New Zealand'An honourable achievement': Teen racer to represent NZ in AustraliaKoby Gooch, 15, to race in NZ youth ministock team; family proud of his achievements.17 Dec 09:48 PM
New Zealand'We’re excited': Hawke’s Bay Music Hub announces 2024 record line-upVinyl pressing of 300 copies to promote Hawke’s Bay musicians, launch in February.17 Dec 09:44 PM
New ZealandSteve Braunias: Well-known painter Mark Braunias diesSteve Braunias reports on his brother's death17 Dec 09:28 PM
KahuThird-generation board member to lead major farming businessShar Amner is the new chairman of the Ātihau-Whanganui Incorporation board.17 Dec 09:15 PM
New ZealandPerson found dead in Napier CBD, police investigatingThe incident was reported at about 3.15am.17 Dec 09:06 PM
New ZealandDairy prices drop for ChristmasThis is the first negative result since a 0.3% dip at the October 16 event.17 Dec 08:01 PM
New ZealandFrom Foxton with love: Gazza’s pop-up cards bring joyGary Stewart said the cards are a great way to promote his favourite place.17 Dec 07:33 PM
New ZealandVicki says goodbye to local paperVicki Timpson said the paper has a long and proud history.17 Dec 07:23 PM
New ZealandHorowhenua District Council and iwi sign partnershipThe council and iwi celebrate a new partnership with ceremony and kapa haka.17 Dec 07:21 PM
New ZealandPatches, motorcycles and firearms seized after gang tangiFour arrested, police say further arrests were likely.17 Dec 07:01 PM
New ZealandSigning off after seven yearsSo long, thanks for the fish from the team at Horowhenua Chronicle for those 131 years. 17 Dec 06:39 PM
New Zealand'More rescues': Swells spark rip warning for holiday hotspotsIt comes as holidaymakers begin flocking to eastern beaches.17 Dec 06:03 PM
New Zealand'We loved our son': Father's poignant message after son dies in Rotorua crash'Me and my wife don’t really know what to say or do.'17 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandDeath of Mongrel Mob boss after $2m asset seizure ruled as suicideThe captain of Notorious chapter in Hawke's Bay had 'not been coping well', says wife.17 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Pain and fear': Raped teen tells attacker she wished he'd killed herThe Crown said Raveen Saily had 'warped attitudes around sexual consent'.17 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'These little things mean a lot': Rural projects transform community spacesNew footpaths, swings and CCTV have upgraded a number of Rotorua's rural areas.17 Dec 03:03 PM
New ZealandTrainer kicks horse in genitals - avoids conviction, name suppressedThe judge wants further information before convicting him on child assault charges.17 Dec 07:33 AM
New ZealandPregnant women forced to travel 87km for emergency C-sections due to maternity care shortageSome in the community were 'devastated' by the change, which will begin in mid-January.17 Dec 06:22 AM
PoliticsReviews of bootcamp participants’ death and abscondings not due until 2025One bootcamp participant died in a car crash, triggering another to abscond.17 Dec 04:24 AM
New Zealand'Pride in celebration': Strong turnout for Diwali eventHow a vibrant Diwali festival is bringing the community together17 Dec 04:13 AM
Crime'Not one bit of respect': Killer's antics torment victim’s familyLance Hall fatally stabbed father-of-two Jason McNae at an apartment complex.17 Dec 04:00 AM
New Zealand'It's very sad': Gisborne cafe hit by $8k theft before ChristmasOffenders caught on CCTV breaking into Peel St business.17 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandFootage shows break-in at Gisborne cafe's storage chillerThe owners of Zest Cafe estimate they lost $8000 worth of goods in the burglary shortly before Christmas. Video / Zest CafeWatch17 Dec 03:42 AM
KahuStand Tū Māia secures four-month funding extension to search for long-term solutionsStand Tū Māia is fighting for its future, securing operations until April.17 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandPolice shoot dogs that attacked personPolice were called to the Talbot St area on Monday morning.17 Dec 02:54 AM
New ZealandSilt Recovery Taskforce finishes restoring 7000 hectares of landMore than 2.5 million cubic metres of silt removed from Hawke’s Bay17 Dec 02:42 AM
New ZealandFarewell to the 'Chron': Former Horowhenua Chronicle reporter shares memoriesFrankie Webb reflects on her decade reporting for the Horowhenua Chronicle.17 Dec 02:22 AM
New Zealand'Arson inquiry': Fire damages room at Gisborne City LodgeA bedroom was substantially damaged, but residents evacuated safely.17 Dec 02:18 AM
Black CapsBlack Caps smash England, equal record for largest win as Southee bows outThe hosts wrapped up victory with more than a day to spare at Seddon Park.17 Dec 01:48 AM
OpinionChristmas message from Bernie WandenMerry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Horowhenua Mayor Bernie Wanden.17 Dec 01:47 AM
New Zealand'Police will hold to account': Four arrested after alleged aggravated robberyPolice have made four arrests after the aggravated robbery in Whangārei's Te Kamo.17 Dec 01:46 AM
New ZealandWildlife park celebrates 85 years in business with foodbank collectionIts donations will help people have a 'nice, festive, happy Christmas'.17 Dec 01:08 AM
New Zealand'A lovely supply': Community garden grows goodness for struggling familiesThe opening of the Omanu Community Garden is giving back with fresh food where possible.17 Dec 01:05 AM
New Zealand'Dad lived in his boots': Daughter's tribute to forestry worker killed doing the job he lovedTia Rissetto, a man with the 'biggest heart', leaves behind 12 grandchildren.17 Dec 12:56 AM
