners can look forward to their lowest general rates rise in almost a decade.

How city’s new social supermarket will work

Working families make up over two-thirds of food support seekers, prompting a new social supermarket.

Waikato businesses remain optimistic despite uncertainty, study finds

The 2degrees Shaping Business study found the Waikato region had above average optimism and “solid” growth expectations.

Legal challenge warning in amalgamation process

Waikato District Council has officially stated it will enter the Government’s Head Start process for local government amalgamation.

Rennie-ball: Japan title drops huge clues about how All Blacks will play

ANALYSIS: All Blacks fans should strap themselves in as high-quality Japanese final shows Rennie-ball is attack first, kick second.

Pool pitch for Raglan - but where to put it?

A local trust eyeing four sites for a 25-metre pool says what’s currently around is ‘seasonal, shallow’ and hard to get public access to.

Government spending $300k per year on unused limos for former PMs

Taxpayers spent $298,359 keeping the chauffeured cars on standby last year. They were used for just $10,921 worth of trips.

The LNG levy is dead – but who will pay remains a mystery

The government has scrapped its plan to fund New Zealand’s proposed LNG import terminal via a levy on power bills but gives no specifics on alternative funding sources.

NZ suspicion of US has surged in Trump 2.0 – it’s now seen as a bigger threat than China

A new poll reveals a dramatic change in the way New Zealanders see the global giants.

All the finalists in the 2026 NZ Book Awards for Children and Young Adults

All the best children’s books from Aotearoa, as selected by an esteemed panel of judges.

Nī Dekkers-Reihana on why you should get off the internet

‘Go to live art experiences. It might be bad, but it might just be fucking brilliant and if it is, it will change your neural pathways for real.’

One MP, One Pint: Vanessa Weenink on leaving Labour to become a blue blood

When you’ve watched your dad get arrested and been an army medic in Afghanistan, switching political allegiances is just one chapter in a jam-packed life story.

Ah rats: What to do if your house is invaded by a plague of rodents

After a recent spate of rodent headlines, we find out the best way to deal with an influx – and ask if it’s a sign of an impending ratpocalypse.

The Fold: The creator economy goes mainstream

The latest development in the growing world of influencer marketing.

The cost of being: A 21-year-old software engineer who invests $500 a week

‘I eat as much as I can in the office for free.’

The ups and downs of Labour’s list announcement

Who’s on the ascent, who’s on the decline, and what signals does the party give about its future based on where it put first-time candidates?