Northland's first charter school to open under new regime revealed
New charter school Te Rito, Te Kura Taiao, opens in January, teaching in te reo Māori.
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Gisborne routes in proposed Air New Zealand cuts
A digest of Tairāwhiti's news in brief format.
Gisborne clubbies gearing up for Whangamatā Classic
World champion Irving is leading Gisborne's charge at the Classic.
Dairy beef offers potential for significant emissions savings
A new report points to tangible ways farmers could reduce beef herds’ carbon footprint.
Pest infestation at Onerahi could spread to offshore island
Northland's Regional Council cracks down on aggressive, soil-poisoning weed
'Absolutely unacceptable': Investigation after firearm threat against road worker
Police believe the firearm was an air rifle and are working to find the person involved.
Popular Blue Spring Te Waihou Walkway reopens in South Waikato
The iconic walkway welcomes 45,000 to 50,000 visitors per year.
Miles Hurrell on Fonterra's $10 forecast milk price
Miles Hurrell, Blair McLean, Jane Hunter, Chris Hipkins, Chris Russell.
Stressed vendor 'beats the bank' with $472,000 sale - but he still takes a hit
Unusual bush property with RV of $1.025m snapped up by "perfect" buyer.
What Christmas events are on in the Waikato?
Christmas is (almost) here, bringing good cheer, to young and old, meek and the bold.
'Absolutely amazing': Fill the Bus donation tally shows care in Rotorua community
The 10th year of Fill the Bus has wrapped and the numbers are in.
'Too old': Local board chairman claims 'ageism' forced him to quit the role
The Waihī Beach Community Board chairman stepped down at a tense meeting.
Cruise ships in Napier – how much water do they really take?
With level 3 water restrictions in place in Napier, what impact do cruises have on supply?
McClay: Blame me if no India trade deal this term – not Luxon
Luxon made the promise of an agreement last year.
'Sad day': NZME to close 14 community papers by Christmas - private buyers may be keen on some titles
'This is a sad day for NZME and it’s not news I want to be sharing.'
Nurses strike: Gisborne ICU nurse insults over stalled pay talks
Nurses strike as Health NZ offers 1% increase; 'It doesn’t cover the cost of living'
Epic trolley dash! What this Mum grabbed in 90 seconds
Mum races to fill trolley, celebrating son's inspiring cancer journey.
Report confirms fewer lambs in spring 2024
Decline in lamb crop is slightly greater than Beef + Lamb NZ's original forecast in June.
Hip hop duo 98 Cents in the money at Hawke's Bay competition
Battle in the Bay 'our favourite comp of the year'.
Gisborne hosts NZTrio's Triptych 3: Untamed Hope concert next weekend
Somi Kim returns to Gisborne with NZTrio's unique concert series.
Fonterra upgrades milk price forecast to a record $10/kg
Fonterra has upgraded its milk price to a mid-point of $10/kg.
'Playing with Lego': Criticism of Govt's plan for fewer trees on farms
'It’s trying to fix a problem that’s not there,' the Forest Owners' Association says.
Waikato road blocked after car hits power pole
Cambridge Rd expected to be blocked for several hours.
Christmas event, dance show and pantomime on in Tairāwhiti this weekend
Christmas event, music, dance show and pantomime.
The tiny town being bowled for progress
Auckland Council plans for 60,000 new residents in Drury, sparking mixed local reactions.
'Stressful time for team': Poultry farm at centre of bird flu outbreak says cull happening fast
It comes as tests are due back today to see how widely the virus has spread.
Rāhui put on BoP swimming hole after death
Emergency services were called to the scene about 6.15pm.
Former Chiefs player admits assault on waitress, breaking her wrist
The victim suffered a broken wrist in the incident.
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.”