Israel can and has compromised when making peace.

Hospital needs urgent upgrade

It's time to sort out the budget for the year now.

The report delivers recommendations which have been overdue for a long time.

Tributes paid to drowned mother.

I am increasingly concerned about the impact alcohol and drugs are having on NZ society.

Why is it called menopause when it's not about blokes?

These holidays the road toll stands at 13 ... or it did when I started writing this ...

New year ideal time for recalibration.

In most countries burn-out rates for doctors are now more than 50 percent.

A little patience goes along way, writes Hawke's Bay Today editor James Ford.

New Zealanders need to make sure women have an equal chance of competing at ballot box.

The future is uncertain, so don't bank on media forecasts to always be on the money

Men heavily dressed to work in cargo freezer hold drowned after collision

The "Taonga Maori" category is one of the most significant in the world

For a strong inclusive 'community' to exist, freedom and security should exist as well.

My support for Israel is rooted in the integrity and infallibility of the Holy Bible.

What's the cost to the ratepayer?

Tax hike makes cigarettes high-end commodity.

Big difference between being a CEO in local government and in private enterprise.

Time to think about the future of our landfills

New Zealand schools rate relatively highly for critical thinking skills.

Calm after busy time in twin cities

It is up to the voting public who decide on who is elected and who is rejected at the poll

The decision by Craggy Range to close the track was a brave one.

As 2017 ends, are your investments still in line with your aims and risk tolerances?

Michael Fowler delves into another slice of local history

Catering for diverse range of visitors' tastes is the challenge

Tips for achieving those New Year resolutions.

The euthanasia and assisted suicide debate is extremely emotive.