How one policeman’s campaign changed a death-trap highway
Steven Knox joined the police to improve the roads after losing a close friend in a crash.
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Gisborne farmer new president as Rural Women NZ count down to centenary
A 'committed advocate for women and New Zealand’s primary sector over many years'
Revealed: 15-year-old bootcamp participant’s alleged crime spree
He's facing five charges for alleged crimes over three days.
Unapologetic Hamilton councillor won't face further consequences for rant
Andrew Bydder was found to have breached code of conduct but won't apologise.
Rotorua triple murder accused pleads not guilty but won't go to trial until 2027
He is charged with killing Michelle Schiller, Jessie Currin and Glendon Currin.
Lost puppy found after three days after serious car accident
Dedicated search finds puppy after crash.
Taranaki festival's standout: Garry Starr brings joy and absurdity
REVIEW: Garry Starr delivers absurdity and laughter, redefining clowning.
'World's best coach' Gatland 'won't leave Wales'
Rob Howley defends Gatland, calling him 'the best coach in the world' despite 11 straight defeats.
A2 Milk rallies sharply on dividend news
Concerns about China cast a shadow over share price.
One dead in Himatangi crash
Police were called to the two-vehicle crash near Puke Puke Rd just before 7.40pm.
Givealittle funds raised to support man's cancer battle shifts to buy his coffin
Tens of thousands raised for cancer battler Jason Hooker used to make him comfortable.
Wyn Drabble: US election’s bad news sparked search for better news
OPINION: 'I might even just make up a news story - just to lighten the mood.'
Neil Kirton: Hawke's Bay councils 'gamble' on urban development
OPINION: Napier's vote is 'akin to a high-stakes game of poker'.
'National movement': Youth drive 283,000-signature petition against Treaty bill
The Rotorua law student who authored it says the support was 'overwhelming but inspiring'.
'We absolutely love it': The couple taking drivers on the 'ultimate' US road trip
The couple spend five months a year in America running their business.
Didn't leave home for three years: Loneliness 'at epidemic levels' among pensioners in NZ
Loneliness among New Zealand's seniors is reaching epidemic levels, Age Concern says.
Holiday hotspot fish and chip shop ‘shocking’ locals with $4.50 scoops of chips
Unhappy customer says her serving averaged out to cost just over 13c per chip.
Shane Jones talks regional development, climate change and ignoring 'screeching voices'
'Climate change in my view, over the last regime, has been turned into a religion.'
Letters to the editor: Greenfield site better option for new pool complex
Opinion: Our readers have their say.
Opinion: How Treaty Principles Bill has the potential to honour Te Tiriti’s promises
OPINION: New Zealand can build a more inclusive and principled national identity.
Letters to the editor: Māori Battalion haka heard on battlefield
OPINION: Our readers have their say.
Dad describes evacuation as 'intense' wildfire threatened homes
Firefighters remain at the scene two days later dealing with flare-ups.
Man burst into home, pulled gun on woman and her son while demanding drugs
He fired a shot which flew past the son's head and through the TV.
Gang members warn of potential violence as new patch laws enforced
'I can't see this lasting unless they have a budget to lock fullas up in jail.'
Logging firm in receivership ordered to pay $330k for worker's death - but can't afford a fine
Jake William Duncan died on a Hawke's Bay forestry site in 2021.
Only road in and out of Pāuanui to close overnight for repairs
The defect is common with bridges of its type right across the country.
Hard data shows concrete roads more cost-effective than tar seal
Concrete roads are said to be 17% cheaper over their lifespan, better for the environment.
Summer Soundcheck mini-festival at Smash Palace with local DJs
Gisborne's Summer Soundcheck at Smash Palace honours late owner
Unity Theatre casting call: Badjelly The Witch auditions coming up
Roles for kids and magical creatures are on offer in Unity Theatre's upcoming play.
Gisborne artists donate to Faces of the Coast for mental health awareness
Faces of the Coast art exhibition opens tonight to support Mahia Wave Warriors.
Couple want dog responsible for death of pet found before it kills again
The loss of their pet has had a profound effect on the couple.
National's Stanford allegedly calls Labour's Tinetti a 'stupid bitch'
Stanford apologises: Labour says she has a habit of making similar comments.
Gisborne's speed limit changes under threat as Govt shifts gears
Gisborne implemented reduced speed limits in July, supported by public consultation.