PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe feeling of being left alone - Hawke’s Bay’s disaster within a disasterTo restore confidence, it's time for the Civil Defence Joint Committee to step aside.07 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandFenz in Northland receive chainsaws to aid their workStihl Whangārei gives away 15 chainsaws to firefighters in Northland.07 Apr 05:00 PM
PoliticsRNZ to get $25.7m in new funding, new strategy unveiledRNZ will get $25.7m in new funding, half to run a new platform.05 Apr 09:54 PM
New ZealandDisgusted! Four defibrillators stolen in NapierAt least four life-saving defibrillators were stolen in Napier in three weeks.04 Apr 06:39 AM
PremiumPremiumAged care$1b developer can build 422-unit Riverhead retirement projectObjections from Crown, territorial agencies to big project mainly resolved by agreement.02 Apr 11:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Tourists 'key' to rebooting economy, council's multimillion-dollar weekly roading spendDocuments have revealed more of the cost of Cyclone Gabrielle and the recovery phase.29 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandNapier City Rovers' moving gesture to Cyclone Gabrielle victimsThe football team honoured victims with black armbands and on-field showings.28 Mar 10:41 PM
New ZealandIwi urges people to stay off roads as Cape Rēinga blaze still burnsMultiple fire crews have been called to the remote scrub fire at Cape Rēinga.28 Mar 08:36 PM
New ZealandCyclone Civil Defence response scales back, but the work continuesThe transitional phase doesn’t mean the emergency response has ended.28 Mar 12:21 AM
OpinionFlood damage: How and where we build needs to changeOPINION: It is clear the risk of damage from climate change has increased in recent years.27 Mar 10:14 PM
New ZealandOne person dead after workplace incident near WhanganuiEmergency services were called to the scene of the incident about 11.40am on Monday.27 Mar 03:07 AM
New ZealandHealthcare and aroha being choppered to rural communitiesSeeing the need through a cultural lens critical to mission’s success.26 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandColliding with cattle and landing in ditches: The state of Northlanders' drivingA motorhome rolling and a car colliding with cattle were among the reported incidents.26 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandArrests and drink-driving at Whangamatā Beach HopThe vast majority of participants were well-behaved and enjoyed a great weekend.26 Mar 04:05 AM
New ZealandMan in critical condition after Hastings motorbike crashTwo are in critical condition after separate crashes near Hastings on Friday and Saturday.26 Mar 12:15 AM
New ZealandNavy divers to help in search for missing man Joseph AhuririJoseph Ahuriri was last spotted near Napier on the same morning as Cyclone Gabrielle.23 Mar 03:54 AM
New ZealandOne person seriously injured in Dannevirke crashThe accident in Dannevirke occurred around 2pm on Thursday afternoon.23 Mar 02:23 AM
New ZealandPolice disappointed at number of tickets issued on re-opened Napier-Taupō RdThe highway has re-opened to the public with temporary speed reductions.23 Mar 01:03 AM
LifestyleWine and dine for a good cause: Chefs and winemakers team up for cyclone reliefAuckland's Andiamo, Wellington's Shed 5 and Queenstown's Jervois Steak House are involved.22 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandA review of the Esk Valley evacuation is likely. What will it find?"Evacuate", read the text to Chris Barber's phone. He was already huddled in the rafters.22 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland restaurant fire: Blaze extinguished, authorities to determine causeEmergency services rushed to the scene on Great South Rd just after 8pm.22 Mar 03:11 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionHow rich-lister gained consent to fell pōhutakawa at $34m clifftop mansionCouncil officer noted chasms and fissures around the cliff and an area close to the house.22 Mar 04:27 AM
New ZealandNorthland news in brief: Fatal crash; and police investigating firearm offencesNews snippets from across Northland and surrounds.21 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstruction$34m Herne Bay mansion: Pōhutukawa felled just before Cyclone Gabrielle struckSome bystanders mistakenly thought the trees fell from a landslip event.21 Mar 04:30 AM
New ZealandHenderson police shooting: Police appeal for public's help after rampagePolice are asking for the public to come forward with relevant information/media.18 Mar 01:37 AM
New ZealandThree taken to hospital after attack in Auckland city centreOne person was seriously hurt, while two others suffered moderate injuries.17 Mar 09:43 PM
New ZealandWatch: Armed police swarm West AucklandArmed police swarm west Auckland’s Henderson, cop car hit by gunfire. Video / SuppliedWatch16 Mar 10:25 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay Civil Defence boss was on leave for tramping trip when cyclone hitIan Macdonald was 'out of mobile coverage'.15 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandPerson in serious condition after Turakina crashThe Serious Crash Unit has been advised.15 Mar 03:24 AM
New ZealandThree injured in crash that closed East Auckland roadsThree people are in a moderate condition, initial reports suggest.14 Mar 07:40 AM
New ZealandLife in cut-off Tūtira: A month on, choppers are still a lifelineDaily life has taken on a new look after Cyclone Gabrielle in the cut-off community.14 Mar 04:30 AM
New ZealandChild critically injured following crash in ChristchurchThe pedestrian was struck by a car on Tuesday afternoon.14 Mar 03:09 AM
New ZealandTruck convoy makes historic trip from Taupō to NapierAbout 30 trucks and trailers lined up on the Rangitāiki Plains for the 7am start.14 Mar 01:53 AM
KahuDave Letele: I'm having trouble sleeping as I really wonder how these people can get onThe community champion flew to cyclone hot spots and doesn't like what's he's seeing.13 Mar 04:00 AM
