Whanganui firefighters warning after double burn-off in Westmere breaks rules
About 10 firefighters responded to the two fires in Westmere.
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Judge reserves decision on Whangārei’s last-ditch effort to stall fluoridation
The High Court has heard Whangārei District Council's application for an injunction.
Prime Minister's India trip and Act reveals local body election move | NZ Herald News Update
Narendra Modi calls for Christopher Luxon's support to address anti-India activities in New Zealand and Act reveals it is looking for candidates to run in local body elections.
‘As dry as it gets’: Auckland latest region placed under total fire ban over wildfire fears
Outdoor fires are now banned across the top of the country.
‘Third World’: Northland town water restrictions spark concerns
Rainfall in February was less than 10% of the expected amount in Dargaville.
Wellington Water chief unlikely to be forced to resign
Reports show high unplanned maintenance spending and poor contractor management.
Water restored to Wellington suburb following ‘major water outage’
Wellington Water suspects a burst water pipe was the cause.
Israel says it’s cutting off Gaza electricity
The power cut affects the territory's main desalination plant, vital for 600,000 people.
Return of a wonder? Waiwera’s famous hot springs showing exciting signs of life
The recovery raises new questions over a classic Kiwi tourism draw's potential revival.
Vessels run aground in Coromandel after channel disappears
Waikato Regional Council said it knew of four vessels that grounded.
Conflicting views on $225m water storage project in Hawke’s Bay
Bay leaders, including Kahungunu chairman Bayden Barber, are in favour of the dam study.
Tory Whanau calls for Wellington Water chairman to be removed from board
The Local Government Minister has sought advice on potential interventions.
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council wants $225m water storage facility on Ngāruroro River tributary
The cost of the feasibility study will be about $3.2m, shared by HBRC and the Government.
Short showers, limit sprinklers: Auckland on drought alert, water saving encouraged
The region's dams are lower than normal, prompting Watercare to activate plans.
Lucky escape as 400kg dolphin lands in boat
A group of fishermen got the shock of a lifetime when a 400kg dolphin landed in their boat off the coast of Northland. Videos / Dean Harrison
The hotels with the highest usage of power, water and waste
Hotels in Nelson/Marlborough use over 250,000 litres of water annually per room.
Manu World Champs Finals
The best of the best dive for the overall Z Manu title at Karanga Plaza, on Auckland’s Viaduct Harbour.
Body discovered in water near boat ramp in Drury
Police said the body was found by a member of the public.
Department of Conservation team responds to stranded whale entaglement
A Department of Conservation team responded to a report of an entangled Arnoux’s beaked whale in oyster farm infrastructure in Whangaroa Harbour. Video / Department of Conservation
How smart water meters uncovered unseen leaks in Hastings
The meters helped identify undetected leaks under houses and streets.
NZ town has been under a boil water notice for nearly a decade, authorities now stepping in
Taumata Arowai is working with Wai Care to ensure safe drinking water soon.
Is a glass of lemon water the best way to start the day?
This citrus fruit has a whole host of health benefits that go beyond just vitamin C.
Watch: On-duty officer makes a splash in Manu World Champs in Auckland
Constable Vincent Kahui joined in after much encouragement from the crowd.
Foodstuffs v Watercare: Peace breaks out over $100m Pak'nSave opening
Pak’nSave Highland Park granted a water connection, enabling it to open on time.
Waipukurau’s water turned off for five hours: ‘Our community is always at risk’
Mayor Alex Walker says shutdown showed tough call to invest more is the right one.
Why are Kiwis fizzing over flavoured sparkling water?
Once a niche category, flavoured sparkling water is popular - but is it good for you?
'Centre of town an eyesore': local on Waiwera, land sale attempt
The owners say someone better acquainted with the 'wellness industry' should buy the site.
E.coli found in school water, students asked to bring bottles
An MoE upgrade is expected for Mangawhai School's water infrastructure.
'Environmental and cultural crisis': Legal fight looms over Wairoa's freshwater
'The degradation of these waterways is both an environmental and cultural crisis.'
Kea Kids News: Pipiwai manu prodigies compete to see who is heading to Auckland
Reporter/Manu Champ Brooklyn is at the Toka in Pipiwai, where the Manu Competition 2025 is in full swing. Brooklyn took her division in 2024, but who will dominate this year?
Man’s body found in water off West Coast
Police say they are not treating the death as suspicious at this time.
‘Taste and smell issues’: Town water trucked in twice weekly
The tap water in Marton is adversely affected by bacteria and fungi in the local soil.
Seven-metre custom Manu platform installed in Viaduct Harbour
Seven-metre custom Manu platform installed in Auckland's Viaduct Harbour ahead of the Z Manu World Champs. Video / Z Manu World Champs