‘So much generosity in Gisborne’: Two women moving to support Cancer Society
Jane Wilkie lost her 31-year-old son Matt to bowel cancer in 2022.
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‘Massive problem’: Man five times over limit drank bottle of vodka then ‘went for a drive’
The 35-year-old had been sentenced just months earlier for the same thing.
Economy in line for $10 billion boost if farmgate milk price stays high
A back-to-back $10/kg milk price would put money in farmers' back pockets.
Notorious criminal Dean Wickliffe on hunger strike, alleging assault by prison guard
Dean Wickliffe started his hunger strike on March 10, seeking dignity and fair treatment.
After 16 national titles, 33-year-old runner gets her world championship call-up
It's been a 15-year wait for Laura Nagel, who ran at the world junior champs in 2010.
Why a charity drive is a lifeline for families like Emma’s
Emma had open-heart surgery at four days old.
Todd McClay talks trade with India on The Country
Todd McClay, Damien O'Connor, Matt Chisholm, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, and Todd Clark.
Watch: Napier athlete takes Winter Special Olympics silver, missing gold by 0.1 seconds
'Mum, Dad, I’m here. Dream come true.'
Napier’s Tim Clayton secures silver at Winter Special Olympics in Italy, just 0.1s from gold
Tim Clayton claimed a silver medal at the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin. Video / Rafaella Melo
Copper network outage hits 117 customers in Western Bay of Plenty
Chorus's copper network is down in parts of Western Bay of Plenty and Tauranga.
‘Middle class struggle’: Housing costs hit essential workers
Market rent is $650 per week; these homes will rent for $520, saving $6760 annually.
'Trial must be brought to an end': Murder case unexpectedly halted
Only four of the 31 witnesses had testified before the trial ended.
Police seek man in relation to Ōtorohanga burglaries
Police believed he had information that could assist with inquiries.
Truck rolls on SH1 in North Island, one seriously injured
One person was airlifted in a serious condition.
‘Repugnant to justice’: Judge says jail only option for serial shoplifter
Kenneth Waaka didn't want media to take his photo because he was embarrassed.
Chokepoints in a tsunami: New evacuation model set to be revealed for Napier
The roads to safety won’t all be traffic-free for those trying to find high ground.
Food for thought: Could you eat only food produced near you?
Opinion: “Locavore March” is promoted as the new way of eating with the mind engaged.
Juicy Fest, Timeless Summer Tour companies owe more than $2.4m
One ticketholder fears the chances of a refund are 'extremely low'.
Public warned not to approach wanted man
Police seek Sam Te Puni Tainui, 28, with a warrant for arrest.
Mitch Rees dominates NZ Superbikes, clinches third national title
He secured his third title in the premier 1000cc superbike class.
Club cricket finals weekend: Taradale on a hot streak at the perfect time
The unexpected rise of Taradale - can they go all the way this weekend?
'It's getting scary now': Drought-hit farmers face harsh winter
'At the end of the day, everyone takes their turn at a bad season - this is ours.'
‘We all had a ball’: Close to 5000 people taste the best meatballs in Hastings
Around 4500 to 5000 people attended the inaugural Hastings event.
Wild goose chase: Report of swimmers in distress sparks rescue mission
Rescue teams in Tauranga responded to reports of swimmers in distress.
College secures regional debating title for third year
'Prevalence of technopessimism' subject of grand final debate.
Tokoroa receives biggest housing boost since the 1970s
Strathmore Park is expected to deliver 187 homes in stages.
‘Privileged and excited’: Pāpāmoa mum’s journey to Ironman success
Nicole Storm cried with pride for 30 minutes after finishing her first Ironman.
How a Kiwi butcher carved her path to a world stage in Paris
She is the only female on the Hellers Sharp Blacks team of six butchers.
Bullets fired into packed rural pub near Wairoa, police investigate gang links
Police are searching for a white hatchback seen in the area before the shooting.
Hydro lake levels are at record lows, but that could quickly change
Severe wind and rain forecast for the central and southern parts of the country this week.
Far North news briefs – New sports hub, upgraded tsunami maps and bowel screening
News snippets from the Far North.
Northland share farmers of the year are Kaitāia couple
Far North couple are 2025 Northland share farmers of the year.
New Zealand's Best Baches: Meet this year's 2025 Bach Of The Year winners
An inside look at the 10 standout private baches recognised in this year’s awards.
Kerikeri-based budgeting and family service closing its doors
Far North budgeting and family service closing after 27 years helping struggling families