'Scary s***’: Dozens battling large vegetation fire near former health camp
Dozens of firefighters have been sent, along with a helicopter.
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La Crique looking to add to elite-level haul
Simon and Katrina Alexander are hopeful the best of La Crique’s season is yet to come.
Body believed to be of missing man Duncan Hill found
Duncan Hill's family have been contacted, but formal identification has not yet been done.
Ōtaki woman honoured for services to community-led development, governance and education
Mary-Jane Rivers says founding Inspiring Communities has been the highlight of her career.
'No clues' two months after kayaker's mysterious disappearance
Michaela Leger was last seen paddling out to sea from Raumati Beach on October 21.
'Jig the numbers': Lawyer charged dyslexic client $1000 an hour
Quentin Haines was also convicted in 2018 for hiring two underage prostitutes.
In darkness, avoiding a sting, a million bees cross the Hawke's Bay border
This was what beekeepers had been desperate for after the cyclone flooded many hives.
Extensive searches: Police scour four islands in hunt for missing kayaker
Michaela Leger hasn't been seen since she vanished into the night 17 days ago.
New Ōtaki MP Tim Costley humbled by result
'I don't know if all the emotions have sunk in.'
Police seek witnesses to fatal Ōtaki crash
The crash happened about 8pm on Friday, August 18.
Iwi prepares for Waitangi Tribunal to hear Ngāti Tukorehe claim
Issues involved include land loss, economic disadvantages and education policies.
'Negligent': Booze baron caused delays in improving worker conditions
A liquor baron must pay $87,000 for failing to action improved worker conditions.
Half a century of service awarded with Queen's Service Medal
Rod Graham has been active in the art and education communities for more than 50 years.
Surf club stalwart surprised and humbled by award
Peter Housiaux has been recognised for his community service over many years.
New motorways reduce serious injury or death by more than a third
An existing state highway north of Wellington has been labelled a 'killing field'.
Hybrid electric trains seen as 'game-changer' for Ōtaki
The funding for the new passenger trains for Wairarapa and Manawatū has been welcomed.
Passenger rail ripe for revival after hybrid trains announced
The announcement has sparked advocates' hopes of a nationwide rail revival.
Ram raids: Thieves target vape shop, bottle store
A liquor store and a vape shop were targeted overnight.
SH1 reopens after 'nasty' crash leaves four injured, one critical
A serious multi-vehicle crash on SH1 Ōtaki is causing major delays early this morning.
Man charged with wounding after Ōtaki firearm incident
Police said the victim managed to escape through a window.
Māoriland Film Festival to screen during Matariki
The festival will showcase 106 films from indigenous filmmakers around the world.
Bumper-to-bumper: Motorists told to allow extra time in heavy holiday traffic
AA says 100 lives could be saved each year if road improvements were made.
Ōtaki MP says GP given options before decision to return to UK
The young Ōtaki GP left the country last month after a year in residency limbo.
Rural GP with 1300 patients quits NZ after a year in residency limbo
More than 1300 people have lost their skilled young doctor at Ōtaki Medical Centre.
Opening of major Kāpiti expressway delayed until late 2022
The Peka Peka to Ōtaki Expressway is now expected to be open to traffic late next year.
SH1 reopens after double fatality crash at Manakau, south of Levin
A two-vehicle crash occurred between Whakahoro Rd and Kuku East Rd about 5.35am.
Easter road toll rises to six after motorist dies in Ōtaki
Emergency services were called after a car hit a power pole just after 8.30pm yesterday.
This image went around the world. Now road rage victim, 81, has died mowing lawns
The 81-year-old had struggled dealing with the road-rage incident last month.
'Bloody cowards': 81yo brutally bashed in road rage attack
The retired truck driver says he never experienced anything like it in his 81 years.
Heading away for the holidays? Find out how deadly your route is
Each year an average of 11 people are killed and 400 injured on roads during the break.
Homes evacuated after flooding; main road out of Wellington partially reopened
Traffic is backed up and homes inundated after heavy rain in the capital.
Judith Collins' Wellington transport announcement
National's leader is set to make a transport-related announcement in Wellington.
Fatal plane crash: Propeller fell off mid-flight
Aviation experts believe the plane lost its propeller mid-flight.