Fire left Coromandel daytrippers stranded, fearing night in cars without food and water
Two helicopters and five fire engines are battling the blaze.
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Man crushed by tractor loses arm, fractures skull and neck
Blake Anderson's parents are staying in Wellington to be by his hospital bed.
One dead after truck hits pedestrian in Whanganui
Emergency services went to SH3, near Blueskin Rd in Westmere, about 10.15am today.
Hamilton road closed due to police incident, diversions in place
Police advise avoiding Matangi Rd in Hillcrest; use alternative routes this afternoon.
The hobby that became an artform: The magic of model railway
'You would not want a 5-year-old playing with this.'
Swimmers urged to stay alert after recent shark sightings
The warning comes after multiple shark sightings on the North Island's east coast.
Former PM shocked by trampled dotterel breeding ground
The Waihī Beach community is in shock after a series of disturbing vandalism incidents.
'Mission accomplished': Author Ron Murray dies three days after receiving copies of final book
Ron Murray's wife Jill described him as a 'man of many talents'.
Paralysis to People’s Choice: Ōpōtiki musician’s inspiring journey to success
A hunting accident left Hori shaw partially paralysed. Now he's topping the charts.
'A lot of roadworks and disruption': What you need to know about driving through Waikato this month
Slow road trips will await some this month.
'Strawberries just disintegrate': Some HB growers are loving the rain, others not so much
Summer had started very well – now a couple are losing thousands of dollars every day.
'Worst nightmare': The NZ region with the most fleeing drivers
More than 10,000 drivers fled police in New Zealand during 2023.
BBC’s Mammals series features false killer whales filmed in Northland
Rare footage of NZ false killer whales to air on BBC's Mammals this weekend.
The NZ city with 2000 ghost homes: 'Hard problem to solve'
Despite the empty homes, the council says it's not a concern.
Cambridge man loves all tractors great and small
The Country looks back at some of the biggest and best stories of the past 12 months.
‘A safe place’ - Far North town unsettled following alleged shooting
One man was critically injured on Wednesday morning in Mangōnui.
'Emotional train wreck': Skipper's ordeal after ketch left to drift
Yachtie says his $250,000 ketch is adrift off Northland after rescuers failed to secure it
Food prices are rising - so why aren't farmers happy?
The Country looks back at some of the biggest and best stories of the past 12 months.
Sikh community on parade
On Sunday, January 12, Tauranga will come alive with the colourful and lively Sikh Parade.
Opinion: The unexpected hospital experience every food critic should try
Rotorua hospital praised for gourmet meals, defying traditional hospital food stereotypes.
Fire in Waikato prison cell seriously injures inmate
The man was taken to hospital suffering from smoke inhalation.
Shear success! NZ's longest running speed shearing event returns
The annual Te Puna Speed Shear will take place this Saturday.
Reducing death: Road layout changes under way with Taupō vehicle safety centre construction
The changing road layouts and speed restrictions will be in place from January until May.
No-dog zone to be enforced at Raglan Domain
Dogs are prohibited from the domain, whether on-lead or off-lead.
Firefighters thanked as Whangārei fire brought under control
The fire, which covered 20ha on Thursday, is now under control.
Hawke’s Bay woman watching minute by minute as ill dad ordered to evacuate LA home
'The last two days have been pretty emotional. I’m just crushed by the whole experience.'
Driver’s delight as council CCTV helps her avoid $500 car repair cost
The council's more than 560 CCTV cameras aid police and prevent crime in Hastings.
Letters to the editor: Families miss out as Rugby Park gets upgrade, Shane Jones' comment ‘out of order’
OPINION: Herald readers share their views.
Beach cleanup progress, Thursday fires, weather impacts grape harvest
Contractors have made fast progress in removing latest debris buildup on city beaches.
'So grateful': Student receives scholarships to go to India and Japan
'I never ever thought I would get anything like this before.'
Seabird drowning inquiry: Two people helping investigators
The birds were reportedly captured in fishing nets.
Traffic incidents, roadworks cause major delays on SH2
People are advised to avoid using SH2, between Tauranga and Katikati this afternoon.
'Incredible': Top golfers set for NZ PGA Championship in Hastings
Hastings Golf Club will host the 2025 NZPGA Championship after a successful 2024 event.
Dangerous driving incident - man charged after allegedly failing to stop
Charges included unlawful possession of ammunition and refusing to give blood.