Latest fromUpper Hutt
58m wall, no 'fatal flaws': New details about dam for Heretaunga revealed
'Regional council wants to get the hell out as soon as possible.'
Pimp exploited 14yo girl, then made her a lieutenant in child prostitution ring
He convinced the teen to recruit her friends. Until now, his identity was hidden.
One of NZ's top Catholics to help elect new Pope, shares memories of Pope Francis
New Zealand's Cardinal will take part in the secret election of a new Pope.
'Feel like a human': Resene workers struggle to get by on wages
One man said he couldn't even afford a birthday gift for his child.
Why Napier City Rovers' next match is critical for National League hopes
Frustration after Napier City Rovers fail to put away Central League strugglers.
On the Up: Footballer on citizenship and career milestones
Stephen Hoyle's footballing career has gone full circle in New Zealand.
Racing: Nereus starts Queensland invasion early
Some Kiwi stars are off on an annual raid on Queensland's racing riches.
Absolutely outstanding in their field, and butchery
A specialised Hawke's Bay meat producer gets the big one despite the cyclone.
'A lot of people are going without': Strain on community food hub
Mangaroa Marae's food hub supports 400 families from Wairoa to Pōrangahau.
Racing powerhouse: Te Akau scores big with Dream Of The Moon win
Dream Of The Moon secured a decisive three-and-a-quarter length victory.
Mehzebeen takes Hawke’s Bay Cup
Lily Sutherland's bold ride led Mehzebeen to victory at the Hawke’s Bay Cup.
Racing: Kiwi star at disadvantage in glamour Oaks clash
Randwick card promises one of the hottest race days of the season.
'Palpable frustration': Major sewer works disrupt state highway
The $5.2 million project in Lower Hutt is expected to be completed in two weeks.
'Weight can stop a train': Trainer's bold strategy for Whangaehu
Bill Thurlow believes Whangaehu can handle the 59kg topweight at Trentham.
‘Sounded like a light aircraft’: Wellington shaken by midnight quake
GeoNet said the quake was 5km deep and described as moderate.
Offal dumped in river could be what’s left of A&P Society’s stolen sheep
'While we can’t say for certain ... its close proximity raises serious concerns.'
Ngāti Hāua sets sights on self-determination and change
The lead iwi negotiator says jobs, housing and health improvements are priorities.
La Dorada’s dominant win shakes up two-year-old title race
Jockey Michael McNab praised La Dorada, calling her a 'special filly'.
Racing: La Dorada faces crucial test in $550k race at Trentham
Trainer Sam Bergerson remains confident despite his mount's six-week break.
Hastings CBD railway plan: Business says it's time to bring cars back
The total cost of the project will be $3.45m, with $2.8m paid by the council.
Marist qualify for Coastal Challenge final after 36-run upset
Connor Rees scored 61, leading Marist to a total of 190-8 in Masterton.
Oaks triumph a fitting farewell for New Zealand’s star filly
Leica Lucy signed off the New Zealand stage of her career with a victory.
Craig Grylls poised for premiership as Leica Lucy readies for farewell
Leica Lucy joins trainer Chris Waller in Sydney after today's race.
Why a heavy track won’t derail Tardelli’s chances for $250k Wellington Guineas
A cloud, quite literally, hangs over the huge horse race tomorrow.
Fourth arrest made in murder, arson case of 82-year-old
The man will appear in Hutt Valley District Court with three others today.
‘We all had a ball’: Close to 5000 people taste the best meatballs in Hastings
Around 4500 to 5000 people attended the inaugural Hastings event.
Eels returned to stream after being dumped at compost facility
'Any live eels that have hitchhiked to BioRich are collected and returned to the stream.'