Cat owner told her missing moggie had been found – it was a lie that cost her hundreds
'I was just so ecstatic that my cat had been found and I wasn’t thinking straight.'
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The Ōtūmoetai Pool will remain open and receive funding for upgrades.
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A detour via the peninsula's east coast was the only route option for most of today.
'A city that’s finding its feet again': Businesses optimistic in survey, air connectivity key issue
More than 40% of respondents noted the recovery of international tourism.
Biggest change in NZ history: New proposals for freshwater, infrastructure, farming
'Sorting out our planning rules is critical to boosting economic growth.'
'Huge impact': Subdivision residents concerned about traffic from development
About 200 homes are planned, with access through Rowesdale Drive in Ōhauiti.
'Look up': Public urged to report missing monarch clusters in Hawke's Bay
No winter clusters have been recorded in Hawke’s Bay, which once had multiple known sites.
Primary sector unimpressed by Govt's horticulture reforms
Those in the primary sector say the new targets don’t go far enough.
Big $142,857 Lotto win for small East Coast community
The Four Square Ruatōria store manager said it felt great for a community member to win.
'Heartbreaking': Labour slams National over housing policy
Rotorua MP Todd McClay rejects claims there have been targeted Māori housing cuts.
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$15b boost to NZ economy: Fonterra sets milk price forecast and earnings
Fonterra forecasts a milk price range of $8-$11 per kg for the 2025/26 season.
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One critically injured in ATV crash on rural property, WorkSafe at scene
Emergency services were called to Crownthorpe address on Thursday morning.
100km/h wind gusts: Rain, thunderstorms forecast for Auckland, Northland
A strong wind watch has been issued for Northland from 3pm until 10pm.
New partners sought after sudden closure of Napier bar and restaurant
Good George parts ways with its Napier site owner, which is in voluntary liquidation.
Improving Māori health could boost Hawke’s Bay economy by $120m a year: study
'Hawke’s Bay’s working-age Māori aren’t accessing health care early enough.'
From farm roots to vet career: New graduate's journey to change farmer perceptions
Sarah Fannin wants to work alongside farmers as an asset and an ally for animal health.
'It's pumping': How a rural mother's catering venture became a community staple
A restaurant-quality meal, without travelling to town – it's a thriving business model.
Waikato firewood injuries rack up $2.4m ACC bill
Nationally, 8374 firewood injury claims cost the country $19.9m in 2024.
Rep cricketer emailed club to play social footy, becomes National League sensation
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'Extremely difficult': 45 jobs will be lost in Columbine Industries closure
Columbine Industries in Disraeli St will close in about two months, with 45 roles ending.
The rising toll of pokies and online gambling in Northland
About $40.4 million was lost by players, over three times Kaikohe Library's budget.
'Drenched in blood': Fire chief awarded bravery medal after violent hospital ordeal
Zak Bristow recognised for his actions in protecting staff and patients.
Forgetful pizza store robber leaves police scanner - with his DNA all over it - at the scene
Charles Wilson was on electronic monitoring bail for a series of burglaries at the time.
'Fresh lines of inquiry': Police seek info on 77-year-old's last day
Police are investigating a green and gold 4WD with plate LCP129.
Whakatāne homicide: Women accused of killing 8-year-old boy face additional charges
Rickah'Shae Keefe-Haerewa died after an alleged assault in Te Teko in 2024.
Father, son share recovery update after tragic ATV crash that killed 10yo
The accident claimed the life of 10-year-old Jimmy Schick on May 11.
'Struggling to keep up': Support for banning under-16s from social media
Parents struggle with children’s social media use, fearing harmful content exposure.
Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre sale 'still to be finalised'
It's been 7 years since Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre was put into liquidation.
Motorcycle enthusiast turns 100
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Super Rugby teams: Big names return with playoffs spots on the line
All the ins-and-outs ahead of round 16 of the Super Rugby Pacific season.
Woman charged with injuring pedestrian after allegedly driving into him
Police have charged a 43-year-old woman after a pedestrian was injured.
On The Up: 'Keep Rotorua beautiful' - Dad leads charge for citywide clean-up this Saturday
Volunteers will clean areas like Linton Park and Ngongotahā Skate Park.