Closer supervision: Splash Centre updates child safety policy
Kids under 8 must be actively supervised at all times, whether in water or not.
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Eight candidates vie for vacant Kirikiriroa Māori Ward seat in byelection
The byelection was sparked by the resignation of Melaina Huaki in May.
Hawke’s Bay quadruplets’ stay-at-home dad dies, donations page set up to help family
Brett Wills, father of Napier quadruplets with wife Joanne, died at the weekend.
Te Kūiti baby death: 'Inconsistencies' in parents' stories - police
The baby had been known to police due to previous 'non-accidental' injuries, police say.
Wastewater treatment budget increased at 11th hour
Mayor Grant Smith said a lower budget would destroy relationships and rip up $5m of work.
Unborn baby killed, others critically injured in crash with stolen vehicle
Police are investigating a serious crash on State Highway 1 in Okaihau on Monday evening.
Council cans Pākaitore crossing
No funding has been included in the council's 10-year plan.
The Great Dane helping Napier City Rovers hunt silverware
Napier City Rovers new goalkeeper has become Mr Reliable between the posts in 2024.
'Not the actions of a good father' - Police say missing Marokopa man armed, still a risk to community
This morning they offered a $80,000 reward in the hunt for Tom Phillips.
Agriculture removed from ETS; He Waka Eke Noa disbanded
The Government also announces new initiative.
'My life changed in one second': Kiwifruit worker hit by forklift loses lower leg
'Everyday tasks like dressing, showering, and walking have become challenging.'
Three Hawke’s Bay singers make semifinals of 2024 Lexus Song Quest
New Zealanders will be able to track the journey of these elite young opera talents.
Opinion: I sat in cafes for hours every day for 3 years - how long is too long to hog a table?
OPINION: Ejecting journalists after an hour? Bad. Questioning their news sense? Worse.
Speed limits to be lowered around 21 Tauranga schools
The 40km/h limits will apply around pick-up and drop-off times.
Rescuer runs into Lake Taupō to save driver, then performs CPR
An arborist trained in CPR says he and others went into 'reactive mode' to save the man.
Laapata Ladies serves up a fusion of Bollywood and Shakespeare
It's a Bollywood love story with an almost Shakespearean plot.
Year 7 and 8 students exposed to objectionable image on pest monitoring camera, source unknown
An investigation into the incident has left the school and NRC with little clarity
Zeal for zines on show as quirky festival celebrates 10th anniversary
Kirikiriroa Hamilton Zinefest celebrates the art of random creativity.
Waka ama racing helps Wellington Air Force member connect with her Samoan side
Kirrin Borgman's love of waka ama racing led to something unexpected.
Hawke’s Bay A&P Show loses a day, new features to be added
A&P shows throughout the country are facing hard times.
Hidden bush lab: Meth 'bomb' so big it had to be choppered out
The 'terraced' lab was covered in camouflage netting and dug into the side of steep bush.
Kuaka's journey inspires students
Part of the school’s new vision is based on the resilience of the kuaka.
Outstanding double for Wanganui Harrier Club
Wanganui Harrier Club had an outstanding day at the Hughes Memorial in Hāwera.
Opinion: Gangs should never get praise for good behaviour
OPINION: Celebrating supposed benefits of gang activities to communities is short-sighted.
Partial access restored on Thames Coast Highway
One lane of SH25 north of Thames has reopened.
More protests to come after success of pro-Māori rally, organiser says
Eru Kapa-Kingi helped activate the day Māori were called upon to protest
'Didn't do anything wrong': Father of Te Kūiti baby speaks out
The 22-year-old dad is worried police will charge him over his son's death.
Auckland-Coromandel ferry service still on hold
The service was no longer commercially viable, Fullers360 said.
What’s cooking in Wairoa? The classes that Gabrielle created
A new cooking class aims to teach affordability and nutrition of home meals.
Apple doesn't fall far from the tree for Young Grower of the Year
'I grew up in horticulture on my family’s orchards.'
A sporting revival in Raupunga
YMP has usually not had the numbers to have a club day. That all changed on Saturday.
The little primary school making a big sound
Ōmokoroa Point School is reviving its on-site radio station.
'Ripped off': Woman driven by meth habit printed fake bank notes
She left school at 12 and had a "severe" methamphetamine habit.