Tauranga Mayor still doesn’t live in city, 7 months after winning election
Mayor Mahé Drysdale says it's "very challenging” finding a suitable home in Tauranga.
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Fake kiwifruit crackdown: Zespri imposters in China get jail time, fines
The sentences were over counterfeit Zespri labels.
'Simply devastating': School rallies after death of hostel student
Rotorua Boys' High School principal says support in place for the school community.
Owed nearly $150k: Rotorua crime victims believe reparation payments an 'absolute joke'
Nearly $4.6m in fines and reparation is owed by Rotorua offenders.
Environmental group at odds with regulator over Roundup
ELI has concerns about popular weedkiller Roundup and its active ingredient glyphosate.
'Critical decisions need to be made quickly': Iwi concerned about maternity service change
Bay of Plenty iwi met with Health NZ to discuss 'urgent challenges' for Māori.
Woman charged with drink-driving over Napier car-surfing death
Napier dad Reif Cotter died on the night of December 27.
Hawke's Bay's councillors and mayors: Who's running, and who's stepping aside
Twenty-two of Hawke’s Bay’s 56 councillors have confirmed they will restand this year.
Brothers admit role in fatal attack that claimed young man’s life at service station
Shayden Perkinson died trying to protect his cousin at an ATM in 2023.
Whangaroa hapū get support from Greenpeace for chasing off mining
Whangaroa hapū's successful anti-mining opposition praised
News in brief from the Far North - No arrests at Waitangi, seal work on SH10 and earthworks feedback
News snippets from the Far North.
Grace Millane handbag appeal: Northland women stepping up to help out
The appeal was started in memory of Grace Millane, who was murdered in 2018.
Williamson ton guides Black Caps to tri-series final
Kane Williamson hit a brilliant century to take New Zealand into the tri-series final.
Kāeo residents mark decade under boil water notice, no end in sight
Kaeo residents have struggled for years to get answers about the water crisis.
‘I wanted to piss off the police’: Arsonist reveals why he torched train station
Daniel Vale has previously been jailed for torching the office of former PM Sir John Key.
'Significant investment': Sawmill reopening to create hundreds of jobs
Former key employees have been approached with job offers.
'We respect each other': Family comes first at High Peak Station
Canterbury sheep farmer Hamish Guild has had 20 years in the industry.
Man on trial accused of killing his friend after fight over messages to girlfriend
Moscrip says he was defending himself after Ruatara had confronted him angrily.
Napier to Wellington scooter challenge aims to raise $200k for charity
The event supports mental health initiatives in the Hawke’s Bay region.
Lessons to be learnt as Waimea Dam opens
The dam's final cost reached $211 million, double the initial estimate.
'Something special': 50 manta rays surround sightseeing boat in stunning display
Manta ray and orca sightings captivated locals.
NZ First introduces bill to fine ‘woke banks’ $500,000
Banks would be stopped withdrawing services from customers for purely 'woke' reasons.
Midway retains Ralph Morse Shield in surf lifesaving competition
Emily Petro won the U17 ski and board, with strong finishes in iron races.
Genesis Energy's plan to reduce coal dependency
Genesis has taken another step towards reducing its reliance on coal for Huntly.
Kaitāia homes could tap Sweetwater this week
Kaitāia residents to soon get water from controversial Sweetwaters project.
Speedway battle: Giants fifth in a tough weekend
'As a club, we are still very proud of how they went.'
Far North woman petitions for better healthcare after 160km ambulance ride
The petition urges the Government to expand or build a new Kaitāia Hospital.
Toa Henderson and Pagan Rimene win big at Otago Shears
Pagan Rimene successfully defended her title of New Zealand Woolhandler of the Year.
‘Awesome’: Tainui team’s triumph in Māori bowls
The tournament attracted 98 teams, up from 64 in 2015, across multiple regions.
Watch: 'Get off!' Security stops Seymour driving Land Rover up Parliament steps
Parliament security demanded Seymour get off the steps immediately.
Four-wheel-drivers raise thousands for rescue chopper
Event organisers used local businesses and groups.
The Country: Derek Daniell on sheep without wool
Derek Daniell, Sandra Faulkner, Karen Morrish, and Phil Duncan.