Heavy rain, thunderstorms and hail to lash NZ, thousands of lightning strikes recorded
'Many locations' in the North Island are in for a chance of thunderstorms this evening.
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Building fire near Tauranga Hospital
Fire and emergency services were called out to a Cameron Rd structure fire incident.
Man accused of murdering Hawke's Bay teenager Ariki Rigby loses suppression
Jimmy Heremaia is being held at his own request in the segregation unit of a prison.
Carbon released from Waikato wetland fire worth up to $9.6m
The fire, which burnt through 1039ha over five days, has now been fully contained.
Search for 83-year-old swimmer now in its second week
A rāhui is in place over part of Whāngarei Harbour because of a missing swimmer
'Pervasive deficits': Oranga Tamariki's practice under the microscope in baby's death
Oranga Tamariki staff incorrectly handled concerns reported to them, a coroner found.
Hastings highway blocked after portaloo falling off truck causes crash, reports of terrible stench
It is understood the road has been covered in faecal matter.
Muir family urges community support for vital archival relocation effort
Company director Michael Muir says 'they need a home' as archives face uncertain future.
Kiwis fall short in transtasman shearing and woolhandling tests
Blades shearers hold up the Kiwis' end in transtasman tests but it's not enough.
NZ Post mail deliveries could be cut to twice a week in some parts of country
A proposed rule change could mean fewer deliveries to large parts of the country.
Slice of Whangamatā history set to hit the road... again
A house built in Hamilton in 1929 and moved to Whangamatā in 1930 is set to move again.
'We’re just all really, really broken': Family despair at loss of teen’s memorial sign
A whānau are heartbroken at the loss of a roadside memorial sign.
Tongan Gisborne student's documentary photography wins She Shed scholarship
Lasike's photography showcases Tongan culture and family moments 'with integrity'.
World triathlon stars to go a second round in Napier
Napier will host the first leg of the 2025 World Cup triathlon series.
The fishing rods and the church organ: Finding treasure at Napier's community recycling day
Recycling raises funds for grants, benefiting projects like murals and community gardens.
Songs and stories as Preston's Boogie Circus comes to Evolution Theatre
Pianist to share stories from her 50-year career, including a number-one hit of the 80s.
$20K support for BoP kidney patients
Kidney disease can affect anyone, of any background, age or ethnicity.
Hort NZ chief executive Kate Scott on The Country
Phil Duncan, Kate Scott, Greg Menzies, Kyle Miller, Mark de Lautour, Adam Thompson.
Ezibuy parent company goes into administration
On Facebook, Ezibuy told followers online orders would continue to be shipped.
Preparations for 2025 Supercars season under way as tickets go on sale
Tickets for the second Supercars event in Taupō are now available.
Car drives through Tauranga store front
A car drove through the front window of a Brookfield barber and coffee shop
Letters to the editor: Take health and education out of politics
OPINION: Herald readers share their views.
Surf season starts smoothly, safety stressed
Lifeguards patrol beaches, promoting water safety as surf season begins.
Lost its way: Northland street with bad reputation revitalised with new fitness facility
Kings Rd in Paihia is shedding its image as a crime hotspot. Residents reveal how.
Kāinga Ora spent $300m on housing projects at risk of being cancelled: Can the money be saved?
Two projects have alone cost $73m. If they are cancelled will the taxpayer funds be lost?
No looking back for farmer who switched to regenerative agriculture
John Legg's been regenerative farming on his dairy farm near Lake Ellesmere for 5 years.
Gisborne-East Coast DoC facilities 'ready to rock' for summer
'We’ve got some beautiful spots on our doorstep waiting to be explored.'
Heavy heist: stolen front end loader used in Levin break-in
Loader found on Bruce Road; police seek info on Levin break-in and stolen equipment.
‘Nui te aroha’: Jaedyn Randell’s performance in Voice Australia finale
Kiwi gives two stunning performances on the grand finale.
Gavin Mutch holds it together for Great Raihania Shears win
Mutch nabs the big shearing win at the Hawke’s Bay A&P Show.
Taupō looking to tap into $400m business events market
Business event delegates spend more than $400 a day on average.
Whakaari/White Island owners appeal conviction
Whakaari Management Limited is challenging its conviction at Auckland High Court.
Family grateful for ‘love, help and generosity’ after ‘devastating’ house fire
'We are so grateful to be part of such a compassionate and supportive community.'
Man on stolen motorbike crashes into parked car trying to avoid police checkpoint
Police initially considered it a serious crash until the man got up and started 'yelling'.