
Watch: Man fuming after ute sandwiches his parked car, then drives off
Jonzy Brandt's insurance had just run out - now his car is likely written off.

New chair for Whanganui's Bason Botanic Gardens Trust
Sam Moore encourages the community to engage with the gardens, both in person and online.

Family appeal for more information after car rammed
A ute rams Jonzy Brandt's unoccupied car during a late-night hit and run in Hastings. Video / Supplied

'We're so stoic': Josh Kronfeld wants blokes to open up about their health
'Too many of the brothers are leaving us early for... stuff that could've been prevented.'

The King Charles job opening that Kiwis can apply for - but there's a catch
Fancy being a new member of the royal household? Now there's a job going with the King.

The Country: Josh Kronfeld on men’s health
Phil Duncan, Josh Kronfeld, Pat Coogan, Todd Clark

A mayor's reminder: Taxpayers and ratepayers are same people
Opinion: Tax and rates - the same people are paying both says Stratford mayor Neil Volzke.

Local snaps up spot on millionaire’s row for $70,000
Taupō property comes with access to heated pool, sauna and gym.

'Blown away': Man buys wine bottles for $18,000 at auction, immediately gives them back
In a room of more than 300 wine enthusiasts, one man's act stood out on the night.

'Why us?': Family's car fire latest in a spate of suspected arsons
Another Tikipunga family's lives have been turned upside down after blaze.

'Incredibly disappointing': RSA bosses condemn Matamata blackface incident, issue apology
The Waikato district president is working through the issue with the unrepentant branch.

Health risks of eel toxins studied
Wairoa invited to take part in eel consumption survey to understand food safety risks.

Body found in burnt-out car not yet formally identified
The body was found in the front seat of burning car.

Gallant Northland fall short in face-off with Auckland
Tanhiwa come agonisingly close in epic showdown.

Cyclone-stricken pub named people's choice of best Hawke's Bay hospitality
A familiar name then claimed the supreme award in what is possibly its last year.

Obituary: Mayor leads tributes to council watchdog Des Mahoney, who saved ratepayers milions
Far North council critic Des Mahoney's lasting legacy saved ratepayers millions

Make EIT standalone again: Hawke’s Bay mayors want region's polytech back in local hands for 2025
A workforce skilled by a well-run local polytechnic is needed more than ever, mayors say.

Blinkhorne and Carroll Winter Series trophy winners
Another successful Blinkhorne and Carroll Winter Series

Three vehicles struck by slip, SH2 closed in Bay of Plenty
Diversions are in place at the intersections at Paerata Ridge Rd and Verralls Rd.

Synlait Milk secures new $450m banking facility
The dairy company has a new syndicate with eight banks.

'Game-changer': Kiwi fishing tech lands international award
'We're hoping to launch the product to the market within 12-18 months.'

'Frustrated': Family hit roadblocks getting teen to Italy for lifesaving therapy
They are trying to raise more than $500K and have been denied funding.

'We will carry on': Boss at country's busiest CAB determined to keep doors open
Funding has been slashed by thousands of dollars.

Celebrating 30 years of helping rangatahi in district
The service grew out of a need to do something about teens' antisocial behaviour.

'Iconic' Hoiho wins Bird of The Year 2024
An iconic NZ bird has just been announced as Bird of The Year.

International flights return to Hamilton
Jetstar brings international travel to Australia back to Hamilton Airport.

Anton out to arm-wrestle his world title back
He can’t wait to “show the world what Kiwis can do”.

31 dogs snatched from Northland end up in Wellington: Police, SPCA investigating
Thirty-one dogs and puppies were unlawfully taken from a Whangārei property.

Luxury Waiheke vineyard found guilty of noise breach, could be fined up to $600k
The vineyard was earlier acquitted after blaming noise readings on 'chirping crickets'.