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Six months to the day, Gabrielle struck: Honours, heroes and awards
The Napier Civic Awards are this year specifically for volunteers in rescue and recovery.
Kiwi sets sights on Olympics after stunning silver ride
Sam Gaze made history while adding to the gold medal he picked up earlier in the event.
'Clever and courageous': Sir Paul Adams receives top business honour
"Paul is a very clever and courageous businessman."
Kaiako Hāmihi Duncan wins second place in Te Tauihu Short Story Awards
Hānahi Duncan's short story fulfills his goal to write and publish something creative.
NZ dance crews ‘among the best’ at world hip-hop champs
Teams from Aotearoa have won five medals in six divisions in the United States.
'Just give me three years': Victor J Sefo's promise to his parents
Victor J Sefo's unofficial Samoan anthem '685' wins big.
Napier’s Central Fire Station Bistro named best regional restaurant in NZ
Pacifica, in Napier, was again awarded three hats and Teresa's Cocktail Bar also won big.
Kāpiti builders win big at Wellington House of the Year competition
David Reid Homes Kāpiti won numerous awards at a recent competition.
Wave of awards for Northland lifeguards
Awards of Excellence highlight a future of female empowerment.
Rotorua’s Craig Geater awarded rare honour at Tour de France
Geater is currently head mechanic for Team Jayco Alula.
Northland Environmental Awards see Far North shine
Far North people and projects win big at Northland Environmental Awards.
Stratford's finest: Citizen Award recipients announced
The six recipients have all made a substantial positive difference to their community.
Wilde's double success in Hamburg a 'great birthday present' for proud mum
"Hayden was clearly in the hurt box when he crossed the finish line."
Wilde blitzes the field for sprint distance championship title in Hamburg
The Olympic bronze medallist is the newly crowned Super Sprint World Triathlon champ.
They bought a dilapidated building and created one of NZ’s rising B&Bs
'It’s the best decision we have made. We have absolutely no regrets.'
Dressage steward Jos Gresham earns top prize
Horse lover and Bulls resident Jos Gresham named Dressage Official of the Year.
Tāmata Hauhā reigns supreme at Māori Business Awards
“It’s not profit that drives the awards."
'Tour de force' in heritage restoration wins Property Council award
Sensitive refurbishment and amalgamation of the buildings takes prize.
Hospitality awards 2023 finalists announced
There are 20 categories from which the overall supreme winner will be chosen.
Northland news in brief: Critical crash, biosecurity risk and hospo finalists
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounding regions.
District councillor takes out songwriting competition
“Adulting gets in the way, but every time I perform I really love it."
Northland news in brief: Brewery win; brigade kept busy and art tackles plastic pollution
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.
Sheep and beef farmer clinches top beer award with perfect pilsner
A farmer forced to rethink his business has brewed up the best beer in NZ.
'You get to make a difference': Police leader nabs award for search and rescue efforts
Detective Senior Sergeant John Wilson has given decades of his life to help SAR.
'Little passion bug': Distillery wins big after only six weeks in existence
'Winning any award is amazing, but double gold is truly phenomenal.'
Prestigious prize for historian Danny Keenan
Whanganui-based academic Danny Keenan is latest Michael King Fellowship recipient.
Hōhepa Hawkes Bay scoops more awards for its cheese
Hōhepa Hawkes Bay knows a thing or two about making mouth-watering cheese.
Awards celebrate the best of region's hospitality
Awards night an outstanding success for Russell with the town claiming 8 out of 15 titles.
Witi Ihimaera: Going back to school at 79
Witi Ihimaera talks with award-winning author Shilo Kino about going back to school.
Meghan Markle wins 'prestigious' award
The former actress has been named a digital media national winner of a Gracie award.
Cyclone rescues see Hawke’s Bay surf lifeguards honoured
Hawke's Bay surf lifeguards have been recognised for their cyclone response.
Northland Sports Awards winners - another big win for Black Fern Krystal Murray
Black Fern Krystal Murray wins supreme award at Northland Sports Awards.
Local Focus: Miss NZ finalist goes from gumboots to high heels
Tolaga Bay local has had quite a journey to the Miss New Zealand pageant.