Editorial: Kāinga Ora decision to shun wool in state housing is baffling and must be reviewed
OPINION: Ignoring a Government directive, the move is another blow to NZ's wool sector.
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'Could’ve lost my child': Mum's reaction after toddler escaped over daycare fence
The centre offered an apology to the mother and has taken 'full responsibility'.
‘Super’ Christmas parade in Pāpāmoa
The float parade had everything from Spider-Man to live sheep.
Spark's 40% plunge: What went wrong for the telecom giant?
OPINION: Spark removed from global index, share buyback questioned as debt rises.
One person in critical condition following Waikato crash
Motorists are being asked to avoid Paeroa-Tahuna Rd.
'Lost something we weren't willing to give up': Rider killed in triple fatal crash a mum of three
Lesley Brooks, 46, was a member of the Road Pirates MC. Cause of crash remains in doubt.
Police probing whether car was on wrong side of road after three motorcyclists killed: Club pres
Police said it was too early to comment on the cause of the crash.
Armed police close major route through Whangārei
Armed police have closed major road through Whangārei as an incident unfolds
City considers installing fluoride-free water tap at the border
Supplying unfluoridated water to Tauranga locals will be discussed at a meeting on Monday.
'We don't feel safe': Police pursue 'stolen' car through Hamilton, residents on edge after crimes
A resident says police gave chase, and arrested four youths.
Northland and other regions at high risk for wildfires
High fire risk in Northland: 'Avoid lighting fires' as winds worsen dry conditions.
'High degree of culpability': Luxury Waiheke vineyard convicted and fined after long legal battle
The vineyard was earlier acquitted after blaming noise readings on 'chirping crickets'.
Children’s Minister disappointed but ‘relieved’ bootcamp absconders found after alleged carjacking
It follows the tragic passing of one bootcamp participant due to a car accident.
Thousands of people flock to Whangārei's 143rd annual A and P Show
Thousands flocked this year's A and P show in Whangārei.
Z Manu World Champs: Tauranga event showcases Kiwiana diving skills
Tauranga Z Manu World Champs celebrates splashy jumps with skill, style, and competition.
Builder made false insurance claim on $1.3m policy after build was damaged by heavy rain
He told the client he had taken out $2m in cover, but hadn't. Then it rained.
'Perfect storm': Spike in fire risk sparks prohibited season
'We’re trying to avert the possibility of catastrophic wildfires in Hawke’s Bay.'
The Hawke's Bay company building affordable school classrooms in eight weeks
The offsite classrooms cut costs by more than half.
Fergus Morunga: From stutter to success, a true Lindisfarne leader
'Comfortable being uncomfortable': as he graduates from Lindisfarne College.
Less than 18 months to live: How this 26-year-old lives with cancer
Paige Suisted wants to be remembered for something good with the time she has left.
Vege tips: Creative ways to enjoy courgettes
Opinion: With the right care, courgettes can provide a bountiful harvest.
'Prohibited': Kiwi sex toy company denied BNZ business account
'I would argue that gambling does more harm to society than selling vibrators.'
Pastures Past: A new buzzword in fencing
Kem Ormond takes a look at the world of farming back in the day.
Foodbank grateful for community's 'hard yakka'
'Your support makes a direct and positive impact on the lives of others,' says the boss.
Youths missing from bootcamp found as police respond to carjacking, machete-wielding teens in Hamilton
OT confirm two teens missing from bootcamp found. Police found armed youths in stolen car.
Three motorcyclists killed in crash were with social club: Another dies in separate bike collision
Four motorcyclists and a car were involved in crash near Taihape at 8.10am today.
Would be dead today: 11yo owes his life to off-duty lifeguards in dramatic rescue
Lifeguards were cooking on the barbie when they had to rush to save a mum and three sons.
Bird flu update: 160k chooks to be killed after authorities say only one farm affected
The high pathogenic bird flu detected on Otago farm last week. MPI says other farms clear.
Operation Reach: Senior Head Hunter charged over plot to smuggle 50kg cocaine from Brazil
The 60-year-old appeared in court yesterday, nine months after Operation Reach co-accused.
Ex-rugby player fired from teaching job over misconduct allegations to return to work
Commissioner's decision puts teacher’s ‘mana ahead of the law’, former board leader says.
How long can you last? New endurance running event comes to McLaren Falls
The event that keeps going as long as you do.
NZ’s biggest barbecue festival returns this February
Delicious meat, good music, and exciting attractions, we got you covered.
Triple tragedy: Three dead after four motorbikes and car crash near Taihape
Emergency services also rushing to second motorbike crash at Tihoi, Bay of Plenty.
'Crime pays all day': The life and times of a self-proclaimed 'real gangsta' and now convicted rapist
'I just want to get out of here and go back to prison,' he once yelled at the judge.