Rain warning lifted, high winds still a threat
An orange strong wind warning remained in place
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'There are plenty of deer': Taupō specialist says animal numbers have built up
"Bigger than Christmas", deer hunters head into the Kaimanawa Ranges for an Easter hunt.
'Exceeded all expectations': Travel agents bounce back as restrictions ease
Kiwis are inquiring about travel in big numbers as border restrictions are reduced.
Families recovering from flood brace for Fili's fury
'Now when it rains, I don't sleep at all,' says one storm-battered homeowner.
Fili hurtling towards NZ - communities brace for wild weather
Fili is now bringing rain to Northland before damaging falls hit further down East Coast.
Councillor believes commission's wards decision is 'plainly ridiculous'
But others have welcomed the ruling on the district's governance model.
Patched Black Power members get green light for security work
Police and an employer objected, but the licensing authority said yes.
Volcanic unrest elevated at Mt Ruapehu as scientists monitor tremors
Mt Ruapehu has been subject to elevated tremors for weeks, but eruption not expected.
16 deaths, 11,063 new Covid cases; teen's 'very sad' death after jab
Total of 622 people in hospital with the virus, including 23 in intensive care.
Second year building apprentice wins regional challenge
Staying focused for 8-hour competition where "one wrong cut can muck you up".
Red alert issued as ex-cyclone Fili tracks towards East Coast
Tropical Cyclone Fili is tracking further east of New Zealand, the latest models show.
Premium Debate: Young man's plight 'a shameful tragedy'
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say
Luke Kirkness: It's time to move to orange. Here's why.
OPINION: We're past Omicron's peak so it's time to give struggling businesses a break.
Te Matatini set to go ahead next year
Te Matatini has been postponed twice due to the ongoing effects of the Covid-19.
'Absolute tragedy': Social cost of road deaths nearly $5b a year
Grim road toll sparks call for tougher penalties for risky behaviours.
Cyclone sting: Heavy rain, wind warnings as Civil Defence urges people to prepare
Heavy rain and big winds are set to hit many North Island regions.
'Think about a plan B' as ex-tropical cyclone approaches - warning
Weather warnings and watches are in place for the Bay of Plenty today and tomorrow.
'All my muscles have withered away': Shock diagnosis for funding trust boss
Rotorua Trust's Tony Gill: 'I was like a hunched old man and couldn't hold my body up.'
NZ's Covid-related death toll now 500; 7592 new cases today
Today's deaths take the total number of publicly reported deaths with Covid to 500.
Rob Rattenbury: New Zealanders haven't had their freedom denied
OPINION: It seemed every unhappy soul in the country got together for a major whinge.
Mana Whakahono agreement heads towards fruition
The council will deliberate on the agreement at its meeting later this month.
Warning of coastal floods, severe 100km/h gales as ex-tropical cyclone Fili to hit NZ
WeatherWatch also warns of potential slips and road disruption this week.
Pair accused of burglary spree caught hiding in stream
Top cop says operation was a great example of proactive policing.
Elopements and compromise: Wedding industry pivots in pandemic
Bay of Plenty couples are racing against Covid to the altar.
'They're going to destroy it': New Zealand's fastest road in jeopardy
Landspeed New Zealand wants to protect a record-setting public-road surface in Reporoa.
'Nail in their coffin': Businesses owe millions and now face paying interest
Warning many businesses have forgotten the interest-free loan period is about to end.
Kiwi startup raises $37m, expands business with social media giant
Legal tech takes Manhattan.
Letters: Representation bill counterproductive, not forward-looking
Readers have their say.
Business digest: Long-time lawyers transition into new roles
Got business news? Email carmen.hall@nzme.co.nz or zoe.hunter@nzme.co.nz
One Covid-related death in Lakes DHB, latest case numbers revealed
There were 12 deaths nationwide announced today by the Ministry of Health.
Zizi Sparks: What no-one told me about planning a wedding in a pandemic
Opinion: No one told me a lot of things, but on the day none of it mattered.
Ominous path: Cyclone on direct track to hit NZ - severe gales, rain warning
Wild weather in the forecast from Tuesday.
Murupara woman's dream burned brightly for four years. This week she starts work as a constable
How a former Rotorua Girls' High student intends to make a difference in the police force.