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'We realised how lucky we were': Son's crash recovery inspires fundraising cycle ride

Wayne Kirk wants to raise funds for the trust that had helped his son recover.

Local Focus: Eastside expo a 'boutique' experience

The East Coast Farming Expo's fifth event. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Underweight puppies found by Hawke's Bay's Mohaka River

"We encourage people to call us if they're in this situation so this doesn't happen."

'I was one of the bad ones': Ex-con driving programme turns 800 lives around

"We only have to keep one person out of jail for a year and the Crown has its money back."

Hospital's fatal mistake costs gang member's life

He had critical injuries after being shot twice. But that wasn't what killed him.

'Could have been disastrous': Burning restaurant saved by plumber driving past

"The guard outside the bank next door must have thought I was going to rob the place."

Bridge over troubled tarmac delays commuters

"I couldn't understand why a load this size was being transported along SH5."

Miracle steps: Mum's joy at sick three-year-old's 'glimmer of hope'

"It makes you believe that anything is possible if you just fight for it."

'Game changer': Thousands of dung beetles set to be released in Mahia Peninsula

Thousands of dung beetles are set to be released into the Mahia Peninsula.

Local Focus: Soap box races return to Art Deco Festival weekend

The races were held at Napier's annual festival. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Police intervene as family of boy injured in Flaxmere receive threats

Police have spoken to a 'small number' of people for making threatening remarks.

Nostalgic beach wedding for sisters

The girls holidayed at Waipatiki. Now they've married there.

Local Focus: Soap box races return to Art Deco weekend

The races were held on Sunday morning of Napier's annual festival. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Incredible photo: Two walk away after plane crash

Just minor injuries after biplane crashes at Napier Airport this afternoon.

Night of chaos: 10 arrests as drunken youths brawl in Napier

More than 100 youths brawl as fights break out across city.

The Romans had terraced seating, why can't Mission?

Rowan Kyle loved Elton John, but has some suggestions for an even better experience.