New ZealandHawke's Bay has first division Lotto win, $333,000 prize still unclaimedStaff are prepped in case the winner comes back into the store.08 Dec 10:26 PM
New ZealandLand planned for multimillion-dollar Kaipara development for saleDargaville Racecourse was set for a major development but the plan is no longer on track.08 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandPills for cows and 'light recipes': Tackling methane emissionsScientists, industry leaders, and farmers met to discuss technologies and hurdles.08 Dec 09:39 PM
New Zealand‘You couldn’t sit on that’: Toilet-goers furious as long drops vandalised'We do not want to close these, but if they continue to be damaged we may be forced to.'08 Dec 09:14 PM
New ZealandQueen of Hearts bans Christmas in Alice's new pantomimeFamily-friendly 'Alice in Cuckooland' mixes adventure, wit and audience participation.08 Dec 08:40 PM
New ZealandBoost for shearing numbers in the North at Whangārei ShowA new event with combined novice, junior and intermediate handicaps helps with entries.08 Dec 08:32 PM
KahuMedical cannabis company secures $1.2m to boost growth amid tough marketRua Bioscience CEO Paul Naske is adamant: 'We are here for the long term.'08 Dec 08:28 PM
New ZealandWaikato amps up for massive festival and concert seasonOne of the gigs is Sublime with Rome who are on their final tour.08 Dec 08:23 PM
RugbyMāori All Blacks to host Six Nations side in WhangāreiScotland will face the Māori All Blacks in Whangārei, their first meeting in 25 years.08 Dec 07:00 PM
KahuMokopuna launches clothing line celebrating Dame Whina Cooper's valuesThe collection honours land march pioneer's enduring values.08 Dec 06:57 PM
New Zealand'Incredible': Staff secretly renovate colleague's home after terminal diagnosisThe Stoney Creek team renovated an employee's home, showing great care and compassion.08 Dec 05:46 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTourism chief warns of decline as Hawke’s Bay council confirms funding to be axed'Who does not benefit from a website that has over 600,000 visitor sessions per annum?'08 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand64,000 trees planted to 'recloak' Te Mata PeakTe Mata Park Trust finishes its native planting, enhancing Hawke's Bay's iconic location.08 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandHarbourmaster warns boaties must have wreck-removal insuranceRegional council wants divers from wrecked boat to pay for its clean up.08 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Kāinga Ora decision to shun wool in state housing is baffling and must be reviewedOPINION: Ignoring a Government directive, the move is another blow to NZ's wool sector.08 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Could’ve lost my child': Mum's reaction after toddler escaped over daycare fenceThe centre offered an apology to the mother and has taken 'full responsibility'.08 Dec 04:00 PM
KahuThe innovative new game that uncovers hidden stories Hayden Hape is excited by the innovative new game and what it could bring to the district.08 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Super’ Christmas parade in PāpāmoaThe float parade had everything from Spider-Man to live sheep.08 Dec 03:17 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerSpark's 40% plunge: What went wrong for the telecom giant?OPINION: Spark removed from global index, share buyback questioned as debt rises.08 Dec 03:00 PM
New ZealandOne person in critical condition following Waikato crashMotorists are being asked to avoid Paeroa-Tahuna Rd.08 Dec 08:50 AM
New Zealand'Lost something we weren't willing to give up': Rider killed in triple fatal crash a mum of threeLesley Brooks, 46, was a member of the Road Pirates MC. Cause of crash remains in doubt. 08 Dec 06:53 AM
New ZealandPolice probing whether car was on wrong side of road after three motorcyclists killed: Club presPolice said it was too early to comment on the cause of the crash.08 Dec 04:25 AM
New ZealandArmed police close major route through WhangāreiArmed police have closed major road through Whangārei as an incident unfolds08 Dec 03:23 AM
New ZealandCity considers installing fluoride-free water tap at the borderSupplying unfluoridated water to Tauranga locals will be discussed at a meeting on Monday.08 Dec 03:03 AM
New Zealand'We don't feel safe': Police pursue 'stolen' car through Hamilton, residents on edge after crimesA resident says police gave chase, and arrested four youths.08 Dec 02:49 AM
New ZealandNorthland and other regions at high risk for wildfiresHigh fire risk in Northland: 'Avoid lighting fires' as winds worsen dry conditions.08 Dec 01:55 AM
New Zealand'High degree of culpability': Luxury Waiheke vineyard convicted and fined after long legal battleThe vineyard was earlier acquitted after blaming noise readings on 'chirping crickets'.08 Dec 01:23 AM
PoliticsChildren’s Minister disappointed but ‘relieved’ bootcamp absconders found after alleged carjackingIt follows the tragic passing of one bootcamp participant due to a car accident.08 Dec 01:06 AM
New ZealandThousands of people flock to Whangārei's 143rd annual A and P ShowThousands flocked this year's A and P show in Whangārei.08 Dec 12:57 AM
New ZealandZ Manu World Champs: Tauranga event showcases Kiwiana diving skillsTauranga Z Manu World Champs celebrates splashy jumps with skill, style, and competition.07 Dec 11:50 PM
New ZealandBuilder made false insurance claim on $1.3m policy after build was damaged by heavy rainHe told the client he had taken out $2m in cover, but hadn't. Then it rained.07 Dec 09:48 PM
New Zealand'Perfect storm': Spike in fire risk sparks prohibited season'We’re trying to avert the possibility of catastrophic wildfires in Hawke’s Bay.'07 Dec 09:20 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe Hawke's Bay company building affordable school classrooms in eight weeksThe offsite classrooms cut costs by more than half.07 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandFergus Morunga: From stutter to success, a true Lindisfarne leader'Comfortable being uncomfortable': as he graduates from Lindisfarne College.07 Dec 05:00 PM
