33-hr drenching: Severe thunderstorms for upper North Island, snowstorms, downpours in south
Snowstorms are also forecast for parts of south. Severe weather alerts are out across NZ.
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'Look, it’s too late! Get out!': Mum's desperate plea to son as house burns
‘When we got out it would have been only 30 seconds later when windows started blowing.'
Iconic waterfront road in Bay of Islands' Russell/Kororāreka, to partially close for six-month trial
The benefits of a more pedestrian-friendly environment will be assessed.
Napier City Rovers aim high after rampant first-up National League win
Stunning start backs up Napier City Rovers' hopes of doing well in the National League.
ANZ branch continues its 150-year legacy in Tauranga
The opening marked 'a new beginning for ANZ in Tauranga'.
ACC reports increase in Croc-related injuries
Jack Tame talks to ACC injury prevention spokesperson James Whittaker about the increase in injuries related to Croc footwear. Video / Newstalk ZB
Foodstuffs North Island CEO on Commerce Commission's merger rejection
Jack Tame talks to Foodstuffs North Island CEO Chris Quinn about the Commerce Commission's rejection of the proposed merger between Foodstuffs North and South Island.
One slip and it was all over: Hawke's Bay's big race transferred to Te Rapa
When a horse slipped in Race 1 in Hastings on Saturday, it was the beginning of the end,
Man appears in court following serious assault on police officer
He was charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent and with resisting police.
New national hockey league matches set for Napier
Big year for Hawke's Bay hockey as it prepares to host two games in a new competition.
Auction frenzy turns $20,000 loss into $20,000 profit
Couple stunned after home sells for $1.2m under the hammer.
‘State-of-the-art’: Refurbished children’s unit opens at Rotorua Hospital
Health minister Dr Shane Reti opened unit on Tuesday.
Council starts 'process' to remove beach shelter
Council says the shelter has to come down as it breaches bylaws.
Meet Dan: Life-sized 'unicorn' up for auction
Dan the unicorn from Baazar Boutique is looking for a new home.
Hamilton City Council scraps two hours free parking in CBD
Visitors can now park in the CBD for free for one hour.
Californian artist brings the moa back from extinction
The exhibition is a tribute to those who have been loved and lost.
Artist’s plea to recover stolen art which took 500 hours to sketch
The Napier artist says the stolen artworks are 'like a baby to me'.
Hivemind: Why beekeepers should work together
Study finds NZ beekeepers have a wealth of experience but tend to work independently.
'Not going to let the old man in yet': Neville Bowen, Chris Burr win photo competition
'Once the sawdust gets in your veins, it stays in your veins,' the wood chopper said.
Intense downpours to hit NZ, warnings issued for upper north
Auckland has a cloudy Thursday forecast, but heavy rain is tipped for tomorrow.
Warning to boaties as bad weather approaches
Alerts issued ahead of wet weather expected on Wednesday and Thursday.
Kaitāia’s community voices and music students combine for fundraiser
Fundraiser at Kaitāia’s Te Ahu Centre brings out top local singers and musicians.
Kate Acland talks land use changes on The Country
Kate Acland, Tom Martin, Blair Drysdale, Jim Hopkins, Shane McManaway, Dean Rabbidge.
New project aims to improve VHF, cell coverage after tragic fishing deaths
A new cell tower for Mahia Peninsula would cost about $1.5 million.
Tairāwhiti forestry decline hits local economy
Gisborne businesses are struggling as the region grapples with a decline in forestry.
Health Minister opens new Rotorua Hospital children's unit
Rotorua Hospital's children's unit has undergone refurbishment. Video / Laura Smith
Cocoa crisis forces Hawke’s Bay chocolatier to raise prices
Cocoa prices hit 50-year high; Silky Oak Chocolates plans gradual price hikes.
Middle East conflict could impact NZ exporters
Many of NZ's friends are hostile or indifferent to Iran and its proxies, analyst says.
Rowena Duncum a new board trustee for Dairy Women's Network
Dairy Women’s Network will welcome Kevin Argyle and Rowena Duncum later this month.
The Bark of the Barkless at Vadas Angels
Vada’s Angel often works with pounds in Western Bay, Rotorua and Tauranga , rescuing dogs whose time is about to run out. Video / Tom Eley
Council flags roaming dogs as ongoing issue
Roaming dogs can "frighten, intimidate or annoy others".
A dream come true: Local teens train with football legend
Kamo club youngsters train with Football Ferns striker Hannah Wilkinson.
Three people injured after truck and car crash on SH3
One man was seriously injured and was transported to hospital by helicopter.
Forestry not to blame for Smithfield meatworks closure, industry says
NZ Forest Owners Association says production forestry area has decreased in last 20 years.