PoliticsAccess issues and mental health toll persisting for cyclone-hit farmersFarmers are dealing with kilometres of broken fencing which will be expensive to fix.30 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'They looked after me': Willie Apiata gives back to the cyclone-impacted East CoastThe Victoria Cross recipient has raised $200,000 for cyclone-impacted families.29 Apr 08:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoe BennettJoe Bennett: Far North road trip wasn't without challengesWe were into Northland proper and the Auckland money ran out.28 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandNo guarantee of healthy power consumers' cheque in 2023It's the Bay's favourite early Xmas gift, but Gabrielle might impact electricity dividend.28 Apr 01:30 AM
New ZealandRates rise adds to post-cyclone pain for Napier residents, businessesNapier groups are concerned by the prospect of a nearly 12 per cent rates hike.27 Apr 10:57 PM
KahuChief Ombudsman talks to cyclone-hit communitiesPeter Boshier's tour continues in Tāmaki Makaurau next week.27 Apr 07:11 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle tax ruled out, student rent surge & talk show legend dies | Focus Morning Bulletin: 28 April, 2023 Cyclone recovery levy ruled out, the wait for answers over State Highway 25A drags on and TV host Jerry Springer dies aged 79 in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald Watch27 Apr 05:45 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke’s Bay farmers, growers call for more help as Govt rules out cyclone recovery taxPM Chris Hipkins rules out special tax to help cover ballooning cyclone recovery costs.27 Apr 05:02 AM
Politics‘We’ll be fighting it’: Red-stickered residents dig in as cyclone decisions delayedSome cyclone-impacted residents have no intention to leave their land.26 Apr 05:00 PM
PoliticsCouple upping mortgage after cyclone-damaged property ineligible for Govt fundThe pair fear other lifestyle block owners will be in a similar predicament.26 Apr 03:44 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWaipatiki Holiday Park nears re-opening dateMonths of back-breaking work will hopefully pay off for Shane and Fay Ashforth.26 Apr 02:14 AM
New ZealandMohaka dog trial relief in cyclone crisisMore than 100 dogs went through their runs at the Mohaka sheep dog trials.25 Apr 11:22 PM
New ZealandCyclone relief exhibition to support artistic communityA minimum of 10 per cent of proceeds will be donated to the Waiohiki Arts Community Trust.25 Apr 10:00 PM
New ZealandEpic horse trek and motorbike ride helps open up Wairoa communitiesTwo local contractors living near the Wairoa District's lakes undertook an epic journey.25 Apr 05:02 AM
New ZealandFlood-impacted Rissington holds Anzac service amid silt and debrisThe community has 'had it pretty rough' but knows the importance of remembering Anzac Day.25 Apr 03:17 AM
New ZealandEducator dedicated to helping children dream bigI believe that every child has the potential to succeed24 Apr 06:39 AM
New ZealandŌtautahi Christchurch: The water city?How well-prepared is Christchurch for floods?23 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHorizons starting flood resilience projectsThe work in Whanganui is expected to get under way in mid-May.23 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow to rebuild Hawke's Bay after Cyclone GabrielleOPINION: There is no such thing as a 'stable' area on the East Coast, writes Cam Wylie.23 Apr 03:08 AM
KahuCyclone Gabrielle: Relocating Te Karaka needs 50 per cent support of the community - Willie Te AhoMarae to be moved to higher ground but still on Rangatira land title.23 Apr 02:31 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Eight million tonnes of sediment still coats Esk ValleyScientists are flying in to understand how the region can better prepare for the future.22 Apr 08:11 PM
PoliticsWill you live in your cyclone-hit home again? Minister details three categories to decide futureConsultation with cyclone-hit communities should take place from May.21 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionEnvironment Minister allows Auckland Council reprieve on Government intensification push after floods, cyclone'Extension to enable staff to investigate flooding impacts and its implications': Parker21 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandBurglaries, suspicious behaviour doubled in HB in week after cyclone: policeCrime spiked for a week after Cyclone Gabrielle hit Hawke’s Bay and Gisborne.21 Apr 05:18 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKiwi ingenuity - pieces of washed-away bridge recycled for new footbridgeIt was going to cost more than $150,000. Then contractors came up with a simple solution.21 Apr 03:39 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRotorua's Cyclone Gabrielle repair bill set to riseCombined estimates from councils bring the cost of Cyclone Gabrielle to over $16m.21 Apr 02:13 AM
New ZealandFlood-stricken brewery in Eskdale releases special beerThe new beer, Back on the Horse, will raise funds for first responders.21 Apr 01:10 AM
New ZealandWestern Bay estimates summer storm damages to cost between $15 to $20mTauranga City Council estimates the cyclone's damages to cost close to $400k.21 Apr 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFlood fallout: Council plots new build rules for storm-lashed areasPeople want a home they don't have to flee when dark clouds gather, says Lyall Carter.20 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandForeign buyers and cyclone recovery hot topics during Luxon’s Tukituki visitChristopher Luxon came to Tukituki fresh with a raft of farming policy announcements.20 Apr 06:23 AM
New ZealandMajor changes underway for Hawke’s Bay Civil Defence when Gabrielle hitA new review has been announced, but one from 18 months ago had already found problems.19 Apr 10:26 PM
New Zealand'Supporting them as much as we can': Mount RSA donates $18k to cyclone reliefEarlier this month, Red Cross granted $1 million to the Hawke's Bay Disaster Relief Trust.19 Apr 06:11 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay growers need rule change to burn flood debrisRegional council faces difficult decision about debris.18 Apr 04:35 AM
New ZealandWork to begin on temporary access to Marainanga GorgeContractors are working on repairs to the road through Marainanga Gorge.18 Apr 03:09 AM
