Meet New Zealand's greatest (ever?) amateur men's rugby team
South Canterbury's record run, the Light Bears' big dance and Canterbury's league revival.
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Womad Aotearoa 2025: First artists announced
The first artists to perform at next year's Womad include Queen Omega and Nitin Sawhney.
The code at the counter: How a Hastings vape store sold cigarettes for $5
An undercover agent used the code, leading to a prosecution and thousands in fines.
Teskey Brothers to make Hawke's Bay debut with one-off Black Barn show
The Hawke's Bay summer is set to get a little more soulful.
SH35 bridge work delayed two weeks; SH2 work at Kotemaori from next week
SH35 bridge work is delayed two weeks; SH2 work at Kotemaori starts next week.
'There are two kids lying in the road': Woman's 111 call moments after fatal crash
Crown says two teen drivers were racing when one crashed, killing a passenger.
'Cracker fish': The region expecting a 'bumper' trout season opener
How last year's high lake levels helped give trout a boost.
'Lost everything': Appeal for Gisborne family who lost everything in fire
'It’s our turn to give back to someone who has given so much.'
Gisborne’s Citizens’ Assembly aims for fair land use solutions
A civic lottery will select 35-40 locals to explore fair land use amid climate challenges.
Pothole van coming to Gisborne
The vans' purpose is to 'provide consistent, high-quality surface condition data'.
Whangārei painter scoops supreme win with picture-perfect interior colour work
An eye for detail sees the Premium Painting Solutions team named New Zealand's best.
'Top sailor': Ex Gisborne man takes on key role in Royal New Zealand Navy
Ngāti Porou Navy man aims to advocate for sailors and uphold Navy traditions and values
How Covid-19 derailed NZ football golden boot contender’s pro trial in Denmark
Footballer Oscar Faulds travelled around the world to trial for a pro deal. Now he's back.
Two hospitalised after serious crash on SH2 in Hastings
A helicopter was requested to respond to the scene.
'Two by Twos': Elderly NZ man admits abusing children after FBI probe into cult
William Easton was one of 140 perpetrators identified in the international investigation.
Young talent on show at Tauranga Golf Club
About 50 juniors got to tee it up with the golf professionals at The Junior Pro-Am.
Former St Peter's student recalls ‘strange’ piggyback rides with naked teacher at hot pools
But Geoffrey Coker's lawyer claims the allegations are 'conflated rumours' and fake.
Alleged vigilantes in court accused of assaults, posting harmful videos
One is also accused of claiming a person was on the child sex offenders register.
Motorists warned after man attempts to enter vehicle waiting at lights
A man attempted to enter a car on the Te Wharepu Road Off-Ramp, Rangiriri, on Monday.
'I've had to be patient': Cane reflects with All Blacks century in sight
The former captain can reach the sacred milestone on Saturday.
About 30 jobs on the line at port and KiwiRail in Napier
Both Napier Port and KiwiRail are negotiating over job futures in Napier.
‘Can I invoice a deer?’: Christchurch locals question who foots the bill for rampage
Wild deer on the loose in suburban Christchurch damaged vehicles and houses.
NZ King Salmon half-year profit down
Chairman remains optimistic despite NZ King Salmon's profit drop and fish losses.
App allows people to buy food cheap before it's thrown away
Cafes can retain some value in products that would otherwise get thrown away.
Clam warning: 'If it gets here, it's too late'
Whanganui River iwi are working with other organisations against an invasive clam.
Opinion: The Government’s new vape laws won’t stop youth addiction
Opinion: In Hawke’s Bay, 10% of Year 9-13 students vape daily, and nearly 20% weekly.
'Powerful messages': Free art exhibition for Mental Health Awareness Week
Nine Bay of Plenty artists will showcase their work.
Opinion: Why education needs investment in NZ
OPINION: NZ must sort out domestic education to ensure a supply for the workforce.
Tukituki Land Care: evidence-based catchment planning project under way
The project will adopt a multi-faceted research approach.
The Country: Feds' Toby Williams on mental health
Toby Williams, Dom Jones, Cameron Bagrie, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Graeme Smith.
Ruapehu mayor: Chateau Tongariro issues not insurmountable
Ruapehu's mayor says there are 'credible developers' interested in restoring it.
'Our hearts are broken': Family of 10 loses everything in house fire
A Givealittle page has been set up to support them.
Port Hills blaze started on private property, Fenz report reveals
Blaze scorched 700ha, forced evacuations, and prompted a major firefighting effort.
Chefs showcase rescued food at KiwiHarvest celebration lunch
After saving 13 million kg of food, celebrity chefs cooked at the 13 Million Thanks event.