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Authorities urge violence-free New Year's Eve
It comes after two straight nights of violence in Auckland, involving group brawls.
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Hastings woman killed in 'unique way,' police say as probe continues
11:29 am todayTeishallia Te Paea's body was found at a house in the Hastings suburb of Camberley on 29 October.
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Can the 'Scandinavian sleep method' help couples find peace?
21 minutes agoThe 'Scandinavian sleep method' is having a moment on social media. But what is it? And will it stop you fighting over the duvet?
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Seven new Knights and Dames in New Year Honours
7:03 am todayFrom the chairperson of the Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry to a champion racing driver, a look at who is being recognised in the honours list this…
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New Year Honours 2026 - the full list
8:17 am todayHere is the full list of everyone receiving a 2026 New Year Honour.
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Auckland to Perth flight diverted after person dies
about 1 hour agoThe flight was diverted to Sydney due to the incident and emergency services were provided.
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'Real hero' lends hand after dramatic boat capsize
12:01 pm todayA search is underway for a dog missing after a man was rescued from a capsized yacht in Whananaki in Northland yesterday.
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One dead after crash near Ohau Point
11:39 am todayOne person has died after a crash this morning on State Highway 1 north of Kaikōura.
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Urgent call to conserve water as storm clean-up continues
10:57 am todayA severe thunderstorm watch remains for part of the North Island as a stormy week continues.
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'Worst nightmare': Hundreds hunt for beloved runaway horse
7:31 am todayAuckland rider Erin Swainston knew she had to let go of the reins or be crushed by her horse, Scooter, when he lost his footing.
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'The abuser was protected and the women blamed': Anglican priest honoured for advocacy
10:41 am todayReverend Dr Patricia Allan learnt of sexual abuse and harassment within the Church while she was preparing for ordination.
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NZ tourist thought grounded cruise ship was 'going to sink'
An angry passenger has confronted cruise ship staff after her dream Christmas voyage came to a crashing halt off the Papua New Guinea coast on the weekend.
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Working 'at the intersection of where the eye meets the brain'
8:14 am todayDame Helen Danesh-Meyer has been made a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to ophthalmology.
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Recognition for woman who led abuse in care royal commission
6:12 am todayTeacher, lawyer, judge and head of a royal commission - Dame Coral Shaw's career has always been about giving back to those most vulnerable.
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Hundreds still without power after storms
7:33 am todaySevere wind and rain battered the North Island and upper South Island on Tuesday.
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Eight Pasifika recipients in New Year Honours
9:24 am todayLeading the accolades is All Blacks great Saveatama Eroni Clarke for services to the Pacific community and rugby.
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One dead in early morning Waikato crash
8:24 am todayOne person has died following a single-vehicle crash in Waikato early this morning.
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New Year Honours: Wellingtonians in line for applause
7:00 am todayThree new dames and four knights have been announced in this year's New Year Honours - and the capital is home to three of them.
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Scientists investigate venomous spider 'hotspots'
30 Dec 2025The invasive noble false widow spider was first spotted in Porirua last year with further sightings in Christchurch, Nelson, Waikato and Northland.
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Essential New Zealand Albums: The Warratahs - The Only Game In Town
5:04 am todayThis 1987 album launched Kiwi country institution The Warratahs on a career that has spanned four decades.
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A history of New Zealand's wildfires - and what's to come
30 Dec 2025Off the back of two devastating wildfires in Tongariro National Park, Kate Green takes a look back at some of the big ones, and a look forward at future risk. Video
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Te Arawa Lakes battles invasive gold clams
30 Dec 2025Te Arawa Lakes Trust is worried about the lakes in its area and the boaties coming to use them.
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Lost hiker rescue: 'They've certainly saved him in some shape or form'
30 Dec 2025"That's six hours he could have been by himself if these members of the public hadn't stepped up and help us out," says the local head of police.
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State Highway 2 reopens after fatal crash
5:04 am todayOne person has died after a single vehicle crash on State Highway 2 near Tangoio.
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Rhythm and Vines dries out after soggy start
30 Dec 2025Festival director Kieran Spillane was confident the grounds will dry up in hours: "The sites are actually holding up very, very well."
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Thousands without power around country as wild weather moves south
30 Dec 2025Stormy weather has been moving slowly south down the country today, leaving thousands without power.
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'It's a miracle no one was killed': Victim of brutal dog attack speaks out
30 Dec 2025A brutal dog mauling that left three people injured was not an isolated event, but the culmination of years of warnings one victim says were repeatedly ignored.
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Alien invasion that could threaten NZ's economy just a plane ride away
30 Dec 2025That is the key message from a new video, which will be compulsory viewing for the country's 6 million international arrivals from now on. Video
Top News stories
- Authorities urge violence-free night in Auckland, New Year's events cancelled elsewhere
- Police investigating Teishallia Te Paea's death, looking to speak with some who visited victim's home
- Can the 'Scandinavian sleep method' help couples find peace?
- 2026 New Year Honours: Seven New Zealanders named Knights and Dames
- New Year Honours 2026 - the full list
