Code brown? Huntly's 'crappy water' issue continues
One resident feels “disgusted and ripped off” for having to pay rates for “crappy water”.
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Retirees’ heartfelt letter to intruder: ‘We have to start small, and we want to start with you’
Catherine Walbran saw a tall figure in a hoodie before the intruder fled.
‘Why not me?’: Mum of seven pursues dream to retrain as mechanic
Māori and Pasifika student numbers at MIT and Unitec are rising.
How family violence in Whanganui compares to seven years ago
'I think victims and survivors are reporting more these days.'
NZ’s fruit wins in competitive Vietnamese produce market
Vietnam is now the fastest-growing economy in Southeast Asia.
Can red meat recover its glorious past?
OPINION: New Zealand could tap into a hungry market – after all, the world loves meat.
Northland to boast second-highest structures in NZ as wind farm takes flight
Northland's wind farm will have 12 turbines, each 206m tall.
‘Disappointed’: Residents warn of representation impact in electorate proposal
About 1300 voters may move to the Napier electorate for the 2026 election vote.
Far North council pushes for separate climate zone to cut building costs
MBIE says any changes must go through a formal review process.
‘Once you get the bug’: Father gears up for boxing comeback
Dylan Pearce returns to boxing after seven years for Bay Boxing on the Dock.
‘Expect delays’: Major highway closed after serious crash
SH2 near Mangatāwhiri is closed in both directions, causing significant delays.
‘Treated like an animal’: Gang member involved in mob killing kept in kennel as a baby
The three-day sentencing came to an end with lengthy jail terms handed down.
‘Bedlam’: First responders’ attempts to help pedestrians hit by motorcycle
People raced to help a husband and wife who were sent 'flying' in a motorcycle collision.
Review into absconding bootcamp youths more than a month late
The review was supposed to be days away from release in mid-February.
‘No wait time, no booking, just turn up’: Te Poho-o-Rawiri Marae hosting mobile health clinic
A nurse and paramedic staff the monthly clinic kaupapa, called Poua te Ora.
‘Puppy dogs of the spider world’: Huntsman sightings increase in Napier
Experts confirmed the spider as a Huntsman, highlighting its growing presence.
Wairoa’s updated flood plan protects more homes and Māori land, showgrounds still to go
The Government contributed $70 million for Wairoa’s flood protection.
More than 12 times the police force, 60 arrests: Holiday data from summer hotspot revealed
Charges included assault of police, threatening to kill and dangerous driving.
Paerata Abraham regains NZ Shears open speed shear title
Wairarapa shearing contractor Paerata Abraham beat his employee, Llyr Jones.
Homecoming match: Trailblazing ref set for milestone game
International rugby referee Natarsha Ganley will finally be on home turf in Whangārei.
Car crashes into house in Greerton, Tauranga
A car has crashed through a fence and into a house.
Genesis boosts coal stockpile, preps for potential power shortfall
Genesis may start a third Rankine for extra power during emergencies.
‘You stink like Rotorua’: Aussie influencer’s offensive promo text message
The geyser capital's mayor says 3 million visitors a year prove the city's popularity.
Vape products taken in alleged robbery – police seek footage
Officers arrested one person at a Tauranga address today.
Hawke’s Bay: Kererū Gorge rebuild nears completion while Puketapu Bridge opening extended
Kererū Gorge and Puketapu Bridge rebuild projects are nearing completion.
Champions celebrated: Northland’s sporting stars shine at awards night
Whangārei boxer Lani Daniels won the Supreme Award at the 2024 Northland Sports Awards.
‘Do the mahi’: Outgoing business chief’s advice on leadership and job seeking
Hard work pays off, says outgoing Rotorua Business Chamber head.
‘A staple’: Activewear brand expands in NZ after milestone launch
An activewear brand known for high-performance sportswear is opening in the Bay of Plenty
$135m distributed last year by iwi to members
Distributions paid have increased by around 35% in the last five years: Phil Barry, TDB.
‘We will make better decisions’: Mayor on iwi council appointments
A pōwhiri was held for the three tangata whenua representatives.
‘Could have been different’: Quick response saves school library from fire
The fire was caused by an air ventilation fan.
Interactive: Who could win your electorate under proposed new boundaries?
If the new boundaries had been used at the last election, these winning MPs may have lost