New ZealandHow a free service fights loneliness with calls from caring strangersThe free service providing companionship and conversation is staffed by volunteers.04 Jan 10:15 PM
New Zealand'Lucky to not be dealing with a fatality': Second incident of car driving into policeThe incident occurred between Kokopu Block Rd and Otaika Valley Rd around 8.45pm.04 Jan 10:13 PM
New ZealandTwelve sizes smaller, 3kg removed: Mum speaks of 'life-changing' breast reduction surgery'Oh my god, they’re beautiful,' she said when she saw her new breasts for the first time.04 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandAbuse survivors' group backs man’s move to reject King’s Service MedalFears survivors of abuse in faith-based institutions will be 'ghosted' in redress system.04 Jan 07:51 PM
New ZealandMedical lab staff to strike for pay parity, impacting services nationwideMedical lab staff to strike for 24 hjours on Wednesday and Friday 04 Jan 07:02 PM
CrimeVerbal abuse, intimidation and brawls: Courtroom chaos as violence escalates Court violence surges with 450 assaults in five years; security breaches under scrutiny.04 Jan 05:25 PM
New ZealandHow to make sweet chilli sauce - from your own chillies, no lessThe Country looks back at some of the biggest and best stories of the past 12 months.04 Jan 04:01 PM
TravelNZ's Best Beach 2025: Which beaches will take on the reigning champ?The search for New Zealand's best beach returns - vote now!04 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPine pollen discovery nothing to sneeze atThe Country looks back at some of the biggest and best stories of the past 12 months.04 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe Country: Winston Peters on raising Super ageThe Country looks back at some of the biggest and best stories of the past 12 months.04 Jan 03:59 PM
New ZealandSummer disrupted: Why forecasters are picking a ‘cool lean’ for first half of JanuaryTemperatures forecast to reach 'laughable' 14C in capital tomorrow amid southerly pattern.04 Jan 02:58 AM
New Zealand'All the hard work paid off': Basketballer picked to represent NZ in new teamHow sport helped a bullied boy find his happy place after a traumatic brain injury.03 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandMan accused of murdering Hamilton baby keeps name secret for nowSuspect remanded in custody after special hospital bedside hearing. 03 Jan 09:21 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOne Bay council pays over $20m a year in debt interestDebt is climbing for all but one council in Hawke’s Bay. Here is how much each has.03 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandYour entries in our summer photo competitionEntries are flooding in for the Hawke’s Bay Today, Harvey Norman and Canon NZ competition.03 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandRoundabout exit to nowhere: What was supposed to go on a piece of land in limbo?Bunnings' 3ha Hastings land remains unused after failed store bid due to fertile soil.03 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandDomestic tourists dominate Northland’s bustling summer beach sceneNorthland beaches packed with tourists, drawing crowds from near and far.03 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘It’s an honour’: Hair artist on transformative power of dreadlocksClients travel from Auckland to Houhora for Haley's expertise in creating and maintaining dreadlocks.03 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandPastures past: Where have all the lambs and wool gone?The Country looks back at some of the biggest and best stories of the past 12 months.03 Jan 04:01 PM
New ZealandThe Country Fast Five: Meet Greg and Dansy CoppellThe Country looks back at some of the biggest and best stories of the past 12 months.03 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZSA Northland Short Story Competition – high school winnersThe themes of the stories were diverse.03 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘It’s got mana’: Families share enduring bonds with Northland schoolsSome families have attended the same school for more than five generations.03 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘A month of two halves’: Wettest December in Gisborne after warm startThe first half of December in Gisborne contradicted with the second half weather-wise03 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandScraping by in the 1950s: We had no fridge but we ate like kingsThe Country looks back at some of the biggest and best stories of the past 12 months.03 Jan 03:59 PM
New Zealand'He'll be watching': The legacy of the Rotorua rangatira on the 20 cent coinHis legacy spans 300 years, he's travelled oceans, and he's on our 20 cent coin.03 Jan 03:55 PM
New ZealandBeachgoers watch as fire crews battle hilltop blazeAs of 3.45pm four fire trucks and 3 helicopters were on site.03 Jan 06:27 AM
New ZealandYoung people tried to save drowning man at Ōmaio - kaumātua'They tried to bring him back and then get him on to the beach and resuscitate him.'03 Jan 05:22 AM
New ZealandThe four summer activities that racked up $16.5m in ACC payouts in one region'You don’t want to spend your summer holiday in A and E.'03 Jan 03:01 AM
New ZealandSilver Muse visit a successSilver Muse brought more than 500 passengers to Gisborne; Norwegian Sun here Monday03 Jan 01:25 AM
New Zealand‘Serious concerns’: Appeal for help to find man missing for two weeks.The Tauranga man was reported missing in Hamilton on December 19.03 Jan 01:16 AM
New ZealandHow Noel Harris went from legendary jockey to mentor extraordinaireHe has been recognised in the 2025 New Year Honours.03 Jan 01:05 AM
New ZealandMetService issues heavy rain watch for Wairoa this SaturdayExpect wet weekend in Hawke’s Bay; southerly winds bring rain and cold.03 Jan 12:35 AM
New ZealandRuatōria community offers cash and labour after kura hit with vandalismTe Puna Reo o Raparapaririki was hit with extensive vandalism overnight on Monday.02 Jan 11:53 PM
New Zealand'All emergency services are en route': Injuries after crash on SH3 in King CountryOne person is in moderate condition after the two-vehicle crash.02 Jan 11:10 PM
