New ZealandClimber survives 250m plunge on Mt Taranaki; five rescued in 24 hoursOne person was also taken off the mountain suffering from hypothermia.14 Oct 09:50 PM
New Zealand'Devastating': School bus route review alarms rural groupsFederated Farmers and Rural Women NZ say eligibility criteria should be reviewed.14 Oct 09:34 PM
New ZealandOver 330 trained in emergency welfare response since Cyclone Gabrielle'Our welfare response is now tailored to prioritise families needing assistance.'14 Oct 08:53 PM
New ZealandFuture management of 'two waters' in Waipā still being reviewedWaipa District Council's Dawn Inglis said the CCO is about “how we manage debt"14 Oct 08:40 PM
New ZealandTwo dead in crash involving bus and truck at MartonThe drivers were the sole occupants of the vehicles.14 Oct 08:26 PM
EntertainmentBritish and Irish Film Festival showcases 25 filmsHighlights include Conclave, We Live in Time, and Widow Clicquot.14 Oct 07:48 PM
New ZealandChildren blend art and tech in popular library robot battlesHorowhenua's school holiday activities saw robot battles become a standout success.14 Oct 07:43 PM
New ZealandContainer truck rolls on highway north of NapierEmergency services were called to the highway near Putorino about 8.10am.14 Oct 07:22 PM
Talanoa'Frankly disgusting': Hospital staff told to only speak English with patientsTe Whatu Ora defends memo, citing safety; critics say it undermines multiculturalism.14 Oct 07:22 PM
KahuLady Tureiti Moxon receives honorary doctorate from Waikato UniversityLady Tureiti Moxon has been recognised for 30 years of Māori health mahi.14 Oct 07:05 PM
New ZealandNew street dining fees labelled 'disrespectful' and 'outrageous'New footpath rental costs rile bar and eaterie owners in Tauranga and Mount Maunganui.14 Oct 06:59 PM
New ZealandHouse fire connected to gang-related shooting, police sayOne person was taken to hospital with critical injuries.14 Oct 06:58 PM
New ZealandNasa Mars rover lands in TaurangaThe public is invited to see space exploration technology on show at the UoW.14 Oct 06:19 PM
America's CupGreatest ever? Burling passes Spithill's America’s Cup recordTeam NZ helmsman: 'It’s an incredible record to have.'14 Oct 05:30 PM
New Zealand'Could throw us some curve balls': Council's refurbishment of former office building beginsDismantling of the Council's former office building on Station Street begins tomorrow.14 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Everything went white and I went blind': Shot driver takes stand at man's trialOn trial: Tihema Nuttall denies he shot another driver in the face on a main Rotorua road.14 Oct 04:03 PM
New Zealand'Pretty cool': Hunters' free venison mince feeds people in needOver 2 tonnes of venison mince processed, providing 16,000 meals to those in need.14 Oct 04:01 PM
New ZealandFar North news briefs - Pink Ribbon donations wanted, new resort manager and rugby league development roleNews snippets from the Far North.14 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew ACC Māori initiative Hāpai aids Far North man's ruptured Achilles recoveryACC programme specifically for Māori helps Far North man recover from serious injury14 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne's water usage doubles; council gives tips for conservation'The demand experienced was unusual so early in spring,' drinking water manager says.14 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew term for Kaitāia Riding for the Disabled means new people learning to rideBusy time ahead for Kaitāia Riding for the Disabled.14 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It's always been a problem': How her sibling's struggle inspired a new project'People don’t really understand that the power is taken away from that person.'14 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHauora Tairāwhiti unveils $2.8 million MRI for enhanced patient care and diagnosticsHauora Tairāwhiti opened a new $2.8 million Siemens MRI at Gisborne Hospital this week.14 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I'm saying no': Levin resident in stoush with council after decision to stop mowing berms"If the council want to send me a bill, it’s going straight in the bin."14 Oct 07:00 AM
New ZealandCouncillor's daughter facing hefty fine for planting in bermAlana Brough planted fruit trees and a vegetable garden in the berm outside her home.14 Oct 05:29 AM
New ZealandReplacement statue of Rotorua's icon dog to be revealedA sculpture dedicated to beloved Rotorua dog Harawene is to be unveiled this week.14 Oct 05:02 AM
New Zealand'Pulled it out of the fire': Steamers eye semis challengeSteamers to host home semi after dramatic last-minute victory over Magpies.14 Oct 04:58 AM
New ZealandCritical injuries after motorbike crashesMotorists were urged to avoid the area if possible and expect delays.14 Oct 04:35 AM
New ZealandFour Go Flatting star ‘Lil Henry’ embraces newfound fame, starts clothing labelHenry Stilwell talks life after television series Four Go Flatting.14 Oct 03:39 AM
New ZealandPolice thankful for public's help in catching alleged intoxicated driver in OnerahiPolice arrested a man allegedly driving while three times over the legal alcohol limit.14 Oct 03:17 AM
New ZealandPetition against rainbow crossing 'nothing short of disgusting' - Pride advocatePetition trying to stop a rainbow pedestrian crossing in Tauranga set to be presented.14 Oct 02:26 AM
KahuWaitangi Tribunal Claim Wai 2500 draws to a close in WhakataneWai 2500 Military Veterans Kaupapa Inquiry draws to a close in Whakatāne.14 Oct 02:18 AM
New Zealand'Really bothersome': Risk of whooping cough outbreak high in Hawke's BaySeptember had the highest cases of whooping cough nationally since 2017.14 Oct 02:07 AM
New ZealandInspiring Hawke’s Bay man who walked up his favourite hill every day dies aged 105Move it or lose it: Trevor Page's attitude wowed his community and the nation.14 Oct 02:00 AM
