PremiumPremiumAirlinesĀtaahua ngā whetū [the beautiful stars]: Business of MatarikiXero, Auckland Airport, Fonterra, ANZ, SkyCity, Air New Zealand, Wharekauhau - big plans13 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandTake a tour of Stonehenge AotearoaHow a replica of the English Stonehenge was built in a Carterton paddock.06 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandWairarapa road blocked after truck rollsThe road between Featherston and Martinborough is closed.29 Jun 08:38 PM
New ZealandInvestor claims builder tried to blackmail him for $10k to sign off consentThe builder says he simply didn't want to put his name on shoddy work.28 Jun 08:00 AM
New ZealandCouncil votes to raise rates by 20%Total rates in the district have gone up by more than 50 per cent in the past three years.28 Jun 07:20 AM
New ZealandUncle of footballer injured in hit-and-run hopes person comes forwardThe man has suffered injuries all over his body and is in Wellington Hospital.27 Jun 01:30 AM
New ZealandMan arrested after Carterton homicideHomicide charges have yet to be laid as investigations continue.26 Jun 07:46 AM
New ZealandMystery surrounds critically injured man in Greytown, police plead for helpThe incident closed SH2 for a period today.25 Jun 07:26 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Fred’s wonderful world of filmA 93-year-old film-maker, Fred Holloway, documents the people of Wairarapa.23 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Young mothers seek the light at PuawānangaInside Masterton's teen parent unit.10 Jun 12:21 AM
RugbyHawke's Bay quartet selected for NZ Under 20 rugby teamThe World Under 20 rugby World championships start on June 24 in South Africa.06 Jun 05:41 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Out in BooktownDiversity comes out at Featherston's annual book event.31 May 11:03 PM
New ZealandTwo dead after separate Wairarapa morning crashesA third person is seriously injured.31 May 12:08 AM
New ZealandWairarapa Film Festival showcases early Preston docoNine local films set to be showcased as part of the Wairarapa Film Festival.24 May 05:59 AM
New ZealandArmed police’s search yields $1400 of meth and loaded shot gunThree men have been charged with drug-related offences as a part of Operation Cobalt.22 May 07:53 AM
New ZealandFraudster's gold scheme foiled by postieWayne Thomas Patterson sought revenge against the postman after the scheme failed.17 May 01:36 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Carterton's skate scene revivalRoller skaters are flocking to Carterton's A&P Showgrounds for a smooth ride.15 May 02:15 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Wading into the environment, lizard guts and allFormer Wellington Mayor Celia Wade-Brown restores Wairarapa land to its natural state.08 May 03:39 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionAmerican billionaire-founded company opening new Wairarapa project'It was always going to be a big space.'04 May 05:30 AM
New ZealandNew train rules from today: Kiwirail bosses called into Beehive to explainSpeed restrictions and a reduced train timetable are in place today in Wellington.30 Apr 06:01 PM
New ZealandPassenger rail ripe for revival after hybrid trains announcedThe announcement has sparked advocates' hopes of a nationwide rail revival.30 Apr 06:09 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Here's the guts of it': Is Kieran McAnulty Labour's secret weapon?OPINION: The hard-case minister who is infuriating National and Act.26 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPerson critically injured in crash near MastertonThe crash happened about 11.40am.14 Apr 12:14 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Divine River responds to period povertyWairarapa charity turns old fabrics and plastics into eco-friendly sanitary towels.12 Apr 05:13 AM
New Zealand'Chaotic': Fresh weather warnings as 40mm of rain an hour set to lash parts of NZNorthland, Auckland, Waikato and Bay of Plenty all in firing line for thunder tonight.09 Apr 08:56 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Feeding the hungry from South Wairarapa to the Tararua DistrictCommunity kitchen volunteers master the art of scraping together whatever.29 Mar 02:50 AM
New ZealandNgāti Kahungunu receive Crown apology in Wairarapa'This is a momentous day for Ngāti Kahungunu and their settlement journey.'25 Mar 04:48 AM
New ZealandOver $200,000 worth of meth seized in WairarapaA woman has been arrested and will appear in court tomorrow on a charge of possession.21 Mar 04:19 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Masterton’s pick of the litterLocal hero, Adam Anderson has been collecting litter off Masterton's streets for 20 years.17 Mar 09:23 PM
New ZealandThe doctor is out. New medical centre can’t find GP to run itThe centre has been looking for a new doctor for six to nine months.16 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: How's mayoralty treating former Minister of Defence Ron Mark?Carterton Mayor Ron Mark spoke to Local Focus about running local government.15 Mar 08:39 PM
New ZealandUp to 5000 expected at Wairarapa festivalTop tips for 121 festival-goers: Bring water and snacks, put on sunblock and be friendly.09 Mar 08:54 AM
New ZealandCouncil names road after late transgender MP and mayor Georgina BeyerCarterton District Council voted unanimously to name the road after her.08 Mar 01:40 AM
New ZealandWaiWaste food when you can feed people with it?Masterton’s WaiWaste takes food from landfill and distribute it to hungry whānau.21 Feb 04:33 PM