New ZealandGisborne's cyclone bridge debris to be cleared in next two to three months'It’s great to see this programme of work progressing.'20 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhat lies beneath: Seismic survey work to help in Hikuwai bridge reconstruction'The team are working hard towards a construction start early next year.'18 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandCheers and tears as inspirational East Cape trek ends'My blisters are stinging, but my heart is singing': Sophie Land16 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Devastated not defeated': Unique cyclone-wine to be auctionedWine comes complete with the 'finest Hawke's Bay silt'.12 Sep 06:04 PM
New Zealand'Kiwis helping other Kiwis': Cyclone bravery award winners continue to help community'It still puts a lump in your throat thinking about it.'10 Sep 06:05 PM
New ZealandOrange juice shortage hitting nationwideStruggling to find your favourite chilled orange juice? You're not the only one.10 Sep 04:27 AM
New ZealandTenant fights for Kainga Ora to pay after home damaged in stormTenants of State homes damaged in floods say they should have been told the house was on a flood plain because of the potential risk.Watch10 Sep 02:24 AM
New Zealand'Major deficiencies': Almost half of Hawke's Bay highways get a two-star ratingA State Highway described as a 'goat track' is among the routes needing urgent funding.09 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle recovery to continue until 2030, report saysMore than 3400 Northland homes were damaged, with insurance claims of $38m.09 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandStrengthening works to begin on Hollywood Bailey bridge for Bushy Knoll residents'A cost-effective solution,' says council; works to extend bridge life to 50 years.09 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Very concerning': Large bird population drop in Hawke's Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle'These endangered birds are an essential part of our coastal and freshwater ecosystems.'04 Sep 11:28 PM
New Zealand$100m secured for Hawke’s Bay Expressway four-lane projectMP Katie Nimon said it was 'likely' additional Expressway bridges would be built.03 Sep 04:01 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLarge cyclone-damaged farm in Hawke's Bay to be converted to forestryThe Italian buyer of a cyclone-hit Rissington farm wants to convert it to forestry.02 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandWairoa's $70 million flood protection: New manager takes chargeFabish to oversee Wairoa's $70 million flood protection after cyclone's devastation.01 Sep 09:49 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBremworth carpet maker to reinstate part of cyclone-hit Napier plant'We are at the moment hand-picking parts of the factory to reinstate.'30 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandNew deck needed for temporary Waikare bridgeTwo nights of closure will be needed for the work.30 Aug 02:21 AM
New Zealand'No justification': Thieves make off with dozens of temporary speed limit signsAt least 30 temporary speed signs have been taken from highway roadworks in Hawke's Bay.26 Aug 10:47 PM
New ZealandConstruction company hammered rail bridge rebuild piles 34m deepCyclone Gabrielle washed away the old 10m deep bridge piles, so they put in 34m deep ones.23 Aug 04:00 PM
New ZealandSenior manager for Wairoa flood mitigation appointedThe project manager will work with the district council, trust and Crown manager.23 Aug 12:22 AM
OpinionOpinion: Some NZ homes are becoming uninsurable due to natural disastersOPINION: There’s no general requirement in NZ that insurers cover anyone’s home.21 Aug 03:00 AM
New ZealandGovernment offers an extra $4.55m for cyclone recovery in Hawke's BayMoney will provide expertise to speed up Wairoa, Pakowhai and Pōrangahau flood protection.20 Aug 10:34 PM
New ZealandInnovative digital platform funds native planting and pest control on East CoastThe East Coast Exchange has hit a funding milestone for nature work.15 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice's Cyclone Gabrielle response cost $60m - reportThe report found some systems worked well, but identified many gaps.14 Aug 11:34 PM
New ZealandGovernment brings in Crown manager Lawrence Yule to stop Wairoa flooding eventsBrown said the appointment would give the community “more confidence”.10 Aug 11:08 PM
New Zealand'I didn’t think about being scared': Air force medic recognised for rescuing more than 70 people during floodsDangling from a helicopter above flood waters gains NZ Defence Force recognition.09 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand'It’s going to make a comeback': Farming couple's wool optimismAfter Cyclone Gabrielle, the Akers look to the future for their family and wool sector.08 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We were absolutely forgotten about': Village's concern over stopbanks planVillage worried it will be forgotten about while waiting for council decisions.07 Aug 11:56 PM
New ZealandCyclone-flooded sections hit the market in Hawke's Bay - but can you put a tiny house on them?Work is under way to clarify what you can and can't do on Cat 3 land.06 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLandlord ordered to pay Hawke's Bay cyclone victim $7000 over flood-hit rental disputeThe woman was offered a home, then told to leave after noticing issues on her first day.05 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandFrom crisis to support: Water tank gifted to WhatututuCyclone Gabrielle: Water tanks gifted to Te Karaka and Whatututu.05 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay’s Civil Defence group controller resignsAn independent review found civil defence failed in its response to Cyclone Gabrielle.29 Jul 12:41 AM
New ZealandNational disaster co-ordination system still on iceHawke's Bay residents who felt abandoned in the face of destruction ask what has changed.28 Jul 11:19 PM
New ZealandMajor repairs given green light on troubled Napier-Taihape RdEleven major slips are set to be fully repaired along Napier-Taihape Rd.27 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow to prevent another Cyclone Gabrielle: Bay rivers should be widened, review finds100,000 people are at risk of being evacuated if another extreme rain event is forecast.23 Jul 11:30 PM
