Tarawera crash: Hopes of NZ dream die with dad of five
Father of five Tino Tagiilima died when the van he was in crashed with a truck on SH5.
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Motorcyclist airlifted to hospital after crash closes SH2 north of Napier
A crash has occurred on SH2
Summer in spring: The heat is on for parts of New Zealand
Temperatures will be up to 12C above average in places - but don't get too comfortable.
The tale of Ian Swney: Spray-can-wielding wage subsidy avenger
How a bike ride turned into a one-man rampage against perceived corporate privilege.
Much-lauded restart of Napier-Wairoa rail line ran for only a week
$6.2 million rail investment stopped in its tracks.
Lost goat found under Napier compost bin now housed at pound
A lost goat was found at a private Carlyle St property, in Napier, on Wednesday afternoon.
Teenage driver fighting for his life after workmate dies in SH5 crash
The driver of a van involved in a deadly crash on SH5 is still fighting for his life.
Maritime Union wants foreign ship crew tested before docking in New Zealand
There are renewed calls for crew of foreign vessels to be tested for Covid-19.
Port worker has new virus strain; likely infected on ship heading for Brisbane
The port worker is the first Covid-19 community case in NZ since September 24.
Losing the Ranfurly Shield most hurtful for Northland
Northland put shield loss behind and focus on Otago.
Election 2020: Our diverse 40 new MPs
Who are they? They include our first African, Latin American and Sri Lankan MPs.
Vessel with close contacts of new Covid-19 case anchored off Napier
The Ken Rei logging ship is anchored off Napier.
High-profile Nat MPs Brownlee, Smith, Bishop set to lose seats
Up to 20 seats could change hands tonight, most - but not all - to Labour.
Election Day weather divide: Mostly fine in North Island, rain in the South
Voters can expect mostly fine weather in North Island; umbrellas, coats needed in South.
'You let Zach down': Defence Force fined $288,000 over diver's death
"No words can describe the grief, pain and suffering I feel," fiancee says.
Ranfurly Shield challenge hits fever pitch
Northland have an opportunity to win the Ranfurly Shield after 42 years.
Motorcycle crash victim dedicated life to help others
David Rains fought hard for his own future, then lifted others up around him.
'Idiotic behaviour': Penguin-grabbing selfie attempts may earn $100k fine
DoC is asking the public to report any such incidents so it can follow them up.
Napier residents told not to drink dirty tap water as shortages bite
Napier's water demand has already skyrocketed to summertime amounts.
Communities split over free school lunches
Full list: Which schools will get free school lunches?
Free school lunches: North Island (except Wellington)
Full list: North Island schools getting free school lunches (except Wellington).
Where to eat, drink and sleep in Napier
Try the classics and discover some hidden gems in the art deco capital of the world.
It's been a long journey to stage West Side Story
The students started rehearsing in February before it paused in March.
Re-elected trustees dominate consumers power vote in low poll
Low poll means trust might have to look at when the election held, says chairperson.
The return of spring: Temperatures could soar to 12C above average tomorrow
Time to put on the summer sheets - overnight temperatures could be much warmer than usual.
Ex-cop's seen the worst of cannabis. He won't be backing legalising it
Those who've seen how cannabis impacts young people won't back the bill, says ex-cop.
He was one of NZ's top Dry July fundraisers. Now he pleads guilty to drink driving
Top fundraiser crashes after booze-free July.
Vandals smash glass at Napier viewing platform. Is steel the solution?
Glass panels at the end of Napier's viewing platform were once again smashed by vandals.
Teen who stole two police cars in a night jailed
Despite handcuffs, he contorted his body into a position from which he could drive.
Local Focus: Workers versus employers - Napier candidates give their verdict
Napier candidates on employers versus workers. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Ikaroa-Rāwhiti candidates address economic credibility
Ikaroa-Rāwhiti candidates discuss party credibility. Made with funding from NZ On Air
Black Clash back - and under lights
Sir Richie, Jordie... the popular summery fixture is back - but who's landed the big game?
Local Focus: Napier's biggest issue
Napier candidates have issues to share. Made with funding from NZ On Air.