Watch: Seal vs eel caught on a reel
The moment 'really brightened everyone’s day' - apart from the eel's.
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Notices coming for earthquake-prone buildings
The notices will be issued to all affected buildings by the end of the year.
Community voices heard on Rangitīkei’s long-term plan
The Marton pool, kerbside collection and Marton's main street were the key topics.
Seal hunts eel in creek near Taradale
A passerby captured the moment a roaming kekeno caught an eel in Taipo Stream near the Napier suburb of Taradale, about 5km from the ocean. Video / Supplied
The Country: Stress and resilience with Dan Pronk
Dan Pronk, Greer Paterson, Jack Fagan, Kevin Barrett.
Tauranga mayoral race: How Greg Brownless would fix Tauranga
A Q&A with one of Tauranga's 15 mayoral contenders.
Newbie bowls player wins centre's top individual award
“I was very overwhelmed and quite emotional."
'The roof was blown off': Rosetown Posedown a showcase for town
Local team’s results were a testament to all their hard work and determination.
Teen actors in BoP launch TikTok series
A new TikTok series has launched, created by a group of teens from Bay of Plenty.
Whanganui gears up for launch of recycling service
Kerbside recycling is set to start in Whanganui from next week.
Synlait needs 'influential' a2's support for Bright Dairy lifeline
The struggling dairy manufacturer has revealed fresh detail about its $130 million loan.
Emergency coordination system work halted by public sector cuts
The system is similar to what Cyclone Gabrielle reviews say the country urgently needs.
Super Rugby form rewarded: Ten new Māori All Blacks named for Japan
Joe Moody has also been named for the first time since 2015.
'Terrified': Mobster on meth carjacks couple, speeds off sitting on driver
Woman pinned to seat by tattooed gangster struggled to breathe, says judge.
The PM wants to double the number of RSE workers - would it help Hawke's Bay?
An industry body is seeking a review of parts of the RSE scheme before any cap increase.
We're back: LPSC Traktion of old send warning
Paikea pipped Girls' High in the Gisborne club hockey game of the weekend.
'I couldn’t jog 400m': How this middle-aged recruit lost 40kg to join the police
'It can be done. Age can make it harder but not impossible.'
Brass out of pocket: Band seeks funding for new instruments
The instruments are coming to the end of their usable life and will cost $169k to replace.
Mahé Drysdale on high-density housing and cutting red tape
A Q&A with one of Tauranga's 15 mayoral contenders.
'Time to pass the baton': DairyNZ chair Jim van der Poel steps down
Farmer-elected director Tracy Brown has been selected as chairwoman-elect.
'Worst nightmare': Kiwi paralysed after Aussie surfing accident
'Life as we knew it has been changed in an instant,' says fiancee.
Mahia bound: Search continues for missing fishing boat off Gisborne
Helicopters carrying out shoreline search, sea too rough to tackle.
Artist's works reflect Māori cultural heritage
“This particular exhibition highlights the different natural elements..."
Schoolkids leave early, road closed as East Coast prepares for two-day deluge
Heavy rain is expected across the entire region for the next day and a half.
Councillor won't apologise for 'expletive-laden' rant
Hamilton mayor Paula Southgate has made a formal complaint about the conduct.
'No one-size-fits-all solution' to fall armyworm infestation
MPI and partners have been battling the pest for a year.
Crispy is key - 'nobody likes a soggy sprout'
You can't go past a crispy Brussels sprout says cook and food columnist Olivia Moore.
Crash causing delays on SH2 near Te Puna
The crash happened between Munro Rd and Gill Lane.
Vietnam, Malaya and Korea veterans tell of health 'injustices'
A five-year study will be presented to support military claim.
Magic soar into third with victory over Mystics
The Magic finally took vengeance on arch-rivals the Mystics.
Line up. Line up. Join the brigade.
All volunteer fire brigades need more members - it's no different in the Wairoa district.