New ZealandCautious optimism in tiny town as iconic pie company given third lifeThe new owner was among 'a number of interested parties'.05 Dec 04:13 AM
New ZealandNapier pushes 34C in early-summer sizzlerTemperatures came on a day with a strong wind watch in place for all of Hawke’s Bay.05 Dec 03:32 AM
New ZealandThousands spent on unsuccessful wallaby huntDroppings discovered which likely belonged to a wallaby but the culprit was never found.05 Dec 02:30 AM
New Zealand'Step up the biosecurity': Hawke's Bay's bird flu fearsBump up farm bio-security, or inevitable will happen, warns veteran Bay poultry farmer.05 Dec 02:12 AM
New ZealandNorthland's first charter school to open under new regime revealedNew charter school Te Rito, Te Kura Taiao, opens in January, teaching in te reo Māori.05 Dec 02:10 AM
New ZealandGisborne routes in proposed Air New Zealand cutsA digest of Tairāwhiti's news in brief format.05 Dec 02:05 AM
New ZealandGisborne clubbies gearing up for Whangamatā ClassicWorld champion Irving is leading Gisborne's charge at the Classic.05 Dec 02:05 AM
New ZealandDairy beef offers potential for significant emissions savingsA new report points to tangible ways farmers could reduce beef herds’ carbon footprint.05 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandPest infestation at Onerahi could spread to offshore islandNorthland's Regional Council cracks down on aggressive, soil-poisoning weed05 Dec 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely unacceptable': Investigation after firearm threat against road workerPolice believe the firearm was an air rifle and are working to find the person involved.05 Dec 01:41 AM
New ZealandPopular Blue Spring Te Waihou Walkway reopens in South WaikatoThe iconic walkway welcomes 45,000 to 50,000 visitors per year.05 Dec 01:17 AM
New ZealandMiles Hurrell on Fonterra's $10 forecast milk priceMiles Hurrell, Blair McLean, Jane Hunter, Chris Hipkins, Chris Russell.05 Dec 01:15 AM
PropertyStressed vendor 'beats the bank' with $472,000 sale - but he still takes a hitUnusual bush property with RV of $1.025m snapped up by "perfect" buyer.05 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandWhat Christmas events are on in the Waikato?Christmas is (almost) here, bringing good cheer, to young and old, meek and the bold.05 Dec 12:52 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely amazing': Fill the Bus donation tally shows care in Rotorua communityThe 10th year of Fill the Bus has wrapped and the numbers are in.05 Dec 12:35 AM
New Zealand'Too old': Local board chairman claims 'ageism' forced him to quit the roleThe Waihī Beach Community Board chairman stepped down at a tense meeting.05 Dec 12:25 AM
New ZealandCruise ships in Napier – how much water do they really take?With level 3 water restrictions in place in Napier, what impact do cruises have on supply?05 Dec 12:23 AM
PoliticsMcClay: Blame me if no India trade deal this term – not LuxonLuxon made the promise of an agreement last year.05 Dec 12:11 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider'Sad day': NZME to close 14 community papers by Christmas - private buyers may be keen on some titles'This is a sad day for NZME and it’s not news I want to be sharing.'04 Dec 11:33 PM
New ZealandNurses strike: Gisborne ICU nurse insults over stalled pay talksNurses strike as Health NZ offers 1% increase; 'It doesn’t cover the cost of living'04 Dec 11:23 PM
New ZealandEpic trolley dash! What this Mum grabbed in 90 secondsMum races to fill trolley, celebrating son's inspiring cancer journey.04 Dec 11:06 PM
New ZealandReport confirms fewer lambs in spring 2024Decline in lamb crop is slightly greater than Beef + Lamb NZ's original forecast in June.04 Dec 10:50 PM
New ZealandHip hop duo 98 Cents in the money at Hawke's Bay competitionBattle in the Bay 'our favourite comp of the year'.04 Dec 09:56 PM
New ZealandGisborne hosts NZTrio's Triptych 3: Untamed Hope concert next weekendSomi Kim returns to Gisborne with NZTrio's unique concert series.04 Dec 09:42 PM
BusinessFonterra upgrades milk price forecast to a record $10/kgFonterra has upgraded its milk price to a mid-point of $10/kg.04 Dec 09:21 PM
New Zealand'Playing with Lego': Criticism of Govt's plan for fewer trees on farms'It’s trying to fix a problem that’s not there,' the Forest Owners' Association says.04 Dec 09:10 PM
New ZealandWaikato road blocked after car hits power poleCambridge Rd expected to be blocked for several hours.04 Dec 08:39 PM
New ZealandChristmas event, dance show and pantomime on in Tairāwhiti this weekendChristmas event, music, dance show and pantomime.04 Dec 08:29 PM
New ZealandThe tiny town being bowled for progressAuckland Council plans for 60,000 new residents in Drury, sparking mixed local reactions.04 Dec 07:06 PM
New Zealand'Stressful time for team': Poultry farm at centre of bird flu outbreak says cull happening fastIt comes as tests are due back today to see how widely the virus has spread. 04 Dec 07:04 PM
New ZealandRāhui put on BoP swimming hole after deathEmergency services were called to the scene about 6.15pm.04 Dec 06:59 PM
SportFormer Chiefs player admits assault on waitress, breaking her wristThe victim suffered a broken wrist in the incident.04 Dec 05:39 PM
New ZealandArtistic duo team up on 'Fantabulous' projectWhen a children's author and a composer combine, it's sure to be 'fantabulous'.04 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandMovement for Archie: Fundraiser to help Northland baby’s therapy journeyThe Kerikeri family have been forced to go private to help Archie Sturrock learn to walk.04 Dec 04:00 PM