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Cheatham drops 30 but Breakers fall short in NBL return
The Breakers had three players foul out of the game.
Pictures: Hawke’s Bay A&P Show organiser rapt with turnout for 160th anniversary
An estimated 30,000 people turned out for the show in Hastings this year.
Auckland Domain's ugly pop-up ponds: The outlook for sport, major events
"The Domain is definitely not looking as attractive as it usually does" - deputy mayor.
Find a new passion at Hawke’s Bay Readers and Writers Festival
There are 10 sessions, with topics ranging from weird critters to wonderful bookshops.
Graffiato back with fresh street art for 2023
New Zealand's longest-running street art festival returns to Taupō this long weekend.
Wāhine XV teams welcomed to Wellington with pōwhiri
The world's best women rugby players assemble in Wellington for tournament.
Search begins for delicious creations
After the success of an Eltham-based pop-up, a similar pop-up will be at Womad next year.
'I’m one of the lucky ones', breast cancer survivor says ahead of Pink Walk
Rotorua walkers are preparing to walk in a colourful pink crowd tomorrow night.
Kip Chapman Q&A: His out-of-this-world show, curious career and poultry phobia
He is one of a host of artists performing in the Tauranga Arts Festival.
Forces combine for epic performance of Verdi’s Requiem
Napier Civic Choir’s numbers will be swelled by students from Hastings Boys’ High School.
‘Stunning views’: Private sites and sights open for Ōmakere School fundraising walk
A unique window into some iconic coastland.
Rugby league: Omahu Huia score 13 tries in league final walkover
Omahu Huia won their second Hawke's Bay premier rugby league title in three years.
Touchwood brings locally made homeware to market
The market has grown, and so has Adele and Pierce Devlin's business.
Thousands pack Napier CBD for massive illuminated street party
7000 people chose Napier's big street party over elections on the telly.
Fun, quirky and affordable items make the cut for Hummingbird Designs
Nicole always has a range of affordable and child-friendly items available.
Hawke’s Bay’s weekend in pictures: Parties, racing and rubber ducks on a river
There was plenty on besides just rugby and politics.
Popular fete offers early start for Christmas shopping
A wide range of regular and new stalls will be there this year.
A battle, an escape and an olive tree: The story behind a symbol of friendship
The symbol is a tree, planted 51 years ago, that a councillor says was ignored until now.
Hamilton's 'misfits' come out of the shadows for Festival of Weird
Hamiltonians urged to embrace their inner weirdness for a unique festival.
Kiwi Erika Fairweather breaks World Cup 400m freestyle record in Berlin
The 19-year-old’s time eclipsed the eight-year-old record by three seconds.
Parade for the Shield in Hawke’s Bay? Not until it’s fixed
A social media video shows the Shield broken into pieces.
Durie Hill School to celebrate 150 years of education
The school's new principal hoped the celebrations would bring pupils of all ages together.
Rugby: Milestone games for Lindsay Horrocks as Whanganui look to clinch home semi
"He’s just a competitor."
T20 Black Clash: Latest players named for iconic game in Mount Maunganui
Tickets go on sale and are expected to sell out again.
The National to return to New Zealand for two shows
The US band is finally coming back to Aotearoa's shores after six years.
Whangārei's lengthy and impressive maritime history to feature in new festival
The Whangārei Maritime Festival is set to showcase city's extensive marine history.
Review: Magical production takes to the stage for school holidays
Audience-interactive musical a hit.
Eight school holiday ideas to keep the kids busy this spring
Drawn a blank when it comes to school holiday ideas? We've got you covered!
Whangārei band Basement give concert money to charity after friend's brain injury
The young musicians felt it was a worthy cause.
Ko Au: Malosi a unique fusion of dance, music and spoken word
The concept of Ko Au: Malosi is to show joy, strength and hope through dance.
Qantas keeps the faith in Warriors making the NRL grand final - with an out clause for fans
The airline is temporarily knocking down the price of fares across the Tasman.
International and local acts announced for Bay Dreams 2024
US rapper NLE Choppa will headline both Bay Dreams North and South.
Wander Waiheke's breathtaking trails, then dine in style – the ultimate island treat
Waiheke's hospitality takes any challenge head-on.