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Fresh details of his misconduct have been laid bare in a newly released tribunal decision.
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Councils consider changes to water management in Hamilton and Waikato District
A new organisation could help the councils tackle growth, maintenance, and rising costs.
Meeting digest: New dog rules set, Te Arawa-council committee in the works
The council debated for more than five hours in the public portion of the meeting.
‘A shock’: PM on potential freezing works demise costing hundreds of jobs
The Prime Minister on latest blow for small-town New Zealand.
Windy weather no worry for school runners
The weather didn’t stop a slew of committed schoolkids.
Matt Heath commemorates time at Radio Hauraki with tattoo
The radio host got the classic logo inked on his arm as a tribute to his 11 years on the Matt & Jerry Show.
Homicide investigation launched after prisoner dies inside cell at Mt Eden
The inmate was found dead inside his cell just before 10am today.
Wairoa hopeful Barry Cup defence will go ahead on Sunday
Four challenges were accepted this year, but none so far have gone ahead.
American artist explains his New Zealand exhibition Memento Moa
American artist, cartoonist and animator Gary Baseman explains his New Zealand exhibition Memento Moa, now showing at the Taupō Museum and Art Gallery. Video / Dan Hutchinson
Watch: Police Minister Mark Mitchell's emotional speech at Police Remembrance Day
The Police Minister teared up remembering Constables Murray Stretch and Matthew Hunt
Grey council asks ministry to investigate dump above water supply
Grey district mayor: 'Who builds a dump above a water supply these days?'
Afternoon quiz: In TV series Succession, who is the eldest Roy sibling?
Test your knowledge with the Herald's afternoon quiz.
Fine start to daylight saving and school holidays
MetService forecasts a warm start to the school holidays in Hawke’s Bay with clear skies.
Luxon speaks to the media from Palmerston North
PM Christopher Luxon speaks to the media from Palmerston North
China’s spy agency accuses NZ of ‘harassment’, ‘intimidation’ of Chinese citizens
SIS confirms it has engaged with individuals connected with certain front organisations.
Raft of further work planned on SH2 south
NZTA plans a stack of improvement works along SH2 between Wairoa and Napier.
Explainer: What happens on a teacher-only day?
The Government is banning term-time days for teacher development - but what are they for?
Paul Henry explains why he's selling his 'fabulously expensive' Remuera mansion
The broadcaster says the home isn't for everybody: 'You're going to have to be rich.'
Record $300k fine for dairy effluent a ‘wake-up call’
Farming company, company director and farm manager convicted and fined $305,900.
Police Minister Mark Mitchell teary as he remembers fallen officers
Police Minister Mark Mitchell teary as he remembers fallen officers.
Smithfield meat processing plant in Timaru shutdown
Alliance Group has proposed closing its Smithfield meat processing plant in Timaru, in South Canterbury.
Paul Henry puts Remuera masterpiece up for sale
NZ celebrity Paul Henry announces his half acre Remuera proprty is going up for sale, and you'll have to be rich. Video / PH
The Country: Alliance chair Mark Wynne on Smithfield plant
Ben Tomsett, Jason Herrick, D Humm, C Hickman, Hika Elliot, Chris Brandolino, Mark Wynne.
Māori Language Commission says funding cuts raise questions about Govt's commitment to te reo
'If we are going to revitalise te reo Māori we need the infrastructure to do it.'
Māori sportspeople, administrators to be honoured at awards night
Sporting achievements will be recognised at annual Māori Sports Awards.
London memorial unveiled for NZ-raised cop Matt Ratana
The unveiling coincided with the fourth anniversary of the police veteran's death.
The Wiggles talk to Ben Boyce ahead of their Wiggles Groove Tour in New Zealand
Lucia Field, John Pearce and Simon Pryce to The Hits host Ben Boyce about fame and family, whether the All Blacks will beat the Wallabies this weekend. Video / NZ Herald
Missing records hinder investigation into treatment of patient at aged care facility
Ultimate Care was scrutinised after lost records affected a patient's care review.
Rose Carlyle on her new book 'No One Will Know'
Rose Carlyle discusses her new book, 'No One Will Know' and her success as an author. Video / NZ Herald
Police focused on 'lead-up' to baby's death
Police are investigating with the family's full co-operation.
Road spikes deployed in driver's bid to escape
Arrest follows an alleged failing-to-stop episode.
Dinosaurs Unleashed: Free exhibition roars into Hastings libraries
There is plenty to entertain the kids these school holidays in Hawke's Bay.
Peters skewers Russia in UN speech, blames both Hamas, Israel for ‘misery’
Speaking about the 'abuse' of the veto power, Peters made explicit reference to Russia.
Woman gets home detention for killing partner after years of mutual violence
The victim's daughter told Donna Henry she forgave her because her dad would want her to.