Smoke billowing from a fire on Christchurch's Port Hills

Deja vu as Port Hills couple evacuate home destroyed by 2017 blaze

The couple had only moved back into their house five weeks ago.

February 14, 2024

2:50

Two of the Hobbit Holes on Bagshot Row at the Matamata film set are now open.

An inside look at the new attraction opening at Hobbiton

Lord of the Rings fans can now get a whole lot closer to the magic of Middle-earth in Matamata.

December 1, 2023

4:02

Light heavyweight sensation Jerome Pampellone is preparing for the toughest challenge of his professional career.

Jerome Pampellone: Meet New Zealand's toughest boxing tradie

The 27-year-old light heavyweight takes on hard-hitting Mexican Rogelio 'Porky' Medina in the ring on December 2.

November 29, 2023

3:56

The story of the loose forward's journey to rugby greatness features in a new children's book.

All Black Ardie Savea's rugby story turned into book

From World Rugby Player of the Year to starring in a new children's book — Ardie Savea shares his journey to rugby greatness.

November 20, 2023

4:06

The Auckland-born writer has completed Te Araroa, a 3000km trail that stretches from Cape Reinga to Bluff.

Hiker's journey to reconnect with NZ after harrowing survival tale

Auckland-born writer Claire Nelson was immobilised for days and forced to drink her own urine to survive after falling on a hike in California.

November 13, 2023

4:04

What does it take to be a mall Santa? The first step is enrolling in Santa School.

Watch: Father Christmas wannabes train up at Santa School

As New Zealand faces a nationwide shortage of Santas this festive season, those who have signed up to play the jolly fellow are going back to school.

November 10, 2023

3:41

Award-winning rapper Poetik says it's a dream come true to open a streetwear store.

Poetik: 'I started rapping when I found out I couldn't sing'

Award-winning rapper Ventry Parker, also known as Poetik, says it's a dream come true to open a streetwear store in West Auckland.

November 2, 2023

3:43

October 2023
Every Thursday the babies are brought in for residents to hold and coo over.

Life-like baby dolls spreading joy for residents living with dementia

Every Thursday, the newborns are brought in to St Kilda Care Home for the residents to hold and coo over.

October 30, 2023

4:13

March 2023
Jacob Rackham and a friend were out on their usual surf when a seal appeared to defend its territory (Source: Jacob Rackham).

Watch: Seal charges at Christchurch surfer

Jacob Rackham and a friend were out on their usual surf when a seal appeared to defend its territory.

March 16, 2023

0:17

December 2022
Kiwi woman's haircut fail viewed by millions

Kiwi woman's haircut fail viewed by millions

Deanna Woodfield wanted a new hairstyle for a Christmas party and asked her hairdresser in Albany to cut her bangs, only to regret it.

December 22, 2022

July 2022
File image: People at a London train station.

UK rail workers to strike day before Commonwealth Games opening

The strike comes a month after the country's most disruptive railway strike in 30 years that paralysed train networks across Britain.

July 14, 2022

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern poses alongside Prince William.

Ardern gifts Prince William book about potato as she wraps up Europe tour

The Prime Minister had some parting gifts for the British royal and his family.

July 3, 2022

June 2022
Ukraine war must not fuel arms race, Ardern tells NATO leaders

Ukraine war must not fuel arms race, Ardern tells NATO leaders

In her speech in Madrid, the PM also singled out China as becoming “more assertive” in the Pacific.

June 30, 2022

3:28

NZDF and Ukraine troops in UK

Watch: NZ troops train Ukrainians to use lightweight howitzer

1News was granted access to live fire training in south-west England.

June 30, 2022

1:57

Jacinda Ardern.

Ardern touches down in Madrid ahead of NATO leaders' summit

The PM is set to hold bilateral talks with the presidents of Spain and France.

June 28, 2022

0:56

Kevin Spacey.

Spacey bailed by London court after sexual assault charges appearance

Actor Kevin Spacey "strenuously denies any and all criminality".

June 17, 2022

0:19

The Mall, London.

Kiwi Royal fanatics camp out on The Mall, London

Friends Suzanna Litten and Shay Ridley set up their tent this afternoon as anticipation builds ahead of the four-day bumper weekend.

June 2, 2022

0:44

May 2022
The former Black Caps captain said he will use his skills from his playing days to help rebuild the struggling side.

McCullum accepts 'a lot of pressure' comes with England job

Former Black Caps captain Brendon McCullum said he will use his leadership skills from his playing days to help the struggling Test side come right.

May 28, 2022

2:35

Kevin Spacey charged with sexual assault in the UK

Kevin Spacey charged with sexual assault in the UK

The star of American Beauty and House of Cards has been charged with four counts of sexual assault against men in the UK.

May 27, 2022

The party was reportedly held eight days after England was plunged into a second lockdown.

Drunken brawl at Downing Street as UK remained in lockdown

A report into parties at No. 10 attacked senior leaders in government, saying they must "bear responsibility" for the culture which led to Covid lockdown rules being broken.

May 26, 2022

The party was reportedly held eight days after England was plunged into a second lockdown.

New photos emerge of Boris Johnson drinking at lockdown party

It comes ahead of the release of Sue Gray's report into parties held at No 10 during the Covid-19 lockdown.

May 24, 2022

0:25

Missing person picture of Joseph Day.

Concerns for welfare of NZ man missing in England

Joseph Day, who lives in Bristol, has not been seen or heard from since Saturday night.

May 3, 2022

3:57

March 2022
The woman introduced herself as Lena while the 1News Europe correspondent crossed to the 6pm bulletin.

Ukrainian woman in live cross reinforces refugees' plight - Faitaua

During a live cross on the 6pm news, a displaced woman walked alongside Daniel Faitaua with a smile that the 1News reporter said beamed like no other.

March 12, 2022

1:18

Queen Elizabeth II in 2022 (file photo).

Queen pulls out of Commonwealth Service

The 95-year-old, who recently recovered from Covid-19, has instead asked the heir to the throne Prince Charles to stand in for her.

March 12, 2022

February 2022
Queen Elizabeth tests positive for Covid-19

Queen Elizabeth tests positive for Covid-19

The 95-year-old monarch is experiencing “mild cold-like symptoms” but expects to carry out “light duties” this week.

February 21, 2022