You have a visitor - it's the police
A man was arrested in hospital and had his motorbike impounded.
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'Just take the plunge': Farm Environment Awards entries open
This year's winners, Hamish and Simon Guild, have advice for those considering entering.
'Outstanding' builds from Waikato make House of the Year list
The Top 100 homes will now undergo a second round of judging.
The Country: Farmer Jamie Strang on rowing across Cook Strait
Jamie Strang, Sir David Carter, Jane Smith, Todd McClay, Cameron Bagrie.
$4m for a bach? Surf town's house price records tumble as big spenders make a return
Wealthy looking for private homes with a great view.
Winds to settle after trees downed and power cut in Hawke's Bay gusts
Some of the highest gusts were recorded at Cape Kidnappers which reached up to 110km/h.
Parking revenue over budget by 50%
Forty-nine solar-powered meters replaced 216 coin meters in Whanganui's CBD in 2022.
Crown manager believes $70m can fix flood-prone Wairoa
'We should be able to fix and find a solution for North Clyde and Kopu Rd.'
Retirement village residents upcycle bikes for Christmas
Carlo Lumapas began teaching residents at Arvida Glenbrae to upcycle rubbished bikes aiming to give them to children who can't afford them this Christmas. Video / Aleyna Martinez
Traffic delays while SH2 vandalism is repaired
Repair works are taking place on State Highway 2 between Katikati and Ōmokoroa.
Rope tangles in helicopter rotor leaving one person seriously injured in Marokopa
One patient is being transported to hospital in serious condition.
Taupō walkers: Old mill offers new adventures for young at heart
The old Tihoi Timber Mill site has been repurposed into an adventure camp.
Explained: Why the Govt’s new gene tech shake-up is a big deal
The Govt says it’s ending what it calls a 'nearly 30-year' ban on gene tech outside labs.
Opinion: NZ is running out of gas - that’s good for the climate, bad for the economy
OPINION: NZ is running out of gas. That’s good for the climate, but bad for the economy.
Big leadership shake-up for Comvita after 'confronting' financial result
The mānuka honey exporter is struggling to overcome a slump in Asia market sales.
Police officer's kick to armed burglar's head deemed justified
The burglar had held the police dog's jaws shut with both hands.
People buying cheaper meat, or whole animal, as cost of living bites
'People more than ever looking for good value and good price points at the butcher shop.'
Investigation into suspicious car, house fire
Fire crews and police were called to Whanganui East about 3.40am on Tuesday.
Neil Volzke: Why your rates bill isn't the same as your neighbour's
OPINION: Setting rates is a compromised balancing act.
A new chairman for Shearing Sports NZ
Warren Parker is a Raglan farmer and shearing contractor.
Community marae on the horizon for Whangamatā
A dedicated group is taking steady strides to developing a hub for all.
Warmer temperatures on the way, sunny spells give taste of spring
Warmer temperatures are ahead — but forecasters are warning people not to get complacent.
Greenlea rescue heli wraps up 'busy' July
The crew carried out 38 missions across the Lakes and Central Plateau region.
Stratford's finest: Citizen Award recipients honoured at ceremony
The awards began 34 years ago and just over 100 people have since received one.
Fijian Drua snap up another big Waikato name to fill coaching ranks
Connection to Fiji is important to Gibbes and his family.
Impressive start to Farah Palmer Cup for Waikato
Veteran hooker Grace Houpapa-Barrett nabbed three tries.
Crowds expected for coronation celebrations of Kiingi Tuheitia
August 21 marks the 18th anniversary of the Māori king's coronation
'Enraged' mum allegedly injured crying preschooler who was resisting Covid test
The 'screaming and crying' 4-year-old was left with bruising on her face and body.
Fire siren sounds as volunteers gather for public toilet rescue
Someone was looking a little flushed as volunteer firefighters undertook the rescue.
Intoxicated driver killed much-loved policewoman and wants to avoid conviction
Guilty driver had consumed beer and cannabis.
Cambridge trainer Roger James wins big at Master Builders awards
Trainer Roger James celebrates major house awards while preparing Melbourne Cup contender.
'Gave it my best shot': Man's hope for replica Napier lighthouse dashed
'I put in a lot of energy and had high hopes, only to face repeated rejections.'
The fight to give an isolated racecourse a future: ‘I’m not going to give up’
It used to be one of the only days each year in the town where 'everyone turned up'.