Turtle troubles in Napier: 'It is totally irresponsible to release them to the wild'
Turtles are believed to have been dumped by owners who can no longer care for them.
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The Country: Damien O'Connor on his European trade trip
Sir David Carter, Damien O'Connor, Toby Williams, Rhys Roberts, Tim Dangen.
Hints of red and purple: Secret location for Enchanted Ball to be unveiled
The Enchanted Ball is coming, and it promises to be 'magical'.
'Going to be awesome': New green space for Tauranga
It will include a half basketball court.
'We will make a noise': Ngāti Kahungunu backs hīkoi ahead of arrival in Hastings
Hīkoi mō Te Tiriti will be in Heretaunga on Friday as it makes its way to Wellington.
'The power of small actions': The 5000-item goal for foodbank
Louise Watson has set herself a 5000-item goal this Christmas for the foodbank.
Luxury boutique properties under new management
The signings bring its management portfolio to 20 properties.
Te reo champion's influence extended beyond the kapa haka stage
Ricky Mitai was known for his immense warmth and generosity.
Police find body in Whanganui River
The body was located in the water near the City Bridge.
Free counselling service faces uncertain future
The Marton Counselling Centre’s budget has taken a $30,000 hit.
'Buzzing': Orca close to shore thrills locals
A local media company says orca sighting made "once in a lifetime" footage.
Can wool make hot tubs sustainable?
Outdoor Gravity says the usual materials used to make spa pools are unsustainable.
Zespri asks producers to vote on overseas expansion
The market wants the gold – but there's a supply-demand gap, Zespri says.
Iwi goes to solar energy to power dozens of retirement villages
Ngāpuhi Investments in joint venture to supply energy exclusively to Ryman Healthcare.
One dead in Manawatū crash
Emergency services were called to the two-vehicle crash on Rangiotu Rd about 5.30pm.
Docuseries reveals shocking twists in Peter Beckett case
REVIEW: Peter Beckett insists his wife's drowning was an accident.
Stabbed and walked away laughing: Teen's ongoing trauma after shopping mall attack
'Small disagreements' led to a teen stalking a peer around a mall and stabbing her.
NZ Herald Live: Tory Whanau in studio with Nick Mills
Tory Whanau in the studio with Nick Mills
‘You are uniting us’: Iwi, supporters mark hīkoi with beach bonfires
Tipene Walters thanked David Seymour for uniting Māori to march for Te Tiriti.
Five injured in two-vehicle crash near Te Puke
A serious crash blocked a highway in the Bay of Plenty.
'Genuinely cared for': School family united after lightning strike, hall fire
The school's performing arts centre and new-entrants class were demolished after the fire.
The last soldier: Thousands expected to farewell NZ war hero
The funeral and burial services for Sir Robert 'Bom' Gillies are to take place today.
News briefs from the Far North: Big rescue helicopter donation, Whānau as Leaders for Whānau event, and warm October
News snippets from the Far North.
Kura to shine at Tūranganui Schools’ Māori Cultural Festival
Kura to showcase Māori culture at Tūranganui schools’ festival from November18-22.
Watch: Kiwi teen swaps guitar picks with Pearl Jam frontman during Auckland concert
The 14-year-old plans to use the prized memento at his future gigs.
Fired vet who tried to choke cow after lethal injection didn't work wins $35k payout
Tony Austwick was unjustifiably dismissed after three customers made complaints about him.
Flags to fly at half-mast to mark burial of WWII veteran Sir Robert Gillies
All government and public buildings will fly the New Zealand flag at half-mast on Tuesday.
'He was made to feel like a nobody': Troubled life of 12-year-old who took his own life
Boy's death is one of six suspected youth suicides the coroner is examining in Whangārei.
'Very capable of harming people': Firearms boss not made aware of colleague's alarming concerns
Joel Buckley was later killed by AOS after firing at officers when they visited his home.
'For everyone': Hīkoi organisers promote unity on first day of action
Hīkoi is about standing up for Te Tiriti, which will help everyone thrive, organisers say.
Fonterra moves global consumer business sale up a gear, favours IPO and trade sale track
Chief executive Miles Hurrell says there's 'significant' interest.
Collaboration not competition: Concern raised at after-hours healthcare tender process
Some local clinics are critical of Te Whatu Ora's tender process for a gap in services.
'Hope those empty panels remain empty': Vietnam vet hopes for no more war casualties
Combined Services Day in Gisborne saw diverse attendance, honouring all service personnel.
'Last place I wanted to be': Concussion left Blues cult hero fearing All Blacks call-up
Tom Robinson retired from rugby earlier this year, aged 30.