'No cash, no housing’: Council calls on Government to act
Ruapehu District Council says it is bowing out from financing housing developments.
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One person critically injured in crash on Hawke’s Bay Expressway
Police were called to the crash on SH2, near the Kennedy Road off-ramp.
'Lots of interest': How Tauranga schooling is promoted in Korea
'Everybody said when they come here, they don’t want to leave after six months.'
Upcycling: Rest home residents fix broken bikes to gift to kids
Retirement village upcycling discarded bikes to give away at Christmas
Far North’s $50 million 10-year rubbish contract won by Northland Waste
Northland Waste is excited to provide additional local job opportunities.
'Several close calls': Skiers warned after Mt Ruapehu avalanches
Backcountry users should take precautions when leaving patrolled ski areas.
Opinion: If farmers can’t cover costs, what then for the economy?
Opinion: Most people in New Zealand know that farming is important for the economy.
An enduring legacy: 99-year-old attempting to walk 100km in his 100th year dies
A beloved Napier earthquake survivor became Hawke’s Bay’s very own 'Captain Tom'.
Sad about cancelled fashion week? No problem: Taupō has a quirky alternative
The event is part of Lake Taupō Hospice’s annual fundraiser.
NZ investigating weedkiller banned in US
Dacthal or DCPA herbicides are used to control annual grasses and broadleaf weeds.
Hitler and the Nazis series makes for compelling, disturbing viewing
OPINION: It's occasionally so appalling, you’ll have to look away.
Neighbours watched 'ball' of flame engulf Napier home
A woman was arrested after the 'well-involved' fire, police inquiries are ongoing.
Court ruling against forest company welcomed
The court said the company must cease discharging woody debris and sediment.
'It’s our livelihood': Store owner 'shattered' as ram-raiders steal $40k of bikes
Eleven masked people travelling in three cars broke into the motorbike store.
'Death was his only reprieve': Dog chained for five years, owner fined $2000
'He was so hungry that he was eating the plastic wrappers of his dog roll.'
Warning: Meth-laced lollies could kill - what to look out for
Potentially lethal dose of methamphetamine found in Rinda pineapple lolly wrapping.
Alive to tell the story: 5-year-old happy and healthy after scary start to life
'She often claims the Westpac Helicopter as ‘hers’ when she sees it fly over.'
Three-vehicle crash on Tauranga Eastern Link
Emergency services were called to the crash about 5.35am.
One dead in Waikato motorcycle crash
The road was closed last night while the Serious Crash Unit examined the scene.
Police spike car after Waikato chase
The vehicle was spiked several times, deflating all four tyres.
'I was being as gentle as possible': Mother denies injuring daughter during Covid test
The jury had to decide if the injuries were accidental or caused by an "enraged" mother.
Don't try this at home: 79-year-old woman's cooking fire warning
Siua Malota threw flour and salt at the flames, and against all odds, the fire went out.
Napier City Council to sell 72 of its 377 homes
The market value of the properties is about $21.8 million.
'Why penalise the dog owners who do the right thing': Calls for more positive use of registration fees
Dog owners say the council should make better use of their registration fees.
Temporary closure ahead for Medlab at Whanganui Hospital
The closure will also affect visitors trying to access Whanganui Hospital's main entrance.
Hockey: YMP still unbeaten but made to work by GBHS
Gisborne Girls' High pip Paikea in 3-2 thriller.
More than 100 paddlers from Gisborne to compete in world waka ama sprints
Paddlers battled tough conditions, including silt and sewage, but remain excited.
A night of hilarity with Matt Heath and Jesse Mulligan
The two funny men will interview each other at a hilarious dinner event.
Three Waters fix could mean credit downgrades for some councils
The head of the LGFA says borrowing costs unlikely to increase significantly for councils.
Gisborne letters on marae meeting, trust isn't a charity, Grey St pantomime
Gisborne letters on marae meeting, trust isn't a charity, Grey St pantomime.
Major landslide at Young Nicks Head prompts warning
'There is still a risk of landfall around this area.': council scientist
Terminally ill Lake Alice survivors to receive $20,000 'rapid payments' from Govt
The cash will be available for patients from the Lake Alice Child and Adolescent Unit.
Pilot who stole chopper in fatal Cairns crash had NZ licence
The incident happened at the DoubleTree by Hilton about 2am Monday.