Greater Wellington was looking at a similar arrangement to Auckland, which introduced contactless payments through its existing system, a councillor says.
Learner drivers in Auckland's remote north-west will be able to continue with their free lessons after a local charity was gifted a replacement for their ageing car.
Some growers have partly blamed the move on foreign competitors, who entered the market following Cyclone Gabrielle.
The long-awaited $450 million wastewater treatment plant at Snells Beach has finally opened, but for oyster farmer Tom Walters, the milestone comes far too late.
The win was New Zealand's first ever men's track gold at the World Championships.
The American metal pioneers are returning to New Zealand for the first time since 2020.
The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including a record run for Geordie Beamish at the world champs, the most expensive place to rent isn’t Auckland or Wellington, and Trump might save TikTok.
Interim Silver Ferns coach Yvette McCausland-Durie admitted the team's brand had been "damaged" and there were some challenges to overcome.
Analysis: What will be the impact of their experiences since being abducted? Kirsty Ross explains.
They have invited the minister to "break bread" with them and discuss the Government's actions over the war in Gaza.
MetService has issued multiple orange warnings for heavy rain and strong winds, with weather watches also in place across several regions.
A 59-year-old was taken to the hospital after being hit by a trolley while walking through the shopping centre.
Customs investigators uncovered the opioid-laced pills, a traditional Indian herbal medicine, with a 66-year-old man charged over alleged smuggling operation from India.
Food prices increased 5% in the 12 months to August, the same increase as the 12 months to July.
The first trailer would begin operating in Auckland.
Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton will present the petition – signed by 15,469 people – to Rangitīkei MP Suze Redmayne at midday, before it is lodged with the House.
The 2026 ASB Polyfest will be held in two locations, over two weeks.
Today's announcement was the latest in a wave of closures for the manufacturing and timber processing sector, with hundreds of jobs lost across multiple regions.
The thrashing by the Boks has prompted Justin Marshall and others to call on players such as Richie Mo'unga to be available for selection immediately.
Police said a fight broke out during a match at Sunnynook Park, resulting in one player being punched in the face and then kicked.
Police said a man was arrested and the armed offenders squad deployed after reports of firearm threats in Ahipara and Kaitaia on Sunday and Monday.
Priests' protest over Gaza continues, severe rain and gales to impact parts of NZ, and a British aristocrat and boyfriend sentenced for killing newborn.
The city council said there had been several abusive incidents in recent months after infringement fees went up.
The 17-year-olds were drunk when they urinated into the pot at international hotpot chain Haidilao’s Shanghai branch on February 24.
The food company is suing TVNZ to restore its reputation after reports highlighted health and safety complaints.
In an interview with 1News, senior player Burger says Dame Noeline Taurua's demotion on the eve of the South Africa series has not divided team.
Maria Best says the pain down her arms "is like being stung by a thousand bees on the inside".
Police said they were called to a supermarket in Hobsonville around 4.40pm following reports of an incident unfolding.
There’s a growing number of local sport broadcasters embracing te reo Māori – a pathway forged by Māori pioneers who dared to speak it on-air when few did.
