Court rejects challenge to Kaipara's ditching of Māori ward
The district council's Māori ward will disappear for the local elections next year.
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Why this forestry project is a 'win-win for animals and farmers'
Silvopastoral systems are a form of agroforestry involving livestock grazing on pasture.
New Woolworths supermarket planned for Flaxmere, resource consent filed
Flaxmere is set for a new Woolworths, creating jobs and boosting local commerce.
Arson charge laid over boarding house fire
A man has been arrested and faces an arson charge after a Gisborne boarding house fire.
'Significant' gang bust: 300g of meth, $50,000 and firearms seized
Thirteen people are now appearing before the court on a range of charges.
New see-saw transforms play for Whangārei children with disabilities
The see-saw can be used by all and is part of a new playground in Raumanga.
Concern over $18M Foodeast centre in Hastings opening without a test kitchen
A test kitchen was scratched from the design over cost.
John Pennington's new photo exhibition opens at Gizzy Local
Gisborne exhibition showcases Pennington's unique photography
The Country: Wayne Langford wraps the year
Wayne Langford, Todd Charteris, Jo Luxton, Stu Drew, and Chris Russell.
Vanuatu Earthquakes: Hawke’s Bay rescuers head for Port Vila
Specially trained Urban Search and Rescue staff have been sent Vanuatu.
Traffic management in place at Tairua trouble spot over peak summer period
Tairua’s one-lane Pepe Stream bridge becomes a significant bottleneck every summer.
Cancer survivor, 79, completes 1700km hike for charity
Duncan Smith, 79, completes 1700km hike of North Island for charity
First HC Post editor remembers community paper's early days
OPINION: Alison Smith was the newspaper's first editor.
'Don't take the kids there': Child victim of second dog attack at Northland beach
Second dog attack at Northland beach sparks safety concerns among residents.
Roads busy from today as holiday exodus begins, one killed in SH25 crash
Parts of the motorway network will be clogged during the Christmas exodus.
Man dies after suspected medical event leads to crash in Gisborne
A car left Roebuck Rd and crashed into the driveway entrance of a Gisborne home.
Significant delays on SH1 near Cambridge after truck and car crash
'Delay your journey or expect delays until vehicle recovery can be completed.'
Police admit errors in handling complaint, assault charge against Kaitāia man
Police acknowledge IPCA findings on the unjustified use of force in the Kaitāia incident.
Opinion: How a cervical cancer diagnosis changed my life
Taupō mum of two Emma Kettlewell was diagnosed with cancer a year ago.
Third murder charge laid after man found dead at Levin park
There have now been three men charged with murder.
Suspicious fire guts Hastings tyre shop in early-morning blaze
Firefighters left around 6.30am after extinguishing the blaze.
'Inspiring': Zorb locals' day sees 2000-plus cans donated for foodbank
It exceeded last year's donation total after the rides sold out within hours.
On in Tairāwhiti this weekend; Latin party, monthly market and photo exhibition
On in Tairāwhiti this weekend; Latin party, monthly market and photo exhibition
Authorities investigate Mount Putauaki blaze
Crews monitored hotspots on Mt Edgecumbe near Kawerau overnight.
'Incredibly rewarding': Dairy farmer's Calf Club changing young lives
Julie Pirie's farm programme engages troubled students in calf rearing near Ngatea.
Basketball final history in the Bay: 'We're in our groove right now'
'There is no better place than to play at home.'
Celebrating community and history as we say farewell
OPINION: The enduring legacy of local stories in the Horowhenua Chronicle.
Opinion: Why the haka protest marked a pivotal moment in NZ politics
Young leaders drove the massive hīkoi, emphasising empowerment and unity in Aotearoa.
Single-vehicle crash causes delays on Hawke's Bay Expressway
Single-vehicle crash near Maraekakaho Rd causes lane closure, no injuries reported.
Thumbs-up for central North Island village name change
National Park Village is being renamed Waimarino.
'Crash and bash': NZ soldier takes on Invictus challenge after trauma
NZ Army staff sergeant to compete in Invictus Games after overcoming trauma.
Thames-Coromandel mayor Len Salt pays tribute to community newspaper
Thames-Coromandel mayor Len Salt weighs in on newspaper closure.
'Solutions must be found' for lack of local journalism, Jeanz says
Loss of local news meant 'weaker communities' as the climate crisis bites.
Gangster caught showering fully clothed after alleged offending
The man was charged with dangerous driving, breaching bail and failing to stop for police.