Human remains unearthed in Hillcrest are pre-European, police reveal
The remains will be exhumed in consultation with local iwi.
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Authority rules on claims Tauranga 'now hiring' election ad was misleading
The council says the advert was intended to be tongue-in-cheek.
Famous trail to be farewelled as MTB nationals return
The famed Taniwha Trail to be used for the final time.
Kidnap victim 'wants to forget', while whānau has message for her tormentor
Kayla Pawa is recovering from her horrific ordeal, surrounded by aroha.
High-country farmers named national sustainability ambassadors
High Peak Station’s income is derived from sheep, cattle, deer, honey and tourism.
Parker to headline boxing match in Hamilton
Parker will take on his first international opponent.
Place name changes: What you need to know
Any Kiwi can propose a new name for a geographic feature, suburb or town.
'Historically a major hazard': How Hawke’s Bay Airport has helped reduce bird strike
Gas cannons and pyrotechnics help — so, too does a careful eye on the height of the grass.
Traffic builds after car rolls blocking SH29A bridge
NZTA says delays should be expected in both directions.
How big exporter Zespri plans to boost kiwifruit grower profits
A record harvest this season is a good start in supplying the world more of our fruit.
Filipina woman escapes poverty through child sponsorship
Keewani Cook lost three of her siblings because her family could not afford healthcare.
Rotorua CBD crime: What the latest police data shows
Six months ago, a safety hub opened in the CBD - has it made a difference to crime stats?
From Gisborne DJ to global stage, Messie shares Glastonbury gig news
Gisborne DJ Messie to perform at Glastonbury after impressive rise.
What's next for award winning dairy trainee Kirwyn Ellis?
Find out what makes the Pirongia 20-year-old tick.
Club rugby: Finals footy looms for senior sides
It is high stakes for the final robin round of the WRFU Senior competition.
Mix of pop and traditional music in Winter Concert Series
Gisborne Civic Band to play musical medley at St Andrew's on Sunday.
Historic first Premier victory to OG Whāngārā
Waikohu Prems outgun defending champs Whāngārā Old Girls.
Need for speed as Gisborne cuber eyes North Island champs
Santino Camero out to break his Rubik's Cube-solving best of 24 seconds
Full investigation launched after major power outage in Northland
Parts of Northland were without power after a pylon toppled near Wellsford.
Concern Gisborne council resource planning effort will be superseded by reforms
Feds concerned Gisborne council resource planning effort will be superseded by reforms.
Music for all tastes on offer in Gisborne this weekend
Gisborne events listing - music for all tastes on offer this weekend.
Counting down to Rocket Lab's historic 50th launch
'No Time Toulouse' mission first of five for French global connectivity company.
Club rugby: Rātana take on Marist this weekend at the Pā
Picking up a bonus-point win, Rātana have closed to within two points of Marist.
Cultural ratios key to efficient healthcare, say nurses
"There’s nothing like your own looking after your own.'
Green Machine out to end YMP's unbeaten run in Poverty Bay hockey
GMC Green are looking to turn the tables on YMP in another replay of the 2023 grand final.
'Devastating consequences': Twin baby dies after getting stuck in her car seat
The 9-month-old girl suffered 'severe and irreversible brain damage'.
Gisborne Study launched to track virus in shellfish after sewage spills
Gisborne Council to study shellfish safety after wet weather sewage spills
Tauranga mayoral race: Q&A with Donna Hannah
Local Democracy Reporting asked the 15 mayoral candidates their thoughts on four topics.
Police pull Taser after aggressive gang members surround officers, threaten to get gun
“The behaviour grew threatening, leading to an officer presenting a Taser".
Mortgagee sale of multi-million-dollar dream home owner couldn't finish
Riverside property in wealthy suburb up for grabs.
More than 300km in seven days: Waikato student running to raise aid for Palestinian children
'I couldn’t stand by and do nothing anymore. I want to make a difference.'
$80,000 reward for info on fugitive Tom Phillips set to expire
Search for the dad and his three kids, missing for 30 months, has ramped up recently.
NZTA issues warning to SH2 vandals after hearts, 'offensive' tags appear
The tagging, thought to be linked to recent protests, has been reported to police.
Northland 'grid emergency': Most homes should get power back tonight but no hot water
'There will obviously be an investigation into the incident and what caused it.'