
Cheers and tears as inspirational East Cape trek ends
'My blisters are stinging, but my heart is singing': Sophie Land

Ahipara surfer Jade Nias Phillips, aged 11, wins age group title at AIMS Games
The moment was made extra special by having grandmother Peggy on the beach to see it.

LIGHTS OUT: District council addresses faulty LEDs impacting urban street light network
Council pursuing a warranty claim with original hardware supplier

1 in 10 Far North children could be affected by fetal alcohol spectrum disorder
Far North has big issues from debilitating fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.

'Don't be afraid to be Māori': Annalise embraces te reo
From doubt to pride: 'I am Māori and I know I am Māori'.

Police probing green house bus at property linked to search for missing woman's remains
“Items of interest” were allegedly found at the weekend, but police won't comment.

'Be ready': Heavy rain lashes Auckland, more thunderstorms incoming
A wintry blast will envelop most regions.

Police officer decided to shoot before Shargin Stephens moved toward him – coroner
It was 'abundantly clear' the officer made a decision, coroner says.

'I will always love you:' Inmate's final words to girlfriend before prison death
Dolphy Kohu was facing charges of attempted murder of two police officers.

Watch: Man fuming after ute sandwiches his parked car, then drives off
Jonzy Brandt's insurance had just run out - now his car is likely written off.

New chair for Whanganui's Bason Botanic Gardens Trust
Sam Moore encourages the community to engage with the gardens, both in person and online.

Family appeal for more information after car rammed
A ute rams Jonzy Brandt's unoccupied car during a late-night hit and run in Hastings. Video / Supplied

'We're so stoic': Josh Kronfeld wants blokes to open up about their health
'Too many of the brothers are leaving us early for... stuff that could've been prevented.'

The King Charles job opening that Kiwis can apply for - but there's a catch
Fancy being a new member of the royal household? Now there's a job going with the King.

The Country: Josh Kronfeld on men’s health
Phil Duncan, Josh Kronfeld, Pat Coogan, Todd Clark

Snow warning for SH5 Napier-Taupō Rd; rain on way for Hawke’s Bay
A snow road warning has been issued for the highway.

Men who allegedly kidnapped a person who escaped during a police checkpoint named
The men were caught after being pulled over for a routine breath test.

'Blown away': Man buys wine bottles for $18,000 at auction, immediately gives them back
In a room of more than 300 wine enthusiasts, one man's act stood out on the night.

'Why us?': Family's car fire latest in a spate of suspected arsons
Another Tikipunga family's lives have been turned upside down after blaze.

'Incredibly disappointing': RSA bosses condemn Matamata blackface incident, issue apology
The Waikato district president is working through the issue with the unrepentant branch.

Health risks of eel toxins studied
Wairoa invited to take part in eel consumption survey to understand food safety risks.

Body found in burnt-out car not yet formally identified
The body was found in the front seat of burning car.

Gallant Northland fall short in face-off with Auckland
Tanhiwa come agonisingly close in epic showdown.

Cyclone-stricken pub named people's choice of best Hawke's Bay hospitality
A familiar name then claimed the supreme award in what is possibly its last year.

Obituary: Mayor leads tributes to council watchdog Des Mahoney, who saved ratepayers milions
Far North council critic Des Mahoney's lasting legacy saved ratepayers millions

Make EIT standalone again: Hawke’s Bay mayors want region's polytech back in local hands for 2025
A workforce skilled by a well-run local polytechnic is needed more than ever, mayors say.

Waimea Dam cost continues to inch up
The total cost has climbed to $207.5 million but more are still approaching.