Road reopens after large bitumen leak and truck fire
Thousands of litres of bitumen has leaked from a truck near Rotorua.
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Why Tauranga's new mayor, councillors support industrial rates rises
Tauranga's industrial businesses are paying at least double in rates than residents.
Journey back in time: 1939 railcar returns for 2025 Hawke's Bay Art Deco festival
An authentic Art Deco period railcar will travel from Pahīatua to delight passengers.
Dog found with tyre marks on body after hit and run: Owner facing more surgery
Apollo was found scared and hiding behind a shed.
Ceramic dreams: Nathan Foon launches classic pottery in Gisborne
From trials to triumph: Artist's ceramics take off
Hockey: Gutted Black Stick raring to go as Premier League hits Napier
Two matches will be played on Saturday in the new national Premier Hockey League.
The art of drag: MTG putting its own spin on Priscilla
Joanne Neilson inspires as first trans woman in NZ Priscilla cast
Renowned media personality set to MC prestigious business awards
Newstalk ZB broadcaster and author Kerre Woodham will MC the ceremony.
Sand mining firm ordered to pay $500k to Pākiri beach opponents
McCallum Bros was ordered to pay $500k to groups opposing mining plans in the area.
Treaty bill sparks fury: Māori leaders call it dishonourable
The legislation is being introduced today – and will be read for the first time next week.
'When he’s on, he’s world-class': Razor goes back to McKenzie
All Blacks coach Scott Robertson reveals the squad to face Ireland.
'Inspiring example': Iwi to offer cheaper rents in brand new homes
Who can apply to live in Ngāti Whakaue's affordable rental subdivision in Rotorua?
Dr Monty Soutar's Kāwai series captivates New Zealand readers with history
Soutar's Kāwai series blends fiction and Aotearoa's history
'They built it together': Son selling iconic winery eight years after dad's death
'Since my father died, my mother, she comes over here more to cry than anything else.'
Climate Change: Could food rationing become a reality?
OPINION: Would the public accept climate-motivated rationing?
Big turnout to Far North historic site Edmonds Ruins on open day
400 at Edmonds Ruins open day show interest in historic sites still there
Far North pensioner's 'anxious' after council suspends upgrade work, considers selling up
Far North council puts pensioner flat upgrades on hold, considers selling them.
Fonterra shareholder watchdog and board argue over dairy giant’s transparency
Different interpretations of shareholder survey results.
Far North lines team from Top Energy best in the country
Top award for Top Energy lines team
Opinion: Why hasn't the Government acted on carbon farming?
OPINION: Finn Ross & James Robbie say irreversible damage happening to rural communities.
News briefs from the Far North - Manu champs, fish auction and SPCA cupcakes
News snippets from the Far North.
Manawa Gardens opens in Rotorua
Ngāti Whakaue has created its own subdivision for its people in a sought-after location on iwi land following a multimillion-dollar partnership with the Government.
Fallen pylons, seaweed, crime and roads: Northland MP Grant McCallum's busy first year
A year ago, Grant McCallum was elected Northland's new MP. What's he most proud of so far?
'Impossible to pass': Tears as top students struggle with NCEA exams
Even excellence students who had studied hard felt deflated after the exams.
Will your area hit 30C? Soaring temps tipped as early taste of summer sweeps NZ
Some areas are expected to reach near 30C in the coming days.
Prestigious Hamilton private school roll to include junior girls
It will admit junior girls from 2026 for the first time in its 65-year history.
'Should I kill him now?': Drunk man burns down ex's home, threatens new partner
The judge wasn't impressed with a request for a 70% discount saying it was 'unrealistic'.
'Get rid of it': Gisborne councillors discuss Grey St trial safety concerns with staff
Protesters demand change as councillors debate Grey St intersection safety issues.
College unveils stunning $2.2 million gymnasium
Students wowed with the old gym's transformation.
Open day at Whatatutu fire station
An open day will take place at the fire station on November 9.
'There is no one dominant bank' – Rabobank tells politicians
Board chairman discredits ComCom's suggestion Kiwibank could be a 'maverick' bank.
The problem with New Zealand's new red kiwifruit export offering
Retaining a premium price in the future could be a problem, Zespri warns.
This cider was an 'act of desperation' - now it's NZ's best
Paul Paynter’s plum orchards fell into a 'watery grave and died' so he had to pivot.
Service station robbed by machete-wielding youths, police allege
The offenders left in a stolen vehicle which they dumped nearby.