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Herds of special interest push making 'excellent progress'

Approach aims to balance hunting and conservation outcomes on public conservation land.

‘I laid out crystal-clear expectations’: PM got assurance from Bayly he would behave

Bayly gone after putting hand on staffer's arm. Four months ago, he called man a loser.

Council cans waterfront walkway, projects 12.5% rates rise

Mayor Mahe Drysdale says the council's budget is a 'ceiling ... not a target'.

Northport scheme: Marsden agrees to new deal with consortium for acquisition of shares

A new 'energy precinct' is proposed and a port shake-up is under way.

Rotorua considers new bottle store freeze to tackle alcohol harm

It comes as the city sets a new national record for liquor licence opposition.

Historic pōwhiri kicks off biggest Te Matatini festival

The festival's opening ceremony included a new taonga gifting by the Rangi whānau.

Last stretch of metal road on NZ’s state highways finally sealed

Contractors finished 12km of tarseal through Tāngarākau Gorge on SH43.

$330k to upgrade Mitimiti drinking water supply in Far North

Far North's Mitimiti gets funding to upgrade ageing drinking water system.

Far North to host first Northland Fired Up Barbecue Festival

The latest Far North food fest is a celebration of all things meat.

Where to get the cheapest petrol in NZ

Fuel prices appeared to be declining.

Woman’s 73km police chase ends with her hiding on a roof

The judge sent Elaine Rudolph to jail for her 15th disqualified driving charge.

Baches for as little as $199,000 at NZ’s best-kept secret - but there’s a catch

Holiday homes on leasehold land at Lake Rotomā are in demand, say agents.

48 firefighters, 1 helicopter battling digger and vegetation fire

The fire was reported after 3pm.

Tired teen was doing up to 176km/h in crash that killed mate

Thomas Henry May had been drinking at a pub and was heading to Hamilton when he crashed.

Farmer puts his hand up for Hastings mayor, says HB Tourism is not a priority

Staff have found savings, but councillors have voted to spend, Buddo says.

‘It is his decision’ - PM on Bayly’s resignation after staff touching incident

Luxon first learned about the incident involving Bayly late last week.

Why US dairy exporters should fear NZ in China demand slump

The US Dairy Export Council is flagging more Downunder competition in important markets.

‘Carnival atmosphere’: Napier’s bumper crowds smash expectations for Hurricanes, World Tri Cup

'We initially had a target of about 8000, and we well and truly went past that.'