Deadly toxic algae found in river
Scientists are concerned dogs, small children and babies could eat the deadly algae.
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Murder trial: Missing man's mother testifies
The next witness to take the stand will be missing man Brett Hall's brother, Michael.
School holiday weather 'a mixed bag'
North Islanders can expect a dry Sunday and wet Monday.For the South Island, the reverse.
Girl from viral Baby Shark video now lives in Masterton
The video she stars in has 1.7 billion views but she stays under the radar in Masterton.
Pahiatua Track crash: Person critically injured
Pahiatua Track was closed for more than two hours after truck hit car.
Carterton situation a 'case of hysteria' says compost owner
Ten children were hospitalised and dozens more felt ill on Friday.
Carterton children potentially exposed to harmful gas
Reports sound suspiciously similar to hydrogen sulphide, a scientist claims.
Police identify mystery plane after Carterton outbreak
Investigations into an mystery outbreak in the Wairarapa have so far proved fruitless.
Activists escape conviction over oil ship protest
Norman and climate activist Sara Howell were discharged without conviction.
Free tech help for Wairarapa seniors
The digital world is advancing and some seniors are being left behind.
House hunters plead for help in newspaper ad
They've been looking for a home since the beginning of the year.
Marama Fox company owes at least $70,000
Former Māori Party co-leader says she's devastated it has come to this.
King Country and North Otago strong, Horowhenua-Kapiti pick up Seruwalu
Two games decided by last minute kicks and five teams win on the road.
Influenza dead to be remembered
National memorial planned to remember victims of 1918 pandemic.
Heartland Championship rugby in review
Several matches decided inside final 10 minutes have big bearing opening day points table
Great Nepia missed out on all-white All Blacks
Bay-born fullback was arguably New Zealand rugby's first superstar.
Rugby: Wanganui needs the mud in Marton preseason game
Team must experience wet weather rugby before the Heartland Championship begins.
Wider squad players get their shot in Masterton
Wanganui to also focus on shoring up backline defence.
Wanganui Under 20 and Under 18 rugby squads named
Under 20's looking to retain Hurricanes Youth Rugby Council title in Palmerston North.
Elderly patient's cancer missed for eight months
The IT flaw meant the patient's cancer went unchecked for eight months.
Rugby: Wanganui Under 20's big win to start HYRC Series
Having regular team mates in the forward pack lays foundation for big win on home soil.
Man charged after reports of shots fired at deer from moving vehicle
Police are praising a member of the public for raising the alarm.
The humble town with New Zealand's hottest property market
Home values in the town of 6800 people jumped more than 25 per cent over past year.
Dampervan: Mum's horror as rental rolls into lake with kids inside
A waka ama crew helped rescue four kids and dad.
Wild weather: Rain and winds cause flooding, power cuts
Petone Working Men's Club was one spot hit with flooding inside the bar.
Rovers grind down Stop Out in Napier
Napier City Rovers had to toil but eventually broke down Stop Out's resolve in Napier.
Army re-opening inquiry into fatal Unimog crash
Widow 'extremely surprised and pleased' at new crash inquiry news.
Booze ban lifted for lack of crime and disorder
No charges laid under bylaw but police say it has value
Trampers died before search was launched - coroner
Trampers died of hypothermia less than 1km from Alpha Hut in November 2016.
Couple arrested as police seize guns, drugs and cash
Two people due to appear in court in Masterton today.
Lord of the Fries set to open 13 NZ stores
Vegan fast food operator Lord of the Fries has big plans for a meat-free New Zealand.
Abstract artist Milan Mrkusich dies
The painter Milan Mrkusich, who was a pioneer abstract artist in New Zealand, has died.