Scientists reveal first results of bird flu sampling; health plan shows how NZ would respond to human outbreak
Sampling shows no sign of big-risk bird flu - but its NZ arrival is 'just matter of time'.
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Stark figures show postcode lottery for cancer care
Northland has one of the highest cancer death rates in the country.
Mark Lister: What 2025 could hold for the NZ dollar's fortunes
OPINON: Whether a stronger currency is good or not depends on your perspective.
Shearing: Chris Vickers wins NZ Merino Shears Open title
56-year-old Chris Vickers took out the Open shearing title on Saturday night.
'You've got two options': Did letter demanding $1500 cross the line into blackmail?
Suzanne Petitt's lawyer says it was just a request for compo for a stolen car.
Five arrested after four masked intruders robbed liquor store
The offenders stole alcohol, cigarettes and the till.
Mt Ruapehu's crater lake at record cool temps – but sudden eruption unlikely
Ruapehu's crater lake is unusually cool, while Whakaari's eruptive episode may be ending.
Stretch of Waikato expressway closed between Huntly and Taupiri after single-vehicle crash
Drivers asked to find alternative route.
Council CEO resigns amid claims of a toxic environment; ERA finds both sides at fault
Far North Council CEO Blair King said he felt 'isolated' and lodged a PG in 2022.
Fonterra staff numbers on $100,000-plus swell in tough economic year
Most of the rises among regional New Zealand staffers.
'Emerge stronger than ever': Te Puia claims Supreme Award at Rotorua Business Awards
It was one of the earliest tourism operations to close its gates due to the pandemic.
Homicide investigation under way in Tauranga after body found in Gate Pā
The man's body was found on a walkway near George Street around 8.45am.
Rotorua woman dies two weeks after attack, man charged with second murder
The woman and her husband were attacked in their Western Heights home on September 23.
'Loud rumbling, heavy shaking': Strong earthquake hits Wellington
The magnitude-5.7 earthquake struck minutes after 5am.
Dealing with 'ticky and lousy sheep' in 1921
"Tick-infested sheep will not thrive, and tick-stained wool means low value."
Misspelled road signs called out by residents
The Council and NZTA have both attracted criticism for recent road sign spelling blunders
Keeping up with the kākāpō: In the bushes with a New Zealand taonga
Since the kākāpō returned to the Waikato last year, they have been keeping rangers busy.
Vege tips: Chop and drop - your soil will thank you
Opinion: With the warmer weather looming, it's time to get your soil well-fed.
NPC: Wellington Lions sink Magpies' home finals bid
The Magpies were made to pay for ill-discipline and defensive lapses.
Pig hunters report seeing missing Marokopa family, police and helicopters deployed
Two helicopters have been sweeping the Marokopa area today.
'Bowl the toll' - residents march to protest toll proposal
The voices of protest could be heard on the streets of Woodville.
Tararua District toll road protest
Tararua District residents, including Mayor Tracey Collis marched to protest against the proposed toll on Te Ahu a Turanga Manawatu-Tararua Highway. Video / Hawkes Bay Today
'Convict me': Cannabis advocate asks for jail time
Brian Borland told a jury they should find him guilty...so they did.
Nurse celebrates 50th anniversary at medical centre
Jean Chegwidden has worked as a nurse for more than 60 years.
Former All Blacks coach Ian Foster receives Hamilton civic award
Rugby legend Ian Foster was awarded the Hamilton Kirikiriroa Medal.
Raising funds to help Hunter heal
Hunter currently has a physiotherapy program, but his muscles are growing and getting wors
One dead after work-related farm incident in Taranaki
Emergency services found a man with critical injuries and he died a short time later.
Two men shot and taken to hospital in Hawke's Bay
Police arrived at the property but the men weren't there, having gone to hospital instead.
Province told keep kids out of pre-match haka or risk losing points
Ngāti Porou East Coast face a fine or losing points if fans don't stay off the field.
New sighting of fugitive father Tom Phillips reported, police make fresh inquiries
The Herald understands a group of young pig hunters reported the sighting.
One dead and two injured in Whakatāne crash
A person was airlifted to hospital but sadly died later, police said.
How Brian Lochore's gentle leadership shaped New Zealand rugby
How a humble farmer became a World Cup-winning coach: Brian Lochore’s legendary journey.
Pools or poo pipe? City debates where it should invest $2 million
The mayor says the community wants its spas back. But major project costs are climbing.