With growing rivalry between great powers in the Pacific, one expert says the Pacific Islands Forum is a chance to seek collective protection for the region’s small nations.
The Reserve Bank has increased the Official Cash Rate to 2.75%.
Auckland Council’s signed off three options of congestion charges to be considered by the public. But is there enough public transport available for this to be viable?
The average price for a café coffee in New Zealand is $5.20, but one Christchurch café is selling its newest brew for $100 per cup.
Vice President defends US President for posting an image of himself as Jesus and muses about whether artificial intelligence was a sign of the end times.
Opinion: Health NZ responds to an article by TVNZ reporter Gill Higgins who detailed her experience during a three-week stay at North Shore Hospital.
Iran targeted Gulf allies of the United States on Thursday, firing drones at Kuwait and Bahrain after a night of US aerial bombardment of Iran.
Lawson keeps Hadjar's spot at Red Bull and Yuki Tsunoda gets a second race with Racing Bulls in Lawson's usual seat.
Plans for another flyover at the upcoming Test in Soweto have been withdrawn.
The 50-year-old golf star has learned his penalty after a high-profile rollover crash near his Florida home in March.
The jury resumed deliberations after a woman was arrested for allegedly filming jurors leaving the courthouse the day before.
Earlier, Edith Cavell Bridge was closed while engineers inspected the structure, Queenstown Lakes District Council said.
TVNZ Chief Executive Jodi O’Donnell described the 15% stake as a “future-focused” decision to extend its advertising offer beyond broadcast and streaming.
Ana Martinez, producer of the Hollywood Walk of Fame, told Newsweek that based on images she’d seen online "it does appear the star was vandalised with scratches".
Marlborough District Council said staff and contractors completed the repair last night, and water had been returned to the system carefully to protect the network.
The current El Niño is expected to bring a warm, dry and windy spring for many parts of the country – putting pressure on crops, pasture and water supplies.
"We want to make New Zealand one of the hardest places in the world for organised criminal networks to operate and cause harm," Casey Costello said.
In a post to his Truth Social platform, Trump said: "Now that we have it under U.S.A control, should we change the name Hormuz Strait to TRUMP STRAIT??"
"I thought we had all lost our investments," one customer told 1News.
The "fake magnetic wall" was found hidden in a wardrobe.
Changes will re-energise the All Blacks for the third Test against the Boks, with intrigue remaining over the bench personnel, writes Patrick McKendry.
The spokesperson said the agency weighed several factors before proactively lifting tolls when a free route is out.
Cricketer Scott Kuggeleijn has lost his role with English county side Hampshire, who said they have listened to "feedback from staff and supporters" over his recruitment.
Customs uncovered the unusual method allegedly used to smuggle methamphetamine when the two men arrived on flights to Auckland from Malaysia.
An Auckland and Cromwell food business and its owner have been ordered to pay penalties after exploiting workers.
Wednesday night's Powerball was not won, seeing the upcoming jackpot draw on Saturday go up.
The global superstar has added another Eden Park date to his 2027 New Zealand tour after high presale demand.
President Donald Trump weighed in on Prince Harry and wife Meghan's return to the United Kingdom last week, saying he's "happy" they left the United States.
Waikato police say petrol-powered bicycles built by inventive teens may be impressive engineering, but were also illegal to ride on public roads.
One-year-old Kohen Wiley was fatally shot after an officer fired into a vehicle while investigating a shoplifting call in June.
UK presenter of Location Location Location has undergone leg surgery after suffering a fall while on a family getaway.
The actor was best known for her role as Bree in Disney's Zombies franchise.
All five of New Zealand's major banks lifted their variable rates by 25 basis points – in step with the OCR.
The prime minister said connectivity was a big challenge at the forum on the island of Palau.
Ewes and rams worth more than $1.7 million were allegedly stolen from a property near Blackall over several months, Queensland police say.
Auckland Museum has been undergoing asbestos removal and testing since May 2025, a process which has cost $8 million dollar already.
Sailors and Marines aboard the nuclear-powered ship hadn't been ashore for more than 260 days, and reports emerged last month of deteriorating mental health.
The Ministry of Education has gone back to court to close the school at the West Coast commune.
Police said the child was assaulted by a teenager but did not detail what occurred during the incident.
New Zealand driver plans to have "some fun" now that his play-off hopes are over.
Mother has been on trial for the murder of her three young children at her Massachusetts home in 2023.
The installment of 10 boulders in Ōpōtiki haven't prevented motorists from illegally parking along the streets.
The high-end house, famous for its "love" bracelets and watches, began trading at 66 Queen St on July 31 and officially opened today.
Settlement legislation passed its final reading in Parliament after nine years of negotiations.
Discovery at Lake Rotokākahi near Rotorua was close to the last known location of Jeremy Robertson, the sole person of interest in his mother's death.
Samantha Barrass, the suspended chief executive of the Financial Markets Authority, is departing the regulator immediately.
Iranian state media said four people – two women and two children – were killed and more than 60 were wounded.
Gloriavale is set to close after a cancelled registration; police warn against petrol-powered bicycles; Love It or List It host is hospitalised after taking a tumble.
The 53-year-old man faces 22 charges of intentionally making intimate visual recordings of other people at a Mount Maunganui early childhood centre.
Sassi Salter died seven weeks after a trip to a petting zoo where she held, rode and petted animals.
One of the NRL's best locks was never confident in his ability until he returned to the Warriors.
Two windows on a train service from Wellington to Masterton cracked "like a car windshield," although it's not yet confirmed what struck them.
Hoon Hay Kiwi Bakery in Hillmorton has had the last laugh after their controversial horse pies proved popular.
"There is a small chance students and staff may have whooping cough if they have been near this infectious person," Health NZ said.
Select committees recommended lifting the age of people move-on orders could apply to – along with other changes. However, the Justice Minister disagrees.
Residents in Ōhoka, 25km north of central Christchurch, are concerned about flooding, wastewater and traffic.
The man was walking on Te Puke Highway around 8.30pm Tuesday when he was struck and killed.
Queensland Rugby League confirms Boyd would take up the position on a two-year deal
The 28-year-old childcare educator's death in 2024 became the centre of a movement in Australia against gendered violence.
Police said emergency services were called to Waikuku Beach this evening.
Connor Dean died after a cardiac arrest under general anaesthetic at Queensland Children's Hospital.
The relatively inexperienced Sam Darry will partner Tupou Vaa'i, who will celebrate his 50th Test, in the second row in the crunch Test in Soweto.
