New ZealandThree burglaries in Dargaville overnight, ‘suspicious’ activity reportedPolice said reports of suspicious activity were being investigated to ascertain links.18 Feb 02:22 AM
New ZealandGisborne team go green at Trolley Grand PrixMembers of The Broccoli Boys danced and drove in giant broccoli costumes.18 Feb 01:57 AM
New ZealandConcern for missing Rotorua man: Police appeal for sightingsHe was last seen on February 9 in Rotorua's Hamurana area.18 Feb 01:33 AM
New ZealandAI tool used to help with Gisborne’s woody debris problemGDC has used AI to help get on top of the woody debris issue impacting Tairāwhiti.18 Feb 01:29 AM
New Zealand‘Absolutely fizzing’: Junior clubbies ready for Oceans 25More than 50 Gisborne surf lifesavers flying club flags at national under-14 carnival18 Feb 01:28 AM
New Zealand$10.3m funding approved for Tauranga traffic chokepoint projectPlans for a tidal lane at Turret Rd can begin but construction is still two years away.18 Feb 01:23 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Winston Peters on the Paris AgreementWinston Peters, Bruce Cotterill, Kevin "Smiley" Barrett, and Phil Duncan.18 Feb 01:05 AM
New ZealandFresh sighting of missing Marokopa fugitive Tom Phillips and his childrenThe father and his three children were spotted sitting in a layby on State Highway 4.18 Feb 12:41 AM
New ZealandReturn of the Tri - athletes from 15 countries race their way to NapierThe World Cup event on Sunday is part of the second Napier Triathlon Festival.18 Feb 12:30 AM
New ZealandClaim part-timers won’t solve Hawke’s Bay’s problemsA departing councillor says amalgamation to create fulltimers could fix the issues.18 Feb 12:20 AM
New ZealandRoad workers stop alleged drunk driver with baby on boardPolice have thanked the crew for their 'vigilant reporting'.18 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandHistoric Hastings church hall columns up for grabsThe columns were salvaged from the demolished Wesley Methodist Hall.17 Feb 10:55 PM
BusinessThousands of farmers to earn cash for their climate effortsFonterra estimates more than 5000 farms will be eligible for a bonus next season.17 Feb 10:32 PM
New ZealandPolice search for missing man after burned-out car found in WaikatoPolice are searching for Travis Langford, missing since January 17.17 Feb 10:26 PM
New ZealandPodium for Gooch at Ministocks in ParadiseReady for the Aussies after top three finish at Rotorua meeting17 Feb 10:23 PM
New ZealandMan charged with murder after fatal assault near parkHomicide investigation was launched after the man died in Hawke’s Bay Hospital on Sunday.17 Feb 10:04 PM
New ZealandRihanna? Guns N’ Roses? Katy Perry? Eminem? Concert venue's public poll to help it find next big act'It will help us target our efforts in terms of bringing artists to Hawke’s Bay.'17 Feb 09:39 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay singer's debut single on Six60’s labelHawke’s Bay artist Makayla wants to define what it means to be a Māori popstar.17 Feb 09:15 PM
New ZealandSixth-generation farmer appointed AgriZeroNZ chairRob Hewett is the new chairman of AgriZeroNZ, replacing Sir Brian Roche.17 Feb 09:12 PM
New Zealand87kg whopper one of record number of yellowfin caught near TaurangaRecord yellowfin tuna catch in Tauranga, outpacing marlin this season.17 Feb 08:47 PM
BusinessWhy property investors are turning to short-term rentals for gainsAuckland's average daily rate for Airbnb is just over $290, the highest in NZ.17 Feb 07:53 PM
SportStreaker hospitalised as chaos erupts at Super Rugby matchThe invader suffered a leg injury and was taken to Auckland Hospital.17 Feb 07:29 PM
New Zealand‘Extreme fluctuations’: What recruiters say as region’s job ads drop 22%'The job market has become more competitive.'17 Feb 07:06 PM
Black CapsWilliamson signs new deal with English sidesKane Williamson will play for Middlesex and London Spirit in 2025.17 Feb 06:31 PM
New ZealandFirefighters to return to Waikato bush fire after evacuations last night The fire started on Maunsell Rd, spreading rapidly over 4ha.17 Feb 05:26 PM
New Zealand‘If I hadn’t swerved, I would be dead’: Quick thinking saves man in horror crashAt first, police didn't believe Jaden Packer was the driver because he was walking.17 Feb 05:07 PM
New ZealandFar North’s latest museum telling story of NZ maritime historyChucks Cove Maritime Experience has a container shipload of exhibits.17 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North news briefs - Friday food market, gala day and duo on tourNews snippets from the Far North17 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandHamiltonian to walk in Relay for Life to help people 'open up' about diagnosisKezia Kurian's mother suspected she had cancer - but told no one.17 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandEskdale Park, gifted a century ago, is reborn after 100,000 cubic metres of silt removedThe seeds of a new future for Eskdale and its flood-ravaged valley are emerging.17 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandIsolated Far North communities get funding for solar and wind projectsFar North's Te Kao and Waimamaku communities to get green power to aid development.17 Feb 04:55 PM
New ZealandOne of NZ’s largest solar farms on hold after tiny village fights backThe farm would house 560,000 solar panels with the capacity to power 70,000 homes.17 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhy farmers are using magnets to protect cowsHardware disease is caused by cows accidentally ingesting metal fragments while grazing.17 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Engagement is the key': Tracy Brown's vision for DairyNZTracy Brown wants the organisation to become “more connected and in tune” with farmers.17 Feb 03:59 PM