New ZealandPrison not a 'just' penalty for teen who coward-punched stranger in unprovoked street attackA judge said the only way to describe the violence inflicted was 'extreme'.17 Apr 07:00 AM
New Zealand16 Lotto players win over $17k each – where the tickets were soldOne player walked away with $1 million after winning the First Division draw.17 Apr 06:36 AM
BusinessAustralian company applies to mine Taranaki seabed under fast-track lawOpponents fear sediment discharge will harm sea life on Pātea Banks.17 Apr 06:09 AM
CrimeMeth dealer with 23-year addiction praised for rehabilitation efforts Brian Tito was found with 87g of meth and 'tick lists' of around $50,000.17 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandSH2 median barrier fight: Campaigners claim truck drove on wrong sideWire median barriers have removed right turns on SH2 between Waihī and Ōmokoroa.17 Apr 05:05 AM
New Zealand11 men hang on cross for Easter exhibition at churchNearly 400 volunteers prepared for the Easter exhibition's various displays.17 Apr 04:55 AM
KahuLand lease problems scupper plan for iwi-council centreThe parties will now pursue separate developments in Manāia.17 Apr 03:13 AM
New ZealandTraffic delays ahead: SH35 down to one lane for six monthsSH35 between Ōpōtiki and Te Kaha will be one lane from April 28.17 Apr 02:28 AM
New ZealandThe big benefit of tree planting on Hawke's Bay farms“It’s not just theory, it’s happening, on farms and hillsides across Hawke’s Bay."17 Apr 01:04 AM
New ZealandBethlehem church's Easter walk-through offers immersive experienceDisplays cover Christ’s life, from creation to resurrection, over 800sq m.17 Apr 01:03 AM
New ZealandShots allegedly fired at vehicle in Rotorua, police seek infoA gun was allegedly fired at a vehicle in Rotorua's Ōwhata suburb.17 Apr 12:44 AM
PoliticsNo 'fundamental failures' with management of bootcamp youth who escaped tangi – reviewOranga Tamariki is also still refusing to provide details about alleged reoffending.17 Apr 12:32 AM
PremiumPremiumRugbyRupeni Caucaunibuca: Rugby’s greatest talent was never fulfilledThe Fijian winger who had the world at his feet and the potential to surpass Jonah Lomu.17 Apr 12:30 AM
New ZealandDriver frustration as Napier roadworks cause car damageRob Tranter faced delays after his van was damaged on Meeanee Rd.17 Apr 12:01 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandJob cuts at pet food giant Ziwi, including Hawke's Bay'It is a good bunch of people – that is the sad thing.'17 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandPortable building theft leaves man without emergency housingBusiness owner laments criminals taking firm's "last available unit in the Hokianga area".17 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandSex crimes case: Appeal court declines man's bid to keep name secretHe has 20 days to appeal the decision.17 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandMPI probe into salmon farm mortality ratesSAFE claims intensive fish farming breaches the Animal Welfare Act.16 Apr 11:58 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay Easter plans disrupted with wet and warm weather"Napier and Hastings will be reaching up into the 25C to 26C," but rain is expected.16 Apr 11:42 PM
New ZealandPolice respond to potential firearms sighting in WhanganuiOfficers were active on Guyton St and Wicksteed St about 10.30am on Thursday.16 Apr 11:38 PM
New ZealandFresh court action against Rotorua council sewerage scheme expectedThe council has restarted construction on stage one and says it will take four weeks.16 Apr 11:02 PM
New ZealandJack Fagan joins NZ shearing tour teamJack Fagan will compete, as Mark Grainger can't leave his drought-stricken farm.16 Apr 10:07 PM
PremiumPremiumStock takesStock Takes: Who’s lining up to buy Fonterra’s Mainland and how much is it worth? Fonterra's Mainland sale process continues despite a turbulent sharemarket. 16 Apr 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Life has just stopped': 'Forgotten five' battle council over slip damageOwners of three homes have not been able to return since they were evacuated in 2022.16 Apr 06:48 PM
New ZealandCardiologist to Olympians honoured for impact of his researchMartin Stiles has also helped fix the hearts of Olympic medal winners.16 Apr 06:20 PM
New ZealandWaikato rescue helicopter crash caused by 'vortex ring state', investigation findsIt marks what may be the first crash directly caused by the phenomenon.16 Apr 06:18 PM
New ZealandLocal legend Dot Sowry turns 103 in Far North rest homeBay of Islands resident Dot Sowry celebrating 103rd birthday in style16 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandFar North news briefs - water limits remain, disabled survey and accused in courtNews snippets from the Far North.16 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandKodi Chamberlin wins Bay of Islands/Far North building apprentice compKerikeri apprentice takes out Far North building challenge16 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandHighway delays over holidays as roadworks continue Delays on SH10 in Taipā as roadworks extended over holiday period 16 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Each one had their own story': Author explores WWII experiences'Don’t know what you don’t know until you go digging': Dannevirke man's historic journey. 16 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandMusic to their ears as album pushed to managers and promotersThe fourth compilation album of Hawke's Bay acts hits the turntables and airwaves.16 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandFlavour, quality, consistency: The secret behind bakery's award-winning hot cross buns'If we can punch you in the face with a burst of flavour, I’m quite happy.'16 Apr 05:17 PM
New ZealandOn the Up: Footballer on citizenship and career milestonesStephen Hoyle's footballing career has gone full circle in New Zealand.16 Apr 05:00 PM
