Work site electric shock: Man remains critical, initial inquiries under way
The man came into contact with a high-voltage cable.
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A psychologist's opinion: The emotional aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle
OPINION: We must allow space and time for processing the events of the past few days.
Showers bring welcome relief to Hawke's Bay residents
A Taupō plumbing company is working hard to bring the gift of a hot shower to Hawke's Bay.
A cyclone brought devastation. Te Matatini can bring hope and healing to Aotearoa
Te Matatini goes ahead despite a cyclone, Kahumako Rameka reflects on her journey.
Letters: Why does Rotorua seem to have more graffiti and litter than other towns?
Our readers have their say.
'Someone's going to get hurt': 'Dangerous' motorcyclists terrorise suburb's streets
“I do not let my grandchildren out the gate. They cannot play beside the road."
'Help us': Calls for help spur donation drive despite Civil Defence plea
Those behind local donation efforts to cyclone victims say there's still demand.
Everything you need to know about Te Matatini
The passion of Māoridom is about to hit the stage.
Flood-struck residents reach civilisation
Cyclone victims headed straight for Taupō's Mitre 10 as soon as the road was passable.
Critical: Man installing sign suffers electric shock from underground cables
Injured man is a long-term employee at Directionz.
Live: 'A big step' - why Govt is ruling out military police in Hawke's Bay
There are now 11 confirmed dead almost a week after the cyclone.
Kāinga Ora sets new date for Pukehangi drop-in session over 60 new homes
A new time and date will be scheduled when the weather has settled down.
Kiwi businesses' generous donations to Red Cross/NZ Herald/NZME campaign
Donations follow huge community support for fundraiser.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Aerial angels descend on rural areas
One Taupō company is taking to the skies to provide much-needed aid to Hawke's Bay.
Te Arawa kapa haka groups get set to compete
Six Te Arawa teams are heading for Te Matatini in Auckland this week.
Stronger than Bola? New analysis shows how Cyclone Gabrielle compares
Gabrielle appears to have been a stronger cyclone system than even 1988’s disastrous Bola.
Kiwi confirmed as new LIV Golf member
Kiwi Danny Lee has joined the breakaway Saudi Arabia-backed golf league.
Zoe Hunter: When one region is hurting, others need to step up
There are already examples of help flowing from the Bay of Plenty to cyclone-hit regions.
Withdraw or pursue? Fate of Māori wards bill on council table - $146k spent so far
This week, Rotorua's council will decide to either scrap or keep pursuing the paused bill.
On MEUTE: The German techno band set to wow Womad
Audiences can expect a highly energetic live techno show, says band.
Explained: Our lousy 2023 summer - why we need to brace for more heavy rainfall on horizon
La Niña isn't done with NZ's drenched north, with another soaking possible in early March.
Home, sweet home for Kiwi triathlon 'queen'
Nicole van der Kaay is in hot form leading into her home leg of the Oceania Cup in Taupō.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Govt pledges $300m; 11 dead; 2200 unaccounted for; state of emergency extended
There are now 11 confirmed dead almost a week after the cyclone.
Neighbours celebrate a century each - plus change
Two residents at St Johns Wood in Taupō are celebrating very special birthdays.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Napier records second-wettest day ever
'Gabrielle is one of the worst storms to hit Aotearoa New Zealand in living history.'
$5m raised! Generous Kiwis contribute to Red Cross/NZ Herald/NZME campaign
Donation follows huge community support for fundraiser.
Recipe: Bucking the trend with a gluten-free rice substitute
Buckwheat has many uses, but is a popular gluten-free substitute for rice.
Film review: We Are Still Here - a story of power, strength and survival
A standout post-colonial anthology about power, strength and survival.
'Combined effort': Estimated $100k-plus worth of supplies flown to Hawke's Bay
The pilots would keep flying “for as long we have donations coming in”.
Roll along for tractor and machinery fun
Rotorua club hopes to draw a big crowd to its annual event on Sunday, February 26.
'We could save some lives': Breast cancer trial lends survivor chance to offer others hope
Kathy Satchell was diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in 2017.
Sir Howard Morrison Centre: Whānau Day a success after Friday night’s gala event cancelled
And the Rotorua mayor said she was "humbled" to see the centre "come back to life".
'It's a different beast': Southee counting on Basin to buoy Black Caps
The Black Caps were a distant second but Tim Southee denied there was a gulf to England.
$4m raised! ASB’s massive donation for Red Cross/NZ Herald/NZME campaign
Donation follows huge community support for fundraiser.