Former Chiefs player admits assault on waitress, breaking her wrist
The victim suffered a broken wrist in the incident.
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Artistic duo team up on 'Fantabulous' project
When a children's author and a composer combine, it's sure to be 'fantabulous'.
Movement for Archie: Fundraiser to help Northland baby’s therapy journey
The Kerikeri family have been forced to go private to help Archie Sturrock learn to walk.
Grieving family of nurse killed in crash mourns ‘bubbly’ girl whose last act saved lives
'We know that her life made a difference and it wasn’t wasted.'
Mother-daughter duo not horsing around with barrel racing
'Doing something both you and your daughter love is something really special.'
'Sinister': Husband accused of rape fathered three kids with wife's younger sister
'This is a court of law, it’s not a court of morals,' the man's lawyer told a court.
'Lost the plot': Judge slams teen's retaliation of comatose man
“Whatever the victim had done ...(there) was utterly no justification for your behaviour.”
Bird flu: So far no known connection between first and second farms
Culling of 80,000 birds under way at infected sites.
Save our mill: Proposed job cuts threat to entire town, advocates say
“This is going to be the beginning of the end if we don’t do anything about it.”
Three injured, one trapped after boat flips on Raglan bar
Sixty-one lives have been lost in water-related incidents in New Zealand this year.
'Horrid rotten egg smell:' Authorities followed their noses to find black gunk seeping into streams
Three people complained of the black substance that smelled like rotten egg.
Concerts: Aussie tribute group signed for February Sound Shell gig
The city council joins local promoter Hamish Pinkham in a Soundshell promotion.
'Gizzy Christmas': CBD sparkles with new 7m Christmas tree
Fifty-eight wooden trees decorated by Tairawhiti students spread festive cheer.
Shane Edwards’ death: Police going door-to-door in Tokoroa
Shane Edwards went missing on May 14, 2022. His remains were recently found.
Cycling boss apologises for 'appalling' treatment of Olivia Podmore
The decision not to investigate the bullying allegations was 'not appropriate' - Peterson
Govt announces sweeping changes to limit farm-to-forestry conversions
Govt says measures will protect productive farmland and allow sustainable forestry growth.
Hamilton carver completes 'massive' whale bone pare
'Creating this pare was about honouring tradition and pushing boundaries ...'
‘Beyond disappointing’: Kāinga Ora rejects wool carpet
Disappointment as Kāinga Ora opts for synthetic over wool carpet.
Scrub fire about 1ha in size under control
The fire is in steep terrain, and crews are working to extinguish it.
Farm-to-forestry changes with the PM on The Country
Christopher Luxon, Bryce McKenzie, Komal Mistry-Mehta, Jen Corkran, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth.
Sparks cause 10-hour fire battle in east coast forest
Firefighters were tied up for 10 hours dealing with fire in young pines in a forest.
'Calming' water feature starts smoking as firefighters issue warning over cheap electronics
A Hastings man said he woke up to a burning smell and the outlet close to igniting.
Summer's first heat alerts issued as temperatures head for 30C
MetService has issued heat alerts for known hotspots, with warm nights keeping temps high.
Christmas at the Park countdown on as Hastings venue takes shape
Hot weather and large crowds expected for Christmas at the Park in Hastings.
Murder charge laid after man found dead at Levin park
Police say more people are involved in the alleged murder.
Inspiring futures: Teachers connect with farming leaders in Tairāwhiti
Gisborne teachers tour farms, connecting students with local career options.
Young swim stars named: Athletes set for global stage
Muchirahondo breaks Danyon Loader's 400m IM NZ record by over 4 seconds, smashing titles.
Whānau rally for city's first Māori ward councillor struck by rare illness
Locals will climb Mauao to fundraise for Tauranga councillor Mikaere Sydney.
Coromandel agritourism business wins supreme award
The walk also won the Love of the Land award in October.
Evicted from home: Whangārei campers face council's carpark crackdown
The council evicts campers: 'Two weeks before Christmas, we don't need this.'
Beat the Heat: Best swimming spots in each region
From Northland to Canterbury, here are the best spots to cool off in.
Hastings home’s near miss after blaze: Open fire ban for twin cities
A prohibited fire season notice is now in place.
Second Otago farm placed under restriction over bird flu fears
The chickens will be euthanised by CO2 containerised gas, an industry standard practice.