'Unscrupulous operators are a reality': Northland councils urge caution over granny flat proposal
One council highlighted 'risks this could pose to home-buyers, renters, and ratepayers'.
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Charity champions the success and development of young people
The partnership gets new and used sports items to adolescents.
Hopes SH2 north can be reopened tomorrow
NZTA hopes to have SH2 north of Ōpōtiki at the big slip site reopened tomorrow.
Commissioners decline plan for rest and service centre on SH1 in Ruakākā
The service centre was designed to cater for truckies heading south on SH1.
'I live in constant fear of death': Fatal crash victim's sister describes ongoing trauma
The repeat drink-driver who killed her brother has now been sent to jail.
News briefs from the Far North - chainsaws for firefighters, volunteers sought and Bay fundraiser
News snippets form the Far North.
'Everything gone in flames': Volunteer and solo mum of three left with nothing
A community volunteer and mother with three children has lost everything in a house fire.
'Go in fearless': Gisborne clubbies ready to take on the world
Midway duo to make Junior Black Fins debuts at world champs.
Earthworm research offers real potential
Research by Hill Labs of Hamilton into earthworm eDNA offers real potential to farming.
Ambo strike action caused no harm
St John believes the industrial action Tuesday-Wednesday caused no patient harm.
Reduce waste while funding hospice care in the Bay of Plenty
An op shop has created a new budget range.
Go-ahead given for 202 new homes in Rotorua
Approval has been given to build 202 homes at Ngongotahā, for starters.
$164 million Cameron Rd upgrade fails to secure NZTA funding
Funding for the $164m Cameron Rd project in Tauranga has been declined by NZTA.
'Stuff off you pathetic little troll': Nicola Willis hits back at abuse, threats
There is fear a normalised 'toxic environment' will impact female representation.
Rural areas hit hardest by vet shortage - report
'The big shortage we have, particularly in the rural sector, is experienced vets.'
Major upgrade for 'bucket list' golf attraction
'You would have to be a pretty young person to hike from the bottom to the top.'
Synlait chair defends capital raise plan, says Pōkeno decision imminent
Cash-strapped Synlait has outlined details of its plan to pay off debt.
Damo's Day fundraiser at Ngātapa on Saturday
All Black Coles, sports personality McKay, Blues coach Cotter special guests
Rāhui placed on Whanganui River for missing person
The rāhui will remain in place until Friday.
Opinion: Some NZ homes are becoming uninsurable due to natural disasters
OPINION: There’s no general requirement in NZ that insurers cover anyone’s home.
Flooded Far North farms caused by council inaction - farmers
Flooding from blocked council drains cause consternation for Far North farmers
Man jailed for violence against toddler who suffered injuries 'worse than some fatalities'
'It’s pure luck and good fortune that (she) was able to survive the multiple attacks'.
Nicola Willis shares experiences of gendered online abuse
Finance Minister Nicola Willis speaks after an event for women in local politics in Wellington. Video / Laura Smith
Motorist cut free from vehicle after crashing down bank
Fire crews spent 40 minutes extracting the trapped motorist.
The PM ponders the polls on The Country
Christopher Luxon, Todd Charteris, Richard Allen, Hunter McGregor.
'Tough decison': Popular Far North end-of-summer festival cancelled
Unforseen circumstances see Mangonui Waterfront Festival canned for 2025.
The polar explorer's medal, the mystery millionaire, and the museum
A rare Ernest Shackleton medal potentially worth millions lands at Canterbury Museum.
Recipe: Smoked Trout and Potato Cakes
Looking for a use for all those trout you've hauled up? Try these fish cakes.
Special Olympics TA's Ella Yarndley graduates from leadership programme
Te Awamutu resident graduates from Special Olympics NZ Athlete Leadership Programme.
Major rainmaker to hit South Island tomorrow, second system brewing
Moisture-packed weather system is set to slam into the south as another looms.
Pacific leaders pay historic tribute to Kiingitanga movement
Over 300 leaders representing nations in the Pacific paid tribute to Kiingi Tuuheitia,
Zespri continues crackdown on illegal kiwifruit plantings in China
Chinese growers have been illegally planting Zespri's SunGold or G3 since 2016.
'Much needed' new radiology clinic opens in Tauranga
Bay cancer patients will be able to get scans locally.
Government offers an extra $4.55m for cyclone recovery in Hawke's Bay
Money will provide expertise to speed up Wairoa, Pakowhai and Pōrangahau flood protection.