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First Hastings community emergency hubs equipped and ready to go
The hubs are equipped to help rural communities in the event of any future disasters.
Pākōwhai Memorial Hall restored for $300k – only to find out it may have to move
The cyclone-battered community hall may now have to make way for flood protection.
Trap maker unleashes AI in the war against possums
The AI-powered traps can accurately distinguish between target and non-target species.
Priscilla Queen of the Desert showcases Joanne Neilson's decades of talent
One of the stars of Priscilla knows all about the challenge of being accepted.
Police lay charges over Te Urewera hunting death
A 50-year-old man will be appearing in court this week in relation to the death.
HortNZ scholarship programmes open for 2025
Programme focused on supporting next generation of innovators and leaders in the sector.
Investigation into fire at Whangārei laundromat and dry cleaning business completed
Smoke caused by the fire spread through Raumanga and Maunu.
Six-year-old named as fatal crash victim
The crash, involving a car and a truck, happened on State Highway 1 near Waiōuru.
Search for missing 83-year old Whangārei swimmer to resume
The man has not been seen since Saturday and was reported missing on Monday.
The Country: Why wool producers should work together
Craig Smith, Mark Patterson, Farmer Tom Martin, Ray Roberts.
80ha scrub fire at around 10.30am this morning burning swampland in North Waikato, near Meremere
Island Block Rd is currently closed to public access with safety cordons in place. Video / Laird Little
Groundwork begins for four-lane Hawke’s Bay Expressway, construction start date moved forward
Groundwork is under way and Govt says the construction start date has been moved forward.
'I wasn't': Andrew Bayly maintains he wasn't drunk when he insulted worker
Bayly apologised last week, claiming he thought his comments were 'light-hearted'.
'It all worked out in the end': The comeback of an understated White Ferns hero
Rosemary Mair turned in one of the performances of her career in the T20 World Cup final.
Forestry Minister Todd McClay says forestry rule changes by councils must be 'evidence based'
Forestry Minister Todd McClay wants council changes to be 'evidence-based'.
Which mischievous little penguin gets your vote?
World famous penguin competition back for seventh year.
Kerikeri's Edmonds Ruins planted with historic fruit trees ahead of open day
Orchard at Kerikeri's Edmonds Ruins propagated from near 200-year-old trees.
'Come Home Safe': Tragedies reinforce theme of Safer Boating Week
Safer Boating Week 2024 highlights safety on the water; lifejackets are essential.
Treaty & Me lectures open doors for honest discussions
Free public lecture series to engage with Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Tairua-Pāuanui Coastguard anticipating busy summer
Tairua-Pāuanui Coastguard looking to educate boaties.
Could this be the North Island's most beautiful cycling trail?
Thompson’s Track could be North Island’s most beautiful trail, cycle group says.
Te Hiku Education Trust honours Kaitāia business legends Eric Shackleton and David Harrison
Kaitāia business legends Eric Shackleton and David Harrison honoured
Burnt out lodge demolished, replaced with state houses
Fire caused extensive damage to Berkenhoff lodge in November 2022.
'I don’t understand': NPC coach fires broadside at NZ Rugby over its future
Financial struggles and funding cuts threaten grassroots rugby.
Te Arikinui Kuini Ngā wai hono i te pō expected at Tuahiwi Marae
The new Māori Queen will make her first official public appearance today.
Plans for 1000-plus homes on reclaimed Napier farmland cause concern
The proposal includes over 1000 new homes on reclaimed farmland near Hawke's Bay Airport.
The best of NZ tourism in 2024: No wonder everyone wants to visit us
Introducing all the finalists for the New Zealand Tourism Awards 2024
'100% preventable': Man dies after hospital fall, more than 24-hour wait in ED
Kerry Mason's father Brian Brosnahan died after a 'huge fall' on a hospital ward.
White Ferns get record payday for World Cup win
NZ women earned a record payday following their maiden Twenty20 World Cup title.
Ava's chance to shine: Meet the 10-year-old Dannevirke girl playing Annie
Ava Te Huki is starring as Annie, despite never singing or acting in front of others.
R&V tragedy: Uni student's 2020 death 'tragic illustration’ of drug use dangers
Fletcher Wong was anxious and paranoid but his self-inflicted death wasn't intentional.
Four government departments spend more on consultants in a financial year after order to cut back
The Government has directed agencies to reduce reliance on contractors and consultants.
News in brief from the Far North: North chess champs, missing child found and Boogie Circus coming
News snippets from the Far North.