PremiumPremiumKahuJourney retraces the steps of Ngāti Apa tūpunaMany new connections were made on a trip retracing the steps of tūpuna Apa-Hāpai-Taketake.10 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan missing for a week found dead in submerged carThe man was last seen at a function on the evening of April 22.05 May 12:30 AM
New ZealandPolice support officer convicted of drink-drivingCrashing a marked police ute while on duty 'will likely cost him his job'.04 May 11:04 PM
PremiumPremiumEnvironment'We must lead in this space': DHB launch sustainability planThe DHB acknowledged its carbon emissions were "detrimental" to people's health.04 May 11:02 PM
Entertainment'I just ran with it': Recipient of Paddy Gower tattoo nominated by mate'He said: 'Mate, you're getting a tattoo of Paddy Gower, when are you coming in?''04 May 03:05 AM
EntertainmentTattoo tribute to Patrick Gower - there's just one little problemTattooist admits spelling 'faux pas' will now need to be corrected at second session.02 May 11:07 PM
New ZealandMultimillion-dollar Ōpōtiki harbour project under wayMore than 1225 direct jobs will be created in the Ōpōtiki district from PDU investment.30 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandPolice officer convicted of drink driving after on-duty crash is 'deeply regretful'The officer admitted two driving offences following an incident in Edgecumbe.28 Apr 08:33 AM
KahuDisgruntled Tuhoe hapū protest outside Taneatua HQ'It's sobering our so-called leaders keep behaving the way they are.'27 Apr 07:34 PM
KahuWatch: Kiri Allan in good spirits as she undergoes chemo for cervical cancer'Encourage your sisters, your mothers, your daughters, your friends, #SmearYourMea.'19 Apr 05:14 AM
New ZealandTeen's horrific beating of kitten; SPCA, police launch investigationThe video shows the defenceless kitten being kicked by a young boy.15 Apr 02:46 AM
New ZealandFirst natural burial held in WhakatāneThe purpose is to return the body to the earth for the benefit of the environment.08 Apr 07:57 AM
New ZealandMan dies in water incident at Ōhope BeachThe man was pulled from the water but died in spite of medical attention.08 Apr 03:01 AM
New ZealandSupport flows after MP diagnosed with cancerA Labour MP has revealed she has been diagnosed with stage three cervical cancer.05 Apr 08:59 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGuns, gangs and hospitals: 13 treated for gunshot injuriesMost people were shot in the abdomen but fingers and toes also came into the crosshairs.26 Mar 11:00 PM
KahuMāori agribusiness: Good crowd at top dairy farm visitPouarua Farm is one of the three finalists of the prestigious competition.25 Mar 08:20 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGuns, gangs, and hospitals: Nearly 40 people admitted in five yearsMost people were shot in the abdomen but fingers and toes also came into the crosshairs.23 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuJobless by June: Whakatāne mill to close, but MP still hopeful'I'm still hopeful someone from the private sector might see commercial viability.'17 Mar 07:00 PM
Employment'Very tough day': Mill will close, all 210 jobs to goAfter more than 80 years, production will shut down in June.16 Mar 01:57 AM
New ZealandWhite Island victims accused of delaying lawsuitCounteraction from Royal Caribbean cruises stalled as family refuse to answer the door.11 Mar 05:10 PM
New ZealandTsunami emergency texts: Who makes the call on alerting and why do some miss out?American accented-voice shrieking at you about tsunamis? Blame the factory.05 Mar 03:39 PM
Entertainment'He hits and he misses': Man tries to photobomb tsunami live reporting, failsHe had one job...04 Mar 11:50 PM
New ZealandWhakaari/White Island eruption: 3 more defendants namedThree parties who did not identify themselves can now be revealed.04 Mar 10:08 PM
New ZealandFour arrested in relation to death of Bay of Plenty manJamaine Wharton, 31, died at Whakatāne Hospital after an incident at a 21st party.04 Mar 06:45 PM
New ZealandChild's ear almost severed after dog attackThe children injured included a seven-year-old and a nine-year-old.24 Feb 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumManufacturing'Devastating blow' as Whakatāne Mill closure loomsWhakatāne is reeling 210 workers face losing their jobs at the long-standing mill.24 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandProposed Whakatāne Mill closure a 'significant blow to the local economy'The Eastern Bay of Plenty Economic Development Agency has spoken out about the proposal.23 Feb 07:48 PM
Business210 jobs on the line: 80-year-old mill may shut downThe mill employs just over 210 people and is Whakatane's biggest private employer.23 Feb 06:24 AM
New Zealand'It's devastating': Business owners thankful no one hurt in fireA building, measuring 40m by 20m was engulfed in flames.21 Feb 10:27 PM
New ZealandWatch: Sickening moment motorcyclists knocked off bikesPolice had investigated possible link to shooting on Friday.20 Feb 02:46 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Huge': $1m-plus sales soar in small seaside holiday townsThe number of $1 million-plus properties sold in Waihi Beach has tripled in a year.09 Feb 05:00 PM
Kahu'The Govt must address water rights': Iwi appeals against bottling plant decisionThe fight to prevent a water bottling plant expansion near Whakatāne is far from over.09 Feb 06:56 AM
New ZealandSchool to move classes to community hall following devastating fireThe fire early on Saturday destroyed eight classrooms and a nearly completed admin block.08 Feb 03:01 AM
KahuGrey Power: Positive end for 'insulting' te reo sagaA Grey Power newsletter labelled a councillor's use of te reo Māori an "insult".04 Feb 10:56 PM
