Whopper battle: The town weighing up Burger King and Starbucks
A David and Goliath battle is brewing in the 'Corrugated Capital of the World'.
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Wairoa orchardist top apple grower in Gisborne horticulture competition
Sirius Tamati-Smith recognised in Gisborne's Young Grower competition.
Private island site no excuse for not fencing swimming pool in Far North
The owners of Motukawaiti Island had argued young children would never visit the site.
Fit a CPD for quad bike safety: Safer Rides covering almost half the cost
Farmers have been urged to fit CPDs to their quads at a discounted price.
Frosty fundraiser: Swim event at Kaiti Beach aids SuperGrans Tairawhiti
Money raised goes to SuperGrans Tairāwhiti.
Gisborne letters on replacing animal feed, Great Barrier Reef visit, gun laws
OPINION: Gisborne letters on replacing animal feed, Great Barrier Reef visit, gun laws.
Courier driver avoids conviction for crash that left motorcyclist dead
An NZ Post van and motorbike collided head-on along a rural road.
It's the right thing to do: Government commits to rollout of speed camera warning signs
The Government is installing warning signs at speed cameras including those in Northland.
Woman hit by car in Hamilton then taken away in same vehicle
The woman was later located and is in hospital.
Mayoral candidate threatens to take Tauranga council and marina to High Court
It comes amid a years-long dispute that has already cost ratepayers nearly $70k.
Neighbour reflects on loss of 'godsend' ex-reserve, councillor queries sale price
A trust bought the Clayton Rd site for $750,000 to build 10 affordable rental homes.
Nuclear test witness to receive medal
'He could see his skeleton through his fingers, even with his eyes closed.'
Adopt a Granny programme to help elderly with extra food and social support
The initiative started in response to some elderly going without food.
Teanau Tuiono: Engineered stone must be banned
OPINION: New Zealand needs to emulate Australia’s groundbreaking decision.
Durie Hill Elevator celebrates 105th birthday in Whanganui
The 105th birthday of Durie Hill Elevator.
One tonne of fish, and more, for flood-affected Wairoa families
Kāpiti has responded to Wairoa's time of need.
Man who scaled courtroom barrier to attack relative's murderer admits guilt
Arohaina Henare was stabbed to death by Moses Mohi Taua in 2022.
‘Too painful’: We could have done better on lowering rates – councillor
One councillor called it 'totally unpalatable'.
Quad bikes: Farmers offered crush protection device discount
'This is practical support that means cost shouldn’t get in the way of safety.'
Climate change efforts a 'crock': Mayoral hopeful ranks lowest in environment survey
He says people have to have 'rocks' in their heads to think humans can change the climate.
David Seymour talks Pharmac on The Country
David Seymour, Emma Parsons, Emma Higgins, Lindy Nelson.
Kerbside recycling has smooth start apart from minor teething issues
The new kerbside recycling collection began earlier this month.
Five people injured after car and truck crash
Emergency services were alerted to the crash about 12.10pm.
Marae-based Northland dementia clinic extended
The mate wareware (dementia) treatment trial was a success and has been extended.
Multiple explosions heard as vehicles burn in possible arson attack
Three vehicles set alight on waterfront.
The world will be watching for Taupō's Ironman
Preparations are under way for the World Championships in December.
Aquarium to remove travelator; replacement too costly
Travelator removal comes at a time when the future of the aquarium is being reviewed.
Opinion: A council divide? Or just a council with diverse perspectives?
OPINION: I take pride in councillors feeling empowered to express diverse perspectives.
CCTV cameras fall victim to cost-cutting despite community feedback
CCTV in the small Southland town of Winton has been a hot topic over the past six months.
Blinkhorne & Carroll Winter Series third race on the Whanganui awa
The third race of Whanganui Rowing Association, 2024 Blinkhorne & Carroll Winter Series.
Likely 'weather bomb' brushing NI: Heavy rain watch for BoP
The fast-moving low is likely to be classed an explosive cyclogenesis, aka "weather bomb".
Farmer fined $98,000 after clearing native bush to sell as firewood
An ecologist noticed indigenous forest had been cleared and reported it.
Two people injured in two-truck crash, heavy fog in area
Heavy fog was reported in the crash zone.
Miss Rotorua pageant aims to deconstruct American idea of beauty
Beauty queens set to take the crown for Miss Rotorua 2024.