Return to growth: MPI sees big lift in exports in 2025
MPI expects to see a rebound in New Zealand's primary sector exports in 2025.
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Record Christmas Cookie Time seller faces a challenge for the title - from his brother
Brother versus brother: That's the way the cookie crumbles
Rotorua Lakes Council gets festive
Rotorua Māori ward councillor Rawiri Waru at the final meeting for the year. Video / Laura Smith
Has this beloved golf course been saved? Depends who you ask
A heated council debate includes claims of 'coercion' and 'disrespectful' behaviour.
Air NZ drops several Northland flights, raising connectivity concerns
Air NZ cuts flights to Kerikeri and Whangārei, raising concerns over Northland's economy.
Coast bridge lifted again
The Rotokautuku Bridge on SH35 near Ruatōria was lifted again yesterday.
Thunderstorms, downpours threaten North Island, Auckland under heavy rain watch
There is a risk of localised heavy downpours in Auckland.
‘Family man above all else’: Wife’s tribute to farmer who died after electric shock
Chris Allen is known for his contributions to environmental work in the farming space.
NZ house prices could rise 5% in 2025 as analysts signal market turning point
Also find out where house prices and rents rose fastest and slowest in NZ's year in review
'An engaged parent': Why drug-dealing artist's prison sentence was overturned for home detention
Dali Susanto's ex wanted him to have a “full and active role” in his children’s lives.
BNZ CEO admits denying sex toy brand an account was wrong call
'We didn’t get it right and we need to fix it.'
Rotary boosts Christmas Appeal with 200 donated items
The can drive tally for this week's Rotorua Christmas Appeal is in.
Surfer dies in Raglan despite CPR efforts by lifeguards
Emergency services were called to the scene around 2.25pm.
Beloved grandmother one of four victims killed in crash near Rotorua
'Tears from my eyes keep on falling.'
Deluges forecast for North Island, Auckland faces thunderstorms and muggy temperatures
Akl forecast to hit 24C tomorrow, 26C on Fri. Hastings could reach 30C in weekend.
'Why is he doing this?' Former Ngāpuhi leader accused of assaulting teen on fishing trip
Raniera Tau, also also known as Sonny Tau, was 63 at the time. The girl was 16.
Three men to appear in Palmerston North court on drugs and firearms-related charges
Police executed search warrants at two properties in Highbury this morning.
$31.1m mental health facility opens at Gisborne Hospital
New Gisborne unit prioritises early intervention with two short-stay beds for better care.
Police admit 77 min delay in attending Northland child double homicide was a mistake
A woman called police, 'hearing voices'. When they turned up, they'd been dead for hours.
353 undersized pāua to be returned to the sea, divers to face charges
Police stopped the car due to complaints about driving by members of public.
New $15m wharf underutilised but still off-limits to the public
It is not getting heavy commercial use but the council voted to keep the gates locked.
Flaxmere sign ‘monstrosity’ removed after resident’s protest
How one Flaxmere resident's campaign led to removal of a controversial 'H' sign.
'A great start': Sweetcorn crop harvested early
The region’s sweetcorn is ready for picking and will be in stores this week.
Shine like a diamond: Special Rotorua school celebrates jubilee
The event was attended by more than 150 guests.
‘Just lost it’: Court docs outline why a convicted baby killer decided to murder again
Donovan Duff's name and criminal history had been kept secret until today.
Hikurangi locals await end of highway detour disrupting town
Trucks smash $300 worth of antiques by driving through Hikurangi detour.
Ram sales season set for final flourish at Matawhero Saleyards
Te Ruanui Poll Dorsets to put up 120 of their rams for sale in last big sale for 2024
'This is one of the hardest years': 3900 gift sacks for those in need in Hawke's Bay
Gifts focus on STEM learning, fun and practical items for children in need this Christmas.
Bomb's away: Manu competition set to make a splash in Hawke's Bay
Epic bomb competition returns to Hawke’s Bay this weekend at Havelock North Village Pool.
The Country: Farming and banking with the PM
Christopher Luxon, Richard McIntyre, Craig "Wiggy" Wiggins, Tony Cochrane.
Basketball tournament big fundraising and community success
'A wonderful day': Basketball event honouring Midge Te Kani brings community together.
Watch: Roaring car seen 'driving like something else' after Massey driveway death
The alleged driver was arrested in Thames, 128km from the crime scene.
'I’ve never seen one that big': Judge shocked at cow's untreated cancer
Judge criticises owner for not seeking vet help; 'The cow suffered significant pain.'