'Disheartened': Theft from charity highlights increased pressure and social service needs
"It’s not just the need; it’s the intensity of each individual’s situation."
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He tried to kill and threatened to decapitate his ex to stop her giving evidence - it didn't work
Kevin Marshall attacked the woman with a hunting knife in a failed bid to avoid prison.
PPTA calls for more time to make submissions on charter schools
The clash between David Seymour and education union continues.
Annual food prices drop for first time in six years - fruit and veges lead the way
Good news for the inflation fight as food prices continue to ease, Stats NZ figures show.
Why NZ's deer industry wants the US to cook venison at home
North America is the biggest market for NZ venison but most of it is eaten in restaurants.
Popular tourist attraction closes, 10 staff affected
Bay Karts, at Mount Maunganui, will be closing its doors on July 21.
SH2 fatal crash victim named
Emergency services were called to the two-vehicle crash on Monday afternoon.
Major works on SH1 through Levin
SH1 through Levin will be down to one lane for at least a week.
Ngāi Tahu Holdings selling harvesting rights of forest estate
Deal with global private asset management firm Fiera Comox subject to approval from OIO.
A2 Milk to vote in favour of Bright Dairy loan to Synlait
Synlait waiting for vote on $130m loan
Powerful movie tells important story from Māori perspective
Ka Whawhai Tonu preview for Battle of O-Rākau held at Te Awamutu's Regent Theatre.
Māori to the front of leading indigenous peoples rights
Wahine Māori named UN chair to further indigenous rights
Dumped and emaciated: Influx of puppies dumped on roadsides and bushes in Far North
The Kerikeri SPCA has seen an influx of abandoned puppies.
NZ First minister forced to apologise after acting ‘contrary to law’
Chief Ombudsman forces Casey Costello to release withheld tobacco info.
Kiwi aged 22 reveals how she beat the odds and bought her first home
She sent an emotional letter to the vendors.
Judith Lacy: Maysie reveals the editor's most embarrassing moments
OPINION: I’ve accepted a lifetime’s supply of Temptations to hide the photos.
Supercars announces dates for 2025 New Zealand rounds in Taupō
Supercars will be roaring back into Taupō from April 11-13 next year.
2024 Taranaki Bulls squad named
The squad includes seasoned players, new signings and young talent.
Luxury home is newest member of city's elite $4m club
Local buyer snaps up modern mansion but interest came from as far as Middle East.
Boost for farmers in Trust Tairāwhiti funding round
Iwi radio stations, First Light marathon organisers, theatre group among other recipients
The never-say-die traits powering Napier City Rovers
Grit, character and guts are shining through at Napier City Rovers in 2024.
New board for port and airport
'Our new board will play a crucial role in advancing our strategic goals.'
Cyclone aftermath spurs legal fight over Tairāwhiti land practices
Mana Taiao Tairāwhiti seeks rule changes alongside Gisborne council after cyclone damage.
Honey strategy all the buzz at field day
Important event for beekeepers in Gisborne next week on Apiculture NZ's honey strategy.
GDC calls for Citizens Civic awards nominations
The council is looking for 'awesome volunteers' to acknowledge.
Five gold medals at major international awards for Kiwi winery
Northland winery The Landing Wine wins big at international awards.
Controlling weeds without the chemicals
Weed control is a significant challenge for many in agriculture.
Room for more to join the fun
'31% of adults not getting enough daily physical activity to maintain health'
'All hell broke loose': Jury to decide if woman and teen had murderous intent
Taku Manu Paul was killed after being struck twice by a car.
Tauranga mayoral hopefuls want to rewrite major plan
The candidates fronted a public meeting in Pāpāmoa.
Rubbish, rates and housing behind huge number of submissions to council plan
Bins and funding priorities were the most hotly debated areas of the Taupō council's plan.
Top health officials expressed outrage, considered quitting over Government's smokefree repeal
A health official said Government changes would be 'difficult to explain... to the kids'.
Key BOP-Waikato highway to close for maintenance
Route between the two regions will close overnight on four consecutive days.
Peters urged to prove ‘extraordinary’ claim about Interislander ferry grounding
Peters and his party have refused to comment further to several news media.