Far North Mayor's message for Simeon Brown on Māori ward referendums: 'You pay for it'
Councils around the country have raised concerns about the cost of holding the polls.
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Hawke’s Bay hairdressing queen retires after 56 years in industry
'She told me I had too many brains to be a hairdresser. I decided to prove her wrong.'
Staffing crisis should be addressed before curriculum shift, principals say
Maths and literacy are receiving a big shake-up, but principals say it's too fast.
'We are not against Māori wards': PM emphasises principle of local democracy in debate
PM speaks on Māori wards, healthcare, forestry while visiting Gisborne.
Te Huamanuka Luiten-Apirana's Ngā Reta brings reo-Māori theatre to Gisborne
Award-winning playwright self-funds Ngā Reta tour to celebrate Mahuru Māori.
Five-year-old Tayla Slade prepares for first haircut to raise funds for cancer
Tayla Slade seeks $1000 for the Cancer Society through her hair donation and fundraiser.
Third generation Gisborne plumber aims to match older brother's national win
Cleaning up the regional event hasn't left Seth Hall drained- he wants the top prize.
Explore Susan Vorster's hydrangea-inspired art exhibition in Gisborne this spring
From South Africa to Gisborne: Vorster's journey through art and memory.
'We just want to be safe' - Horse riders call for vulnerable road user recognition
Horse riders mount campaign to change driver attitudes.
'How can this be real?' Two sisters diagnosed with breast cancer two years apart
'I just want to do everything I can to obviously prolong time and quality of life.'
What's on in Tairāwhiti this weekend: art exhibition, Queen musical and rugby clash
What's on in Tairāwhiti: monthly market, art exhibition, Queen musical and rugby clash.
Waka bridge takes shape after Covid delays
New open-air pedestrian bridge for Gisborne set to open this summer.
One dead, one seriously injured following two-vehicle crash in Manawatū
One person remains in a serious condition at Palmerston North Hospital.
Court hears 111 call from man allegedly murdered in group mob hit
Upset whānau could be heard in court where 10 people are on trial for murder.
Ex-Steamer remembers Shield win while sons eye own glory
Aims Games bring Jeff Ierome back to the Bay with his twin sons.
Victim's mother - 'I’m just livid': Why a man is appealing his murder sentence 22 years later
He murdered a young pregnant stranger by stabbing her 15 times.
'I am not a criminal:' Couple accused of migrant rort want compensation after winning appeal
The court process destroyed their marriage and reputation - they want compensation.
Woolworths strike: Bay of Plenty and Rotorua staff served suspension notices
Claims more than 40 Woolworths staff in Bay were issued suspension notices.
Electric wheelchair fire leaves one person critically injured
The man was transported to Waikato Hospital in a critical condition by helicopter.
South Islanders brace for travel disruptions, power outages as heavy rain and snow looms
With lambing and calving season under way, farmers are being urged to prepare.
Enforcement and education: Officials' message in the wake of sobering fatal crash statistics
Transport report reveals 'large proportion' of fatal and serious crashes in 50km/h areas.
Council's decision not to open river bar was “surprising” - review
There was no operational plan for managing the river mouth.
Police seek footage of fatal SH5 crash
One person died at the scene and three people were seriously injured.
Teen refugee returns to ref at Aims Games
Samana and her family fled Afghanistan and arrived in New Zealand in 2021.
The Country: Shane Jones on mill closures and energy prices
Shane Jones, Duncan Humm, Jamie Molloy, Chris Russell.
Napier high school out of lockdown after nearby fight
A Napier school was placed in lockdown following reports of a fight among youths nearby.
All Blacks barefoot kicking legend still celebrated with annual tournament
Hundreds of golden oldies are expected at the annual tournament.
School's only male teacher is a winner with students
Trevor Harvey explains what it's like to be the only male teacher at his school.
Politician of the Year: Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke of Te Pāti Māori wins major international award
Maipi-Clarke travelling to Canada to accept the award.
After Māori King's death, waka crew pay tribute
'It was everything. It was magical. And fitting for a king.'
Marty Verry: More forestry mills will close
OPINION: Three things need to change or we'll lose more timber mills.
They ran for election. Now they're running a triathlon.
Mayors and MPs of Hawke's Bay will compete and raise funds for Heretaunga Women's Centre.
Cancer patient spends $36k on treatment: Without it, 'I’d be dead by Christmas'
He was told this year he could not be treated further in the public system.
Continuing the 'legacy': Students taking on 40-hour physical activity challenge
The challenge is about raising awareness for mental health and removing the stigma.