PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRural parents hit out after Hastings school bus axed because Flaxmere College is closer'He’s finally thriving – he really has found a nice place and feels at home.'01 Dec 05:06 PM
New ZealandFive years of turning up: Teen’s commitment to helping the communityFinley English has learned that you never really know what someone’s going through.28 Nov 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandVolunteers treat 500 patients on three-week Tanzania mission: ‘We have no idea how lucky we are’ Dr Peter Culham joined a Hawke’s Bay team treating 500 patients in Tanzania.27 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay Christmas Cheer appeal: Which items are of 'particular need' this yearDonations will be accepted until December 23 across Napier and Hastings.26 Nov 11:27 PM
New ZealandSikh temple project gets consent extension after delaysDelays were linked to Covid and Cyclone Gabrielle.24 Nov 12:39 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAirfare fraud claims: Warnings of predators targeting elderly, ethnic minoritiesMigrant and ethnic communities often singled out' by holiday package fraudsters.21 Nov 01:07 AM
New ZealandPublic farewell planned for Far North businessman Monty KnightKnight, 80, will be publicly remembered in Kaitāia on Wednesday after his alleged murder.20 Nov 11:30 PM
New ZealandTen Hawke's Bay locals named 2026 Tower Local HeroesThe medallists are now in the running for the Local Hero of the Year Award.19 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDenis O'Reilly: Time to fight the good fight after Wairoa boxing night cancelledOPINION: The police's apprehension is based on reality, and that reality needs to stop.18 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandMountain biking 'horror stories' inspire teen inventor's winning prototypeMountain biking was the leading cause of sports-related spinal injuries last year.11 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandLarge unexpected turnout for city's first adaptive triathlonThe event was designed for children with physical and intellectual disabilities. 10 Nov 01:00 AM
New ZealandFrom ashes to action: Mitai Māori Village vows show will go on after fireAbout 50 firefighters battled for hours to stop the blaze spreading through the site.05 Nov 04:15 AM
New Zealand'Aroha and resilience': Historic church reopens almost three years after Cyclone Gabrielle floods'This church is more than timber and glass – it's the wairua of Ōmāhu standing again.'04 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Worst-kept secret': Two new mall tenants revealed as supermarket opensTogether the three stores are expected to create 200 jobs.04 Nov 05:03 AM
New ZealandHow a Hastings rest room and chats over tea became a lifeline for thousands of womenManager Deidré Venter says funding remains the biggest challenge ahead.02 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandChanging of the guard: 22 locals vying to manage $170m community fundVoting open to elect six new Rotorua Trust trustees, as long-time chairman steps down.29 Oct 08:26 PM
New ZealandBrown water woes linger after Huntly pipe flushMore than 34km of Huntly water pipes were flushed over three weeks.24 Oct 06:00 PM
New ZealandThree staff across Eastland Group and Trust Tairāwhiti paid more than $1.35m in 2025The largest figure would place that person ninth on the list of highest-earning NZ CEOs.17 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandTom Holland is on a hero’s mission – no webs requiredFormer pro mountain biker’s 'deeply personal' challenge for prostate cancer awareness.14 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandStarbucks, Burger King get go-ahead for tiny Waikato town – but there's a catchThe approval comes despite overwhelming opposition from submitters.13 Oct 02:09 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCushla Loomb: What NZ can learn from Pacific climate resilienceOPINION: Fiji’s protected mangroves show how nature can defend coastlines and livelihoods.11 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandZipping along: Tourism firm named Rotorua's top businessThe supreme winner's focus has been described as 'unwavering'.11 Oct 10:01 PM
New ZealandFrom bush to table: Deer hunters recognised for feeding communitiesHunt for Good has turned 1200 wild deer into 58,000 family meals. 09 Oct 08:16 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Hastings couple changing community with free fitness classes'Give me 100 people each session, I want to be challenged,' says Nane Araia.09 Oct 12:21 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand$100,000 citizens’ assembly declines to recommend site for new Napier poolThe decision now goes back to councillors without a recommended location.06 Oct 01:46 AM
New ZealandDecision looming on Tīrau Starbucks and Burger King planThe council received 148 public submissions, with most opposing the plan.02 Oct 04:59 AM
New ZealandThe Kiwi communities left stranded in the news desertNZ Herald editor-at-large Shayne Currie joins The Front Page to discuss what the rise of news deserts could mean for New Zealand.Watch21 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Heart of gold': Rotorua teen's act of kindness goes viralThe community is now rallying to support his US exchange dream. 19 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandCommunity garden grows kai and connection“Gardens grow vegetables, orchards grow fruit, but community gardens grow people.”19 Sep 05:00 PM
KahuKarakia and waiata to continue after reo Māori week successUp to 120 people joined daily 8.30am sessions during Te Wiki o te Reo Māori.19 Sep 03:23 AM
PremiumPremiumSportFive ways to make your children better at sportHow parents and coaches can help children thrive on the pitch. 18 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandHoops not hoopla: How a small park for homeless people eased a CBD's tensionThe new pocket park has tables, shade and a basketball hoop for whānau.16 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandRegion's tourism operators make strong showing in national awardsFour businesses operating around Rotorua and Taupō are finalists in NZ Tourism Awards.14 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAuckland'Over-inflated with unattractive fillers': Auckland housing plan akin to 'bad plastic surgery'Debate is heating up over a plan to enable up to two million Auckland homes.09 Sep 11:00 PM
