PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSaving Hawke's Bay Tourism: Napier council's draft plan includes funding, others less keenKatie Nimon wants councils to keep the lights on and NCC wants to give $300k.10 Dec 03:42 AM
KahuMurals reflect student resilience after Cyclone Gabrielle in Te KarakaMurals at Te Karaka School help students express feelings from Cyclone Gabrielle's impact.10 Dec 02:59 AM
New ZealandSuccess at Whangamatā Classic for Gisborne surf lifesaversMidway’s Ella Sutton and Yahni Brown were standouts.10 Dec 02:26 AM
New ZealandArmed police block streets in Hastings during searchPolice armed as a precaution and an increased police presence.10 Dec 02:12 AM
PoliticsSpeaker refers four MPs to Privileges Committee after haka in the HouseThe haka, led by Te Pāti Māori, made waves across the globe.10 Dec 02:12 AM
New ZealandA shark sighting, a missing kite surfer and a plane crashAll in a weekend's work for Eastern Region surf lifeguards.10 Dec 01:59 AM
New ZealandCamino Frances: A Paraparaumu pilgrim’s tale of challenge and upliftmentLeo Barber's inspiring Camino adventure.10 Dec 01:59 AM
New ZealandChristmas cheer: Whangārei Lions Club's toy appeal helps families'No kid should go without a toy at Christmas,' says Lions Club's Hugh Deverell.10 Dec 01:19 AM
GolfKauri Cliffs: Where stunning views meet golfing adventure'It's your oasis': Kauri Cliffs offers a unique, relaxed golfing experience.10 Dec 01:00 AM
BusinessSupermarkets face criminal charges over alleged inaccurate pricing, specialsThe charges should be a wake-up call about pricing accuracy, the watchdog says.10 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandDecent rain needed by Christmas to dodge the drought wordThe east coast needs decent rain soon to stave off the threat of drought.10 Dec 12:57 AM
New ZealandFarmer confidence on The CountryBruce Weir, Damien O'Connor, Brooke Watson, Farmer Tom Martin.10 Dec 12:55 AM
New ZealandMuggy days and nights ahead as humid weather system nears NZMuch of the North Island is in for a sticky end to the week, while Hastings could hit 30C.10 Dec 12:50 AM
New ZealandGovernment gives $1m after farmers turn 'crap' Hawke's Bay paddocks into profit'Like they say, the best way to eat an elephant is one bite at a time.'10 Dec 12:32 AM
New ZealandBigger and better next year after successful It's a Gizzy ChristmasA practical way 'to keep our whānau safe on the water this summer' is being launched.09 Dec 11:44 PM
New Zealand'Chance for a real solution': Winston Peters says he will advocate for Kinleith Mill workers'Targeted government intervention is sometimes necessary.'09 Dec 11:24 PM
New ZealandReducing waste: Not-for-profits join forces for home demolitionsDemolition of unsafe homes begins; salvage efforts reduce waste and support community.09 Dec 11:12 PM
New ZealandVolunteers unite at Tauranga foodbank amid soaring demand for helpDrawn to helping people, Jessica Stewart works fulltime at Tauranga Community Foodbank.09 Dec 11:00 PM
New Zealand'It’s a tragedy': Respected farmer dies in accident'His contribution was massive outside and beyond the farm gate.'09 Dec 10:46 PM
New ZealandHam, lamb, pavlova or trifle: What do Kiwis eat on Christmas day?Retail Meat New Zealand’s Great Kiwi Christmas Survey results are in.09 Dec 10:45 PM
New Zealand'Great to see': Farmer confidence highest since mid-2017Rabobank finds improved sentiment largely attributable to improved commodity pricing.09 Dec 10:21 PM
New ZealandGrief-stricken motorcycle community planning final ride for victim of crash that killed three peopleMotorcyclist mates determined to give beloved rider the send-off she would have wanted.09 Dec 09:54 PM
New Zealand'Warms our hearts': Profits from Maketū Pies to fund community training, say ownersLocal praise as Maketū Pies profits to aid Te Arawa youth training.09 Dec 09:49 PM
New ZealandLevin standout horse wins bigKa Ying Rising was raised, broken in and initially trained in Marton.09 Dec 09:20 PM
New Zealand'So loud': Napier deluge floods shop's Christmas display, roadworks signs float down streetDeluge flooded the Christmas display in at least one store and poured down hilly streets.09 Dec 09:19 PM
New ZealandShearing: Digger Balme, 60, wins at Rotorua ShowAge ain’t doing nothing to slow down this veteran competition shearer.09 Dec 09:17 PM
New ZealandScientists explore seabed in Hauraki Gulf to study human impactsScientists from around the world are looking to the Hauraki Gulf for answers.09 Dec 09:08 PM
New ZealandHalf-kilometre of SH2 in Waipawa set for rebuildA 500-metre stretch of State Highway 2 will get a makeover starting on January 13.09 Dec 08:23 PM
New ZealandTeens complete 800km challenge across North IslandThe Tauranga trio travelled under their own steam from East Cape to Cape Egmont09 Dec 08:05 PM
New ZealandNorthland hospitals struggle with IT outages, staff shortages escalateWhangārei doctor warns: 'Co-opting healthcare assistants for calls is wildly inappropriate.'09 Dec 07:57 PM
LifestyleColdplay, Connections and coffee: What Kiwis googled in 2024Google has released its 2024 Year in Search for New Zealand09 Dec 07:43 PM
New ZealandThree-vehicle crash causes highway delaysThe incident is causing traffic hold-ups on SH29, near Tauranga.09 Dec 06:20 PM
New Zealand'Way overdue': Mental health unit budget rises by $17m, completion further delayedThe unit was initially expected to be finished in 2023.09 Dec 04:02 PM
