New ZealandNot so black and white: Decoding the Holstein's spotsScientists didn’t know which genes were responsible for a Holstein’s spots - until now.27 Nov 03:10 AM
New ZealandHastings hits hottest November temperature in 60 years as Hawke's Bay sweltersIt's the second month in a row that Hastings has hit a long-standing temperature record.27 Nov 02:16 AM
New ZealandWhite tūī sightings traced to thriving conservation effortVolunteers have trapped more than 3000 possums since the conservation drive began.27 Nov 02:00 AM
Christchurch'Morally and legally unacceptable': Farmers fined after cow skinned alive on livestreamThe farmers each received fines of $2000 for breaching animal welfare laws.27 Nov 01:37 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Geoff Ross on turning on-farm scrub into incomeNigel Woodhead, Geoff Ross, Mark de Lautour, Chris Russell and Greg Menzies. 27 Nov 12:50 AM
New ZealandCocaine worth $11.5m seized at Port of TaurangaOfficers found 33kg of cocaine hidden among legitimate cargo bound for Tauranga.27 Nov 12:17 AM
New ZealandHundreds of Northland council jobs in limbo as regional reforms spark concernThe plan would scrap all 11 regional councils for mayor‑led boards.27 Nov 12:01 AM
New ZealandCowboy culture rides high as Hawke’s Bay hosts action-packed rodeoRodeo club is ready for an expected 7000 people to descend on Hastings showgrounds.26 Nov 11:46 PM
New ZealandMayors embrace ‘common-sense' regional shake-upThey have embraced a proposal to replace regional councils with mayor-led boards.26 Nov 11:43 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay Christmas Cheer appeal: Which items are of 'particular need' this yearDonations will be accepted until December 23 across Napier and Hastings.26 Nov 11:27 PM
New ZealandSmall Northland park joins elite list with first international Green Flag AwardPou Tu O Te Rangi Harding Park is one of five NZ winners this year.26 Nov 11:23 PM
New ZealandThe end of ‘Category 3’: Cyclone red zones to be phased outControversial labels placed over thousands of cyclone-hit properties to be phased out.26 Nov 11:17 PM
New Zealand'Everyone loves it': TV comeback for sheep dog trials'The biggest crowd that watches any of our sports events watches the sheep dog trials.'26 Nov 10:26 PM
New ZealandNZ sheepmeat exports hit record value in OctoberSheepmeat reached a record $14.31/kg amid strong EU and US demand.26 Nov 10:24 PM
New Zealand‘Not elected for this’: Horizons chair challenges regional council plan'Getting this fix right will create a strong future for regional service delivery.'26 Nov 10:12 PM
New ZealandThe one thing hardcore conservationists and farmers agree onA predator that eats native species and spreads disease in livestock is a target for all.26 Nov 09:57 PM
New Zealand$30,000 raised after Tauranga father's death'This sudden loss has left his family devastated.'26 Nov 09:50 PM
PoliticsInquiry into Phillips children's disappearance announced: What will be investigatedRecommendations from the inquiry are expected in July next year.26 Nov 08:38 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'No fuss' farewells: One in five funerals have no service or ceremonyNo goodbye can leave people with 'unresolved emotions' or 'disenfranchised grief'.26 Nov 06:37 PM
New ZealandSomething really stinks in Rotorua - and it’s not the sulphurThe race is on to remove the rotting material as complaints - and dead fish - pile up.26 Nov 05:56 PM
New ZealandWas it you? Winning tickets sold in Rotorua and KatikatiPowerball rolls over to Saturday night with an $8m jackpot up for grabs.26 Nov 05:51 PM
New ZealandCouncil withdraws infringements for Lego sign as owner battles cancerDave Moore's artwork will stay for the moment.26 Nov 05:34 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We are struggling terribly': Award-winning donut business lifts curtain on social media's facadeEmily Whiu fears for her staff and family: 'We don’t know how much fight we have left.'26 Nov 05:00 PM
Cricket'Only heard amazing things': Aussie great joins Black Clash lineup in shock signingThe 44-year-old represented Australia over 300 times across three formats.26 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandWater conservation advised before 'sun really turns up the heat'MetService says December will start warm and wet, but dry conditions could set in later.26 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘We’re struggling terribly’: Owner of Mamas Donuts in Hastings makes emotional plea for helpIn a raw and emotional video posted to social media, Mamas Donuts owner Emily Whiu lifts the curtain on the struggles behind her Hawke’s Bay business. Video / SuppliedWatch26 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand'It got me': Diver surfaced coughing and struggling to breathe before drowningAaron Matthews' friend was on the shore fishing but couldn't save the 43-year-old.26 Nov 04:00 PM
Politics‘Extraordinary courage’: Arbiter decides redress payments for Lake Alice survivors 'The survivors have all shown extraordinary courage and resilience.'26 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain warnings as South Island braces for severe conditionsUp to 230mm of rain is forecast for Westland and the Canterbury headwaters.26 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandClass action filed against Transpower and contractor over Northland outageAbout 180,000 people lost power for days after a tower collapse near Glorit.26 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan dies at Mount Maunganui beachA man has died after being pulled from the water.26 Nov 07:24 AM
New ZealandHot waters ahead: North Island seas hit 'unusual' early-summer highsThe Hauraki Gulf has hit 20C, with warmth stretching towards Australia.26 Nov 05:00 AM
New Zealand‘His laugh was infectious’: Community celebrates life of Monty KnightWayne Brown suggested renaming the hall the ‘Monty Knight Memorial Hall’.26 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandWeather: A bit of a scorcher ahead for Hawke's BaySummer days on the horizon in Hawke's Bay, with temperatures around 30C.26 Nov 03:33 AM
