Watch: Car smashes through cafe's glass wall, sending customers scrambling
The driver mistook the accelerator for the brake pedal while parking.
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Four fire call-outs in Hawke's Bay this Guy Fawkes, Te Mata Peak summit quiet
Te Mata Peak had no issues, with its summit closing early each night this week.
Car crashes into The Coffee Club in Taradale, Napier
A car drove through the front of The Coffee Club in Taradale, Napier, causing damage to the front of the store. Video / Supplied
Bay of Islands P&I Show is the oldest in NZ and back on Saturday
Bay of Islands Pastoral & Industrial Show on this Saturday.
National hīkoi opposed to Government bill to start in Far North
Anti-Treaty Principles Bill hīkoi starts at Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua on Monday.
'Over the moon': The Black Caps' best player in India is finally treading his own path
Being in and out has its challenges, Will Young says. Is this series his turning point?
Rāhui over upper Whangārei Harbour lifted
The rāhui was placed over the upper Whangārei Harbour on October 24.
'I’ll take the rap': Witness in murder trial to claim men confessed to shooting
The Crown's key witness was ruled immune from prosecution in exchange for his evidence.
Jason Momoa made honorary citizen of Rotorua
Mayor Tania Tapsell described the moment as 'really special'.
Seven hours, 18 minutes: The joy of finishing IronMāori, from a nanny with 11 mokopuna
'I am collecting these medals as a legacy for my whānau for generations to come.'
Revealed: FreshChoice to open at site of closed Woolworths
An advocates for locals concerned about having no supermarket welcome the news.
No longer 'a ripper of a season' for kiwifruit
Kiwifruit growers' enthusiasm for a terrific fruit-producing season has been tempered.
Opinion: This dam debate in Hawke's Bay - it is time to lift ourselves from the battles of yesteryear
Opinion: We are blessed in Hawke’s Bay, but face one cold-hard reality.
'I was a wreck': Man rescued by helicopter after ridge collapse
Plus: Why the service needs over $460k in 2025 to continue vital work.
Northlander the only validated gang member holding a firearms licence
Only one gang member on NZ's National Gang List has an expired firearms licence.
Prices up 4.8% in latest GDT
Only one product moved negatively at the latest Global Dairy Trade auction.
Man attempted second home invasion after police no-show
Three hours after terrifying invasion attempt, man tries to enter another home in street.
Family says coroner needs to correct mistake in findings
Whanganui's Carmen Walker died following complications during a hospital procedure.
Coromandel walk a winner at Rural Women NZ Business Awards
Catherine Ward has created a public three-day walk through her family farm.
From seeds to giants: The transformation of Hawke's Bay's Little Redwoods
Little Redwood Grove at Te Mata Park turns 50.
Tararua council to move chambers, saving ratepayers $91k a year
TCC is relocating its chambers to Dannevirke Town Hall to save ratepayers money.
Emergency motel issues 'significantly worse' if contracts end now – Ministry
The Government wants to keep operating them for another year.
Napier City Rovers' sights on National League glory
With three rounds to go, team remain in the hunt for grand final spot.
Opinion: 'Death by 1000 cuts to Te Tiriti o Waitangi' - Hūhana Lyndon, Green MP
OPINION: When an apology is at odds with actions, then those words are empty.
'Extremely sad situation': Dog euthanised after attacking 5-year-old at school
The dog was surrendered to the council by its owners and euthanised.
Northland beach town to get another 380 houses with The Rise development
Mangawhai's population has doubled in the last 10 years, with more new homes coming.
Kiwi teacher accused of sexually assaulting six students is fighting extradition from UK
Allegations - raised after former student’s suicide - relate to a former Murupara teacher.
'Forever in our hearts': Victims of bus, truck crash near Marton named by police
'His journey was just beginning as it is for so many of us.'
Young cannabis seller turns over $500,000 in sales in nine weeks
The 23-year-old appealed his sentence saying jail would hinder his ability to be a dad.
Teen who OD'd was sent home, parents told to 'keep an eye on her' as crisis team unavailable
Ataria Heta later died of a suspected suicide. Her family want more help for teens.
On the road again! Join us for the Great NZ Road Trip
We're celebrating the best of New Zealand as we head into the 2024-25 summer.
'I'm still scared': Hospitalised bottle store worker still fearful after violent burglary
'It’s been nearly a year and I still feel uncomfortable. I want to forget about it all.'
Plan to turn showgrounds land, and some homes, into floodway to protect Wairoa
A plan has been devised to unleash the Wairoa River during heavy rain with a new floodway.
How this month's Waikato roadworks could affect you
Full closures on SH1 Ngāruawāhia this month; expect delays and detours.