Cocoa crisis forces Hawke’s Bay chocolatier to raise prices
Cocoa prices hit 50-year high; Silky Oak Chocolates plans gradual price hikes.
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Middle East conflict could impact NZ exporters
Many of NZ's friends are hostile or indifferent to Iran and its proxies, analyst says.
Rowena Duncum a new board trustee for Dairy Women's Network
Dairy Women’s Network will welcome Kevin Argyle and Rowena Duncum later this month.
The Bark of the Barkless at Vadas Angels
Vada’s Angel often works with pounds in Western Bay, Rotorua and Tauranga , rescuing dogs whose time is about to run out. Video / Tom Eley
Council flags roaming dogs as ongoing issue
Roaming dogs can "frighten, intimidate or annoy others".
A dream come true: Local teens train with football legend
Kamo club youngsters train with Football Ferns striker Hannah Wilkinson.
Three people injured after truck and car crash on SH3
One man was seriously injured and was transported to hospital by helicopter.
Forestry not to blame for Smithfield meatworks closure, industry says
NZ Forest Owners Association says production forestry area has decreased in last 20 years.
'Horrified and deeply ashamed': 67-year-old found with 8500 child abuse images
However, the family man has been given suppression due to concerns he might self-harm.
Hauraki towns outline their 'better off' funding wish lists
Plans are designed to reflect aspirations of iwi partners and communities.
'Just doing their job': Police officer allegedly attacked in Northland
A police officer is in hospital after being allegedly attacked in South Hokianga.
Heather du Plessis-Allan talks to Prime Minister Chris Luxon
Prime Minister Chris Luxon in studio with Newstalk ZB’s Heather du Plessis-Allan, Tuesday October 1st. Video / Newstalk ZB
Active at 74: Andrew's daily bike ride to work - rain or shine
Andrew Robertson still works as a caretaker at a Gisborne school.
The $7m cost of an ancient pā site diverting a Cyclone-related road fix
Prior to starting a $7m slip repair, another solution was found but it intruded on a pā.
Dog owner ‘gutted’ by lack of action after Border Collie ‘ripped open’
He says his 13-year-old Border Collie, Molly, was 'ripped open' in an attack by two dogs.
'I wouldn’t have made it': 27yo says 111 bags of plasma saved her life
It's been a week since she was diagnosed with an 'extremely rare' blood disorder.
Eight new Kerikeri social houses open to help meet demand
New Kerikeri Kāinga Ora homes to ease housing crisis
Wairoa Trust hands back last of damaged homes
Tātau Tātau o Te Wairoa hands back last of 24 homes repaired after Gabrielle.
Two years, little action: Slow progress on child safety reforms years after Malachi Subecz's murder
Two months since a scathing report, there is no update on how to better care for NZ kids.
Some Kiwis still "sleepwalking through life" oblivious to pest problem, says conservationist
A Northland man is urging gardeners to use dead possums for fertiliser.
Downpours to hit tomorrow as heavy rain expected throughout October
A weather system is set to douse New Zealand tomorrow, with more expected in October.
'Link to the world' Iwi leaders want airport's future finalised and land returned
An MP says a solution can be found ‘that makes everybody happy'.
UN sends please-explain to NZ Govt over alleged Māori human rights breaches
The letter asks about alleged breach of human rights of Māori.
Scramble for houses in elite school zones after spike in rejection letters
"People suddenly thought, ‘Shoot my son didn’t get in’.”
Will a clean slate change Synlait's fortunes?
Despite major repairs to its balance sheet, Synlait Milk still faces challenges.
Independent analysis coming on Fonterra's consumer business sale pitch to farmer-owners
Shareholders want to understand the impact on the overall business.
No CEO, no worries? Hawke's Bay Airport yearly results revealed
The North Island's third-busiest airport had plenty of change in its 60th year.
What owners plan to do with prime Lakefront site
Work started on the empty section last week.
Gisborne surfer wins top title at national champs
Jaxon Pardoe reached the Y7 and 8 boys’ final with a dominant display in his semifinal.
Man accused of murder in court after Ripiro Beach body in burning car
Anaru Morunga, 34, faces a total of nine charges, including murdering Jasmaine Reihana.
Fundraiser blends art auction and expert insights at Brains on the Beach
Discover art and science at Eastwoodhill fundraiser with Dr Lucinda Thatcher interview
Neighbouring motels hit market with catch for developers
Two motels are up for sale near Havelock North centre - with an asterisk for developers.
Kaupoi made a real fight out of it
Ngāti Porou East Coast gave South Canterbury the fright of their lives.