North Island braces for thunderstorms, hail and heavy downpours
Motorists are being warned to drive 'extremely carefully'.
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Editorial: Christmas donations show community spirit still shining through
OPINION: In trying financial times, people still find the capacity to give.
Death of Spark the kiwi prompts call to slow down for 'precious taonga'
'Kiwi move quite quickly and have absolutely no road sense,' trust says.
Child in serious condition after falling, hitting their head at Whangārei Falls
The incident was reported about 7.30pm.
Pair on bicycle seriously injured after motorbike hit-and-run in Northland
Police said the motorcyclist fled the scene immediately after the crash.
'She panicked': Mum feared OT uplift after brothers' brutal fight over Lego
The children needed medical assistance but the parents failed to take them.
NZTA closes passing lanes to help holiday traffic flow
The Transport Agency says traffic moves more 'steadily' with fewer lanes.
‘They were smashed everywhere’: Teen rescues kids swept into ‘violent’ surf
Keira Hayidakis, 18, fought off rough waves and strong currents to save two children.
Government to end emergency housing contracts with two more Rotorua motels
Two more motels will stop being contracted by the Government for emergency housing.
Rocket Lab launch, SH2 closure changes, return to fire restrictions
News from around Tairāwhiti in a brief format.
‘Champion for the Coast’: Bill Burdett remembered by friends, colleagues and whānau
The former councillor and East Coast Rugby Union life member died on Thursday.
‘Absolutely gutted’: Juicy Fest cancelled amid licensing woes
'Juicy Fest has faced tough opposition from authorities and NZ Police'.
'Disheartening': Gisborne beaches need a clean ... again
Contractors shifting bigger debris on the city beaches after the storm
High hopes of successful vintage
This week's rain welcomed by grape growers and winemakers
Rainbow connection: Should new crossing have had official opening?
A pride advocate is upset an opening hasn't been held for Tauranga's new rainbow crossing.
Homicide inquiry after 'gentle soul' street dweller killed in Napier CBD
Street dweller Boy Taylor died in Napier's CBD on Wednesday morning.
Sir John Key wraps the year on The Country
Sir John Key, Don Carson, Stu Duncan, Stu Loe, Jim Hopkins, Jeremy Rookes.
Clear run: Waikato Expressway Ngāruawāhia section back to four lanes
Remedial works and safety improvements were finished today.
Rain proof ‘Santa is real’ for Gisborne farmers
Farmers say the rain this week proves that Santa is real and it's been a blessing.
Teary departure for Norma Hooks after more than 30 years of service with Plunket
'Miss my colleagues': Plunket stalwart retires after three decades
Rural Waikato school wins $50k of supplies in national contest
Mangakino School once had a roll of 1800 students, now it has 50.
Rāhui in place after man found dead on Far North beach
Hapū have imposed a rahui near Mitimiti Beach after a man's body was found there
‘Huge task ahead’ for Ngāti Hāua trustees
One new and three returning trustees have been elected for the Treaty settlement entity.
Coromandel murder-accused’s pigs to be moved to Wellington
An animal welfare group is coming to collect around 40 of the 'pet pigs'.
A way forward: Progress in reopening Wairoa aged care facility
Call for the Government to ensure the town gets elderly/respite care facility.
Meridian, Todd's Nova Energy plan big solar project
Solar farm should generate enough power for about 100,000 homes.
Napier’s new disc golf course tipped to be busiest in Hawke’s Bay
The nine-basket course has been opened following a $25,000 investment from the council.
Enterprise, Comet swimmers do clubs proud at HB-PB champs
Comet swimmers competed hard at the HB-PB championships to finish year well
'Huge impact': Local cancer trust receives 'generous' $13k donation from Rotary club
The money will help fund 'supportive cancer care and integrative medicine' retreats.
Doors opening for women in farming
Women in farming a focus at East Coast Farming Expo in Wairoa in February.
Former iwi leader behind bars for Christmas after jury finds him guilty of indecency
Raniera Tau offered his victim $20,000 to settle the matter outside of court.
Christmas submarine that never returned
Robyn Molloy is trying to find the Shorey family in England.
Heavy rain warning issued for BoP, outlook for Christmas Day
An orange heavy rain warning is in force for the Bay of Plenty for Saturday.
'Oh heck': Farmer says quad bike accident was a wake-up call
Michael Woodward is urging his peers to take care out on the farm this busy summer season.