Eight charged in crackdown on pokie machine 'corruption'
The offending gives the gambling sector a bad name, says Internal Affairs.
Three after-hours rescues in one day sparks surf lifesaving rethink
'People need to know their limits. If they are unsure, only go up to knee-depth.'
'Just do it, it won't hurt': Hawke's Bay man's lucky cancer escape
The tests detected 116 bowel-related cancer cases in Hawke’s Bay in 2023.
‘Stellar end to the year’: Two-year high for house sales in Hawke’s Bay
Owner-occupiers and first-home buyers the 'most active groups' during December.
Whanganui cricket sides seek to bring Coastal Challenge Cup home
The cup has spent half a decade out of Whanganui.
Surf lifesaver left in tears after being verbally abused while helping swimmer
Man followed surf lifeguard and continued to hurl foul language and verbal abuse.
Jandal-clad Seddon Park ‘ball thief’ goes public
The man at the centre of the Seddon Park controversy has broken his silence.
Safety changes at popular swimming lake upset some locals; changes made after death
Pole barriers and warning signs placed at the lake are only placed for safety reasons.
Harley Shrimpton case: Alleged kidnapper now faces murder charge
The accused has been granted interim name suppression.
Spectacular sight as luxury ship docks off BoP coast
Hopefully, it's just the beginning for boutique cruise liners to come to Whakatāne.
Man drowns at popular Northland beach
The man was reportedly pulled unconscious from the water.
Former Chiefs players to star in Ireland's Six Nations title defence
Kiwis will once again feature highly in Ireland's 2024 rugby team.
Opinion: Protester’s sign at Ardern wedding ‘tasteless, tactless, disrespectful’
OPINION: Wasn’t the protest somewhat misguided?
Amateur Mount golfer gets a shot at Open Championship-linked invitational
The nine-hole final will feature 42 players from 22 countries.
Two carriers at Hawke’s Bay Airport granted customs capabilities for private aircraft
The move doesn't mean the airport has become an international one just yet.
Dedicated volunteer's last act helps family devastated by fire
A house-lot of goods has been donated in honour of Eric Bettridge.
Red rain warning for Westland, up to 800mm predicted
Parts of the South Island are in for a soaking as heavy rain warnings are put in place.
Disgraced teacher case: School fails to release documents it should have - Ombudsman
The school says it spent $45,000 on legal costs responding to the requests.
'Loved' artwork of 20 years found after going missing in Hawke's Bay flood
Floodwater rushed through the lodge - couple lost everything.
Big weekend for shearing sports
A tenth of all Shearing Sports NZ competitions are on from Friday to Sunday.
River runs dry killing trout and eels after scorching summer temperatures
Officials are hoping for wetter conditions after dozens of fish were found dead.
Fire services attend ute on fire near Whanganui
Motorists are advised to avoid travelling that way for now.
Crash on Waikato Expressway causes delays north of Pōkeno
A crash is causing delays on the Waikato Expressway.
‘I can finally be free’ - why an overstayer has decided to return home
It has been 13 years since Vijender saw his family in India.
Giant windmills blow hapū to UN
Hapū of Ngāruahine iwi are filing three claims against the installation of wind turbines.
'Financial pressure': Chemist Warehouse store sparks concern among pharmacists
Return of $5 fee could affect how community pharmacies compete, says spokesman.
Rōpū of 127 paddles from Ngāpuwaiwaha Marae to Whanganui
Te Awa Tupua whānau joined the final leg home.
State house tenant owed $13,300 back rent
When a visit was made, the tenant's relative had been living in the house rent-free.