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'Fantastic legacy': PM says Māori King Tūheitia was respected, appreciated by all
The Māori monarch had been in hospital recovering from heart surgery.
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Funeral for Auckland grandfather gunned down in courier van to take place today
Police are yet to arrest anyone in connection with the fatal shooting.
'A symbol of hope': Waikato memory meadows in full bloom on Daffodil Day
Two Waikato parks have transformed into a sea of yellow daffodils.
Convicted rapist extradited from Australia
Lee Josey has appeared in the Rotorua District Court.
Driver licence wait times: One woman's community testing solution
'We have been able to test our own students, which has reduced failure rates massively.'
Hundreds likely to be sleeping in cars after leaving emergency housing
About 200 whānau who are unaccounted for are probably sleeping in cars, garages.
Canterbury wildfire spreading at pine forest
Five helicopters have been working to control the blaze.
Feral animals are costing farmers a fortune - survey
Feral goats, pigs, deer and other wild animals are costing farmers at least $13m a year.
Opinion: Gene technologies - time for a change
Sponsored content: The history of agriculture is a story of innovation and revolution.
Light up the night: Hawke’s Bay Arts Festival staple set to return despite festival cancellation
A much-loved remnant of this year’s cancelled Hawke’s Bay Arts Festival will be back.
Polkinghorne case: A summary of the Crown's case against murder accused
A summary of the case the Crown has presented in the murder trial of Philip Polkinghorne Video / Carson Bluck
Focus: Phillip Polkinghorne arrives at court with family
Phillip Polkinghorne today arrived with his sons, Ben and Taine Polkinghorne, as well as his sister Ruth as the Defence opens its case. Video / Carson Bluck
Community rallies to support kaumātua's cancer treatment
Givealittle page raises more than $25,000 for Karl Farrell's medicine.
Police to reduce involvement in mental health crises, new threshold for response
'Police are not trained mental health experts', 'it's health's role'.
Kāpiti honours local heroes at community awards
The awards celebrate the local legends who serve the community.
33,000 lightning strikes in 24 hours; more thunderstorms to target north, west
Snow is falling in the south while heavy rain and gales are set to lash much of NZ.
TVNZ posts $85 million after-tax loss
NZ Herald's Shayne Currie and Susie Nordqvist discuss TVNZ posting an after-tax loss of $85 million. Video / NZ Herald
Hawaiian-Tongan singer Josh Tatofi a big hit at Pacific Music Awards
Island drums, song and dance herald 20th anniversary of Pacific Music Awards.
'Not as it seems': Police warn 'vigilantes' after kidnapping claim spreads online
An innocent man was accosted by a member of the public as rumours spread online.
Police swoop on homeless encampment in Napier, trespass 10 people
The former backpackers site on Marine Parade suffered an extensive fire in 2023.
Trauma support programme for school kids after Cyclone Gabrielle set to continue
Minister Matt Doocey says the funding will grow to $3.7 million a year by 2026-27.
Critically threatened bird gets regional council's support
The shy swamp bird has plenty of support for Bird of the Year 2024.
'Big community effort': Symbolic 640km rowing journey raises money for neonatal care
'It’s about making it more welcoming for everybody.'
Ministers flag health aid boost to the Pacific
Tonga's PM says the impact of climate change is worsening health outcomes for his people.
Treaty Principles Bill: Pākehā Treaty group calls out David Seymour’s ‘divisive’ politics
Te Tiriti Is Us defends Treaty of Waitangi against proposed prinicples bill.
'Leave them in the car': Hawke's Bay Council backtracks after gang patch furore
The council boss says allowing gang members to wear their patches 'wasn’t a good idea'.
Paraparaumu student’s design shines in fashion competition
Molly McGregor's design will be showcased at the Whitecliff College Graduate Showcase.
'Outstanding': Police Commissioner celebrates mass gang arrests
Every patched member of the Christchurch Comancheros chapter has been arrested.
Māori King dies and Auckland Uni stand-off | Focus Morning Bulletin August 30, 2024
In today's headlines, Kīingi Tūheitia passes away aged 69, Auckland University stand-off takes dramatic turn and volunteers gear up for Daffodil Day.
Markets with Madison: Air New Zealand
The airline’s annual net profit fell 65%. The CEO Greg Foran explains how the economy and engine issues are impacting its earnings. Video / Alyse Wright
'An added expense': 12 more buildings deemed earthquake-prone around Napier
“It’s just one of those things we have to do and we will do it as time and cash permits."
Parents thought 4yo had constipation - then she was diagnosed with leukaemia
'You never wish it on your worst enemy, to feel so helpless'
Seven Waikato athletes to shine at Paris 2024 Paralympics
NZ Paralympic Team competes in eight sports, with 25 athletes and 41 staff, aiming for per