An Auckland man has been jailed after fleeing police at 125km/h with an infant in the car, highlighting the risks of dangerous driving in urban areas.
A driver previously involved in a fatal crash has been caught again driving at 190km/h, raising renewed concerns about repeat dangerous driving in New Zealand.
A New Zealand seafood company was fined $20,000 after illegally receiving mussels from a restricted zone, highlighting the quiet importance of biosecurity rules.
Nintendo has updated its Switch Online app to support new friend list features linked to the upcoming Switch 2, signaling a broader evolution of its social gaming ecosystem.
Samples from asteroid Ryugu contain all five DNA and RNA nucleobases, supporting the idea that life’s essential ingredients may have originated in space and been delivered to Earth
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A missing 65-year-old Auckland woman has been found after a police appeal, bringing a quiet resolution to a brief period of public concern.
Kārearea falcons confirmed breeding in Auckland’s Hūnua Ranges, signaling improved habitat conditions after sustained conservation efforts.
New Zealand mudfish wins Fish of the Year 2026, drawing attention to fragile wetlands and the quiet resilience of lesser-known freshwater species.
New research shows dinosaur eggs hatched more slowly and less efficiently than modern birds, revealing evolutionary changes in reproduction and incubation over millions of years.
Three people have been charged with murder after a cancer-battling father died following an incident at a Christchurch home. The case is now before the courts.
An airstrike reportedly carried out by Pakistan hit a Kabul drug rehabilitation center, killing at least 100 people and raising concerns over civilian safety and targeting in conflict zones.
A Tauranga school entered lockdown after reports of a possibly armed person nearby. Police responded, and the situation was resolved with no confirmed threat or injuries.
A man with a disability was mistakenly reported as intoxicated at a New World store, prompting a police response. The incident has raised quiet reflection on misunderstanding in public spaces.
Bethesda is preparing to reveal major updates about the future of Starfield, potentially including expansions and new features that will further evolve its space RPG universe.
Struck-off lawyer Davina Reid has lodged a new bid to return to New Zealand’s legal profession.
Two people were injured after a four-vehicle crash in Palmerston North, prompting an emergency response and traffic disruption.
Rising fuel costs have prompted calls for New Zealand to expand remote work to ease commuting expenses.
Samoa’s PM says Christopher Luxon nearly cancelled a chiefly title ceremony just hours before it went ahead.
A young boy born with a severe heart condition has never left hospital, receiving continuous care as doctors work toward future treatment options.
Waioweka Gorge highway closed again for several hours as authorities manage safety concerns along the route.
Fire crews are battling a large blaze in Milson, Palmerston North, with emergency services working to contain the fire.
Napier councillors have appointed Graeme Taylor as deputy mayor, marking the third change in the role within a month.
A New Zealand mother says her fuel costs tripled after losing school bus eligibility, raising concerns about transport policy impacts.
A crash has closed part of State Highway 1 in North Canterbury, causing delays as emergency services respond.