Forestry Minister stands by decision to keep Hawke’s Bay out of land use inquiry
The two-month inquiry would take twice as long if Hawke's Bay was included, Nash says.
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Why NZ should brace for outbreaks of spillover infections from animals
How New Zealand can protect itself from tummy bugs and leptospirosis following cyclones.
Hospitalised by leptospirosis - a warning for cyclone clean-up workers
Road worker assumed it was the flu at first, but then symptoms worsened.
Feds estimates cyclone could cost farmers over $1b
"There are farmers and growers whose livelihoods ... have been stamped out overnight."
Comment: 'Bloody hell, what's next?'
Marcus Musson looks at the forestry industry post-Cyclone Gabrielle.
No power, no bridge, and a pool for a bath: Community’s innovation in a crisis
A rural Hawke's Bay community is finding ways to get by amid plenty of challenges.
Coromandel facing more roading woes: 'This was meant to be the comeback summer'
The main highway between Hikuai and Whangamatā was closed after a washout on Sunday.
Months of work ahead: Hastings reveals estimated re-opening times for its rural roads
Dartmoor Road is expected to open with a temporary bridge in four to five weeks.
Cyclone-affected farmers share their stories for fundraising effort
All funds raised from Te Pari's Givealittle page will go to Rural Support Trust.
Tears and sweat shed as homeowners and volunteers dig in for Gabrielle clean-up
The Cyclone Gabrielle clean-up in Hawke's Bay is a mammoth operation.
Watch: Markets with Madison - carpet wool factory wiped out, demand set to spike
Carpet demand is set to surge after the floods.
Weekend temp shock: Autumn's 'dramatic' cold snap, thunderstorms for cyclone-hit regions
The weekend's warm start will be shortlived with day-time highs going from 26C - 15C.
Survivor of 1938 Esk Valley flooding reflects on mirrored disasters
It's 1938 and Patricia Morton's sleeping under the stars in fleece wool, her home buried.
The Conversation: Devastating weather event was a catastrophe for communications
When Cyclone Gabrielle struck, power was badly compromised.
Watch: Transport Minister promises Bailey bridges for isolated areas
Wood will be providing an update on the installation of temporary bridges.
Voices Of The Pacific: After a cyclone comes the work - and faith
Fijian RSE worker Aporosa Bulinitarawereierenavula calls Hawke's Bay his second home.
Watch: Rural kids and their intrepid journey over a river to school
Mum Laura Marinus documented her kids' unusual trip to school.
Cyclone Gabrielle: The isolated Eskdale community at the end of the road
The lone bridge connecting half of Ellis Wallace Rd with the rest of the world is unsafe.
Forest waste ‘critical factor’ in rupture of city's water pipe
Slash and whole trees played a significant role in damaging Gisborne's main water supply.
Cut off: A 'forgotten' town, angry residents and a fight to survive
Former mayor hits out at official response, criticising lack of leadership.
Corporate co-operation and iwi hold keys to rebuilding devastated communities
OPINION: The key to supporting communities devastated by floods was collaboration.
Kiwifruit orchardists rally despite numerous setbacks
Big decisions coming for kiwifruit growers hit by natural and financial setbacks.
Cyclone Gabrielle rescue: ‘I have never loved dad so much’
Tractor used to rescue young grandchildren - community rally around each other.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Task force to tackle managed retreat, flood risk and insurance issues
Robertson said affected communities would be at the centre of decision making.
A crate for a mate: Man risks walk over debris-covered bridge to give friend cold one
In the midst of a disaster zone, a little gesture for a friend can mean a lot.
PM returns to Hawke's Bay, hears most crops uninsured
The Prime Minister is back in the Bay and heard first-hand from growers.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Ways rural farmers can access support
The farming industry in the Tararua District has been hit hard by Cyclone Gabrielle.
'Staggering amounts of rain': Where nearly 550mm fell in Hawke's Bay
"It helps us understand how heavy the rain was in a relatively short period of time."
Ruff competition: Bark Up to go ahead despite cyclone damage
Patangata Tavern pushing past Cyclone Gabrielle and going ahead with its Bark Up event.
Esk Valley winery converts restaurant into counselling centre for traumatised locals
"I prayed for my life that night and I’m haunted by the sound of water."
Disaster relief fund: How you can apply
The fund offers one-off hardship grants for flooding, prolonged power outages, landslips.
‘Woken in the early hours’: Police go door to door as Gisborne residents evacuated
Flash flooding reported in parts of north Auckland yesterday evening after isolated rain.
Simon Wilson: The folly of arguing against emissions reduction
OPINION: Sudden popularity of "only adapt" climate advocates threatens our entire future.
Labour - out of the Covid frying pan and into the Gabrielle fire
OPINION: Observations from the Milford Track.