Hawke's Bay needed something uplifting and it came in New Zealand's biggest stadium.

Police say the incident was scary for both victims and the man's family.

The car was initially seen driving at more than double the 50km/h limit.

Nine people – aged 15 to 22 – surrendered following a voice appeal from police.

The Blossom Parade has been enjoying a renaissance in recent years.

'Toi onepū [sand art] is the perfect medium to symbolise te reo Māori.'

He says the new fine, set to go live October 1, is a step in the right direction.

Sir Peter Beck: 'With each mission, we bring the world closer, enabling vital data.'

Someone needs to light the spark, or the Magpies' season might well burn out.

Ground cleared, natives removed and replaced with "trees much less beautiful" in 1926.

Peter Green will tour NZ in October, promoting sustainable seaweed aquaculture.

"He never knew how talented he was and how much he inspired all of us."

The last thing Va'amailalo Sasi Neru remembers before he dozed off was his mates laughing.

Councillors voted to support project continuing in public-excluded part of meeting.

An 'evil' criminal element and the 'sensationalism factor' contribute to violence: Police.

Let’s gear up for the warmer months.

'We’ll see what happens next year, it’s just been a rollercoaster.'

The new hardware store will be 500m down the road from a competitor.

Former head boy and staff member returns for the top job.

'It’s like having a mate; you can’t spend 10 years with someone you don’t get on with.'

'It’s great to see this programme of work progressing.'

Federated Farmers marks 125 of existence this week. 'No mean feat' - Wayne Langford.

'We work so closely in times of tragedy and in times of triumph as well.'

'We had the vision of taking our tīpuna stories to the world - they’re that worthy.'

Eloise Matete said having her own children made her realise she wanted to be a midwife.