Ministers have warned regions to design new structures in three months or face intervention, with concerns smaller communities will lose voice and influence.
Politics
6:35pm
2:25
New Zealanders are warned to check they're being paid the interest rate they think they are in their savings accounts.
New Zealand
5:06pm
A tiny, remote island in the Pacific was thrust into the spotlight in 2004, when seven men, including the mayor, were put on trial over child sex abuse charges.
3:57pm
5:20
This year's cohort will be the final one in which students will be eligible for fees-free support, Finance Minister Nicola Willis confirmed.
11:36am
Emergency services were alerted to the two-storey house fire in Chartwell at around 2.56am Saturday.
9:30am
It came after wild weather caused flooding and power outages in the South Island yesterday.
8:32am
"Indications are that the woman had exited her vehicle after a minor crash, and was then struck by another vehicle," police said.
8:17am
Caroline picked up on the vibe here quickly during a two-week trip with her family.
7:17am
Carole Whorrall has travelled to Auckland from California to cherish the memory of her much loved son.
Crime and Justice
6:01am
The test on various topics around New Zealand life and government would be required for many applying for citizenship from next year.
Friday 6:50pm
AI avatars will provide additional support in situations where the Deaf community may face delays or lack access to interpreters.
Friday 6:33pm
2:35
The expo at Te Rauparaha Arena on Tuesday was designed for students, school leavers and anyone who wanted to find education or a career pathway.
Friday 5:45pm
The Xero founder was knighted in the 2026 New Year Honours and was awarded the supreme title in March.
Business
Friday 4:21pm
The New Zealand-founded company was well placed to benefit from the Trump administration's planned "Golden Dome", according to its chief executive Sir Peter Beck.
Friday 4:06pm
2:21
Addington site may be rezoned and the Crusaders’ former stronghold dismantled as the city moves on to One NZ Stadium.
Friday 4:00pm
Sherman said her role became "untenable" after fallout from language used at ministerial function.
Friday 3:46pm
The approval clears the way for the two fuel retailers to combine operations into a nationwide network of around 240 sites stretching from Invercargill to Kaitaia.
Friday 2:47pm
Police said the upturned vehicle was located in the Ōtūtū/Rough River at Ikamatua about 10.45am.
Friday 2:20pm
Over the past year, first-time buyers have purchased 24,800 properties - the highest annual number since the year to the third quarter of 2021.
Friday 1:51pm
Strong wind watches expand and heavy rain hits West Coast and upper South Island, with more disruption expected as system moves east.
Friday 1:25pm
1:24
Names, email addresses, ID numbers and messages between users could all be affected by the breach.
Friday 12:24pm
The man thought the serpent was an eel before realising it was the rare, venomous species after another sighting earlier this week.
Friday 11:08am
1:31
The 36-year-old appeared in the High Court at Napier today and will now face trial in August 2027.
Friday 10:58am
A Christchurch post shop with a difference is set to close as NZ Post moves to shut more than 140 counters around the country, devastating customers who say it is a vital community hub.
Friday 10:08am
Butter is far from the only item with a higher price when made in New Zealand
Friday 9:51am
