Green Party MP Tamatha Paul’s housing claim: Three more MPs say she made false claims about them
Green Party MP took swing at many MPs, claiming they are taking advantage of rental laws.
Fewer Kiwis contracting sexually transmitted diseases
Syphilis rates have had the biggest drop - about a quarter - and have fallen everywhere except the South Island.
Election 2026: Te Pāti Māori to campaign on entrenching the Treaty and binding Waitangi Tribunal findings
The party's policy proposes major constitutional reforms.
Free flu vaccines for under-5s made available from today
Pharmac's extension of free flu jabs for children between six months and five years of age was originally meant to start in 2027.
'We've always been part of Taranaki' : Whangamōmona likely to head back to its spiritual home
But do not expect locals to give up their self-declared "republic".
Craigieburn Forest Park search: Crews to launch ‘large-scale’ operation for missing man
Police have not found the man who went missing near Arthur’s Pass last week.
Celebrated arts organisation Tautai Contemporary Pacific Arts Trust loses main funding source after 40 years
Creative New Zealand has defended its decision.
Wellington Hospital called a ‘s***show’ as patients forced to wait 24 hours
The Emergency Department became overcrowded, with staff under extreme pressure.
National vows to reduce student loan repayment rate if re-elected
The party says it will reduce the rate of compulsory student loan repayments as well if it is re-elected
Roads to reopen in Whangārei, strong winds for Hawke's Bay, Tasman and Southland
MetService says up to 120 millimetres of rain fell in an hour in some parts.
Election 2026: Act promises to introduce new fisheries management area in Hauraki Gulf
The party has released its election policy over recreational fishing limits.
Some patients face 24-hour wait at Wellington Hospital emergency department
An ED nurse said, on a recent Monday night shift, one man fell asleep and hit his head, while waiting 12 hours to be seen.
ACT announces plans for fisheries reform, would impose shellfish bag limits and increase fines
Daily limits on shellfish, a scallop dredging crackdown and increased fines among the party's priorities if elected.
Judge finds dad’s abusive livestreams about ex were psychological harm
The case ended up in the Family Court where his ex-partner sought a protection order.
'Horrifying': NZ-based Nepali community pleads for urgent help
Horrifying pictures of the Nepal flash flood are being described as "like watching a movie" by a New Zealand-based Nepali man.
Weather live: Highways closed as rain and snow trigger warnings
Severe weather conditions have forced the closure of highways, with motorists urged to reconsider travel.
Dolly Parton loved New Zealand so much she wanted to buy a place here
The late country music star toured NZ three times. The only thing stopping her from buying a place was the pesky 20-plus hour commute from home.
New Zealand's ATM dead zones
In some parts of the country people are 75km or more from an ATM, and hundreds of thousands have to travel at least 5km.
Hao Feng sentenced to four years and two months in prison for fatally strangling partner in her home
Hao Feng pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of 40-year-old Xiaoyan Wang in January last year.
Real Life: Author Graci Kim opens up about life before becoming a bestseller
Graci Kim details her journey from being a diplomat to becoming a bestselling author.
East of Eden puts Ōamaru’s $10m heritage street on the world stage
Filming for the seven-part series took place in the town last January.
‘A really big risk’: Labour frosty over Government’s social media ban proposal
The party is expected to discuss the bill at its caucus meeting today.
Date and location locked in for Laneway Festival 2027
There's no line up yet, but fans aged over-18 can circle Sunday 21 February in their calendar for the event at Western Springs Bowl.
Watch: Wrong-way driver filmed on Christchurch Southern Motorway as cars approach
Footage shows the vehicle travelling against traffic on the outskirts of Christchurch.
Social media ban: Department of Internal Affairs says it never provided advice on options to restrict Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
It comes ahead of the Government announcing what it is proposing.
Police consider charges after violent North Shore group attack on teen girls
The girl and a friend were allegedly beaten, stomped on, spat at and filmed before having clothes and other belongings taken.
South Island winter storm: Heavy rain and snow forecast from Wednesday
NZTA urges motorists to prepare as cold conditions threaten travel.
Hospital security appeared powerless against ‘intimidating’ patient, witness says
A patient says a disruptive man intimidated others at the hospital's emergency department.
Work underway on roof of 204-year-old Kemp House in Kerikeri
Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga said while the shingles needed replacing the wooden structure underneath was in good condition.
North Island ‘best spot to be’ this weekend as south faces severe weather, warnings issued over 120km/h winds
Balmy temperatures expected, with heavy rain and destructive 120km/h winds for parts.
Fiji and Tonga seek alternative fuel supply partners
Fiji and Tonga are pursuing alternative fuel supply partnerships and renewable energy options, as both countries seek to strengthen their long-term energy security.
Winston Peters says US scaling back of military drill New Zealand involved in 'a surprise'
The defence force wasn't given a heads up that an exercise it's taking part in with allies was being significantly reduced - finding out through media reports.
Independent Police Conduct Authority finds police justified in shooting fugitive Tom Phillips
The authority has found the officer was justified in shooting Phillips dead in self defence.
Second arrest after attempt to steal railway copper disrupts train travel in Wellington
During the incident a cable was severed, causing signalling faults which required train services in the capital to be suspended while emergency repairs were undertaken.
CTV building memorial plaque stolen from Christchurch earthquake site
The CTV building collapsed in the 2011 earthquake, killing 115 people.
Sir Ian McKellen named honorary citizen of Christchurch after helping raise $350,000 for iconic Theatre Royal
The Lord of the Rings star helped raise $350,000 for its earthquake rebuild.
Disputes Tribunal orders Kmart to pay Christchurch couple over contaminated sand
Elle Chrisp and David Dingwall's toddlers played in asbestos-contaminated sand and they asked for the retail giant to cover the bills.