House built and owned by 40 Kiwi tradies heads to auction
Building boss came up with radical idea to give his glum subcontractors a boost.
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15 fire crews contain grass fire threatening Hawke's Bay home
Fire crews remain at the scene of the blaze dampening down hotspots.
Court a 'sad occasion' for woman pleading to crash that killed sister
The group had travelled to Wānaka that morning for a day of sightseeing.
Hamilton mum risks $15k medical costs for terminally ill daughter on Disney cruise
“I thought this was a fresh beginning ... I'm going to have to bury another child."
'Everything looks brilliant': Tauranga's newest supermarket opens in Greerton
The former Woolworths store had a week-long makeover.
'Highly careless': Unconsented earthworks damaged 'vulnerable' wetland
The experienced civil worker was fined $4000.
Serious injuries following two-vehicle crash on Hawke's Bay highway
Police said initial indications suggest there are serious injuries.
Bird flu outbreak: Don't eat raw eggs, experts warn
The MPI has confirmed 80,000 birds will be culled at an Otago farm.
Heatwave: The race for top temperature in Hawke's Bay - and NZ
Temperatures in Hawke's Bay's twin cities forecast for 30C-plus.
Significant boost for Gisborne firefighting addressing staffing challenge
Firefighting in Gisborne is set to get a significant boost.
36,000 nurses strike nationwide after ‘distressing’ pay offer
Healthcare workers take action, citing patient safety threats and stalled negotiations.
'It's not safe': Hospital nurses strike over concerns of unsafe staffing
More than 200 nurses marched in Whangārei as part of the national strike on Tuesday.
Chorus says 'malicious activity' cause of Hawke's Bay outage
Internet outage in Hawke's Bay affects 700 customers.
Eight-ball ace cues up for team's world glory tilt
Brent Wells is part of a strong eight-ball men's team.
Air NZ cuts Napier-Wellington flights: What you need to know
Air NZ to cut off-peak flights between Napier and Wellington.
'Can’t rely on quick fixes': An organic approach to farming
Shiann Read-Mills says she 'enjoys the connection with the land and animals'.
Gone to the dogs: Pink, paws and purpose in breast cancer fundraiser
The Gisborne Terrier Races raise over $30,000 for breast cancer support.
Dairy dream: How to navigate the path to farm ownership
Matt Bartleet says there are dairy sector opportunities, 'if you make the sacrifices'.
Man sets boat on fire, crashes another boat through fence, rams vehicles, steals caravan - with a swim in between to escape
The locals tried to box the man in to bring an end to a coastal community crime spree.
War memorial proposed for Hāhei
Ratepayers and residents preparing to build a war memorial in the Coromandel settlement.
The Country Full Show: MPI on Otago bird flu outbreak
Ray Smith, Dan Boulton, Kate Acland, Sir David Fagan.
Vaping crisis: From first puff at 11 to 100 a day
'I’m young. Let me make dumb decisions. Some people are smoking far worse things.'
'Two horrendous days of hell:' Girl's bravery leads to 15 years for kidnapper and rapist
Police say the victim showed 'courage and tenacity' in coming forward.
Community spirit shines as farmers collect free fencing supplies
Farmers connect over coffee and burgers, sharing stories and relief at Dunstan Rd event.
'Emotional rollercoaster': Teen beats cancer twice in three years
'The true meaning of Christmas has become more profound for us – cancer has changed us.'
Rotorua loses flights on one key route, gains flights on another
The changes will be applied between February and June 2025.
No meat chickens in avian flu scare, sales unlikely to fall
Outbreak concerning, but not the most feared strain.
70s tunes and grooves for Disco Inferno
The show runs over two weeks, opening on December 5.
Council reinstates berm mowing on main routes after community outcry
Horowhenua District Council votes 8-3 to partially reinstate berm mowing.
Stoat-busting duo find no sign of rogue visitor on predator-free island
A stoat that swam to Matakohe-Limestone Island is believed to have gone again.
Week of traffic management on Waikereru Bridge with reopening
Immediate repairs were needed in case it was lost altogether in a future flood.