One person in custody after firearm sighting near school
Frankton School was in lockdown due to the police presence.
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Woman charged with murder over death of 8yo in Bay of Plenty
The young boy died in Whakatāne Hospital following an alleged assault last month.
Kiwi deaths in leg-hold traps 'doesn't need to happen' DoC says
Leg-hold traps should be installed off the ground to avoid catching birds like kiwis.
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council installs cameras to monitor flood risk at river mouth
The next step is to make the camera views available to the public on HBRC’s website.
Community trust installs new safety camera
Horowhenua Trust installs new camera, welcomed by locals and police.
Machete, tools used in liquor store robbery
Police said they were called to Old Taupo Rd around 9.40pm.
From first to fourth on scoreboard for economic activity and growth
Construction sector was the primary cause for positional drop.
Hawke's Bay has first division Lotto win, $333,000 prize still unclaimed
Staff are prepped in case the winner comes back into the store.
Land planned for multimillion-dollar Kaipara development for sale
Dargaville Racecourse was set for a major development but the plan is no longer on track.
Pills for cows and 'light recipes': Tackling methane emissions
Scientists, industry leaders, and farmers met to discuss technologies and hurdles.
‘You couldn’t sit on that’: Toilet-goers furious as long drops vandalised
'We do not want to close these, but if they continue to be damaged we may be forced to.'
Queen of Hearts bans Christmas in Alice's new pantomime
Family-friendly 'Alice in Cuckooland' mixes adventure, wit and audience participation.
Boost for shearing numbers in the North at Whangārei Show
A new event with combined novice, junior and intermediate handicaps helps with entries.
Medical cannabis company secures $1.2m to boost growth amid tough market
Rua Bioscience CEO Paul Naske is adamant: 'We are here for the long term.'
Waikato amps up for massive festival and concert season
One of the gigs is Sublime with Rome who are on their final tour.
Māori All Blacks to host Six Nations side in Whangārei
Scotland will face the Māori All Blacks in Whangārei, their first meeting in 25 years.
Mokopuna launches clothing line celebrating Dame Whina Cooper's values
The collection honours land march pioneer's enduring values.
'Incredible': Staff secretly renovate colleague's home after terminal diagnosis
The Stoney Creek team renovated an employee's home, showing great care and compassion.
Tourism chief warns of decline as Hawke’s Bay council confirms funding to be axed
'Who does not benefit from a website that has over 600,000 visitor sessions per annum?'
Harbourmaster warns boaties must have wreck-removal insurance
Regional council wants divers from wrecked boat to pay for its clean up.
64,000 trees planted to 'recloak' Te Mata Peak
Te Mata Park Trust finishes its native planting, enhancing Hawke's Bay's iconic location.
'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'.
The innovative new game that uncovers hidden stories
Hayden Hape is excited by the innovative new game and what it could bring to the district.
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.
‘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'.