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Farmer sentenced for neglecting hundreds of sheep

MPI said the farmer's lack of care resulted in 55 sheep being euthanised.

The Chase is on: TVNZ commissions four-episode quiz show special Downunder

Successful applicants will have to cover their own travel and accommodation costs.

Ariki Rigby’s killer under protective custody after jailhouse ‘hit’ put out on him

Ariki Rigby's murderer says inmates make serious threats of physical violence towards him.

Ex-All Black warns of 'weakened' French threat

Aaron Cruden says the All Blacks can't afford to take France lightly, despite omissions.

Is the winter cold blast here to stay? Snow dumps in parts of the country

Temperatures dropped to 2C in Wānaka and Queenstown overnight.

Advocates urge tighter gun licence rules amid fears people slip through the cracks

Gun Control NZ calls for five-year licence renewals instead of the current 10.

Payment disputes: Kāinga Ora apartment project hits roadblock

Little has happened at a Kāinga Ora-owned building site in Rotorua for months.

Fertiliser company ‘committed to learning’ from worker’s tragic death

WorkSafe says safety practices at the factory failed to account for workers' reality.

‘Once in a generation’ teen gets White Sox call-up

'Her raw talent across all aspects of the game is truly exciting.'

Police delay rollout of mental health changes for second time

Police reschedule phase two of reducing support in mental health callouts after advice.

Concept for new $20m regional park in Hawke's Bay revealed after 'challenges'

The park would be developed on Lagoon Farm, under an airport flight path.

Kaipara lifts water restrictions after steady rain boosts supply

A 22km pipeline will help Dargaville's water supply but not until the end of 2026.

Golf course review: Cape Kidnappers turns 21 and looks great as ever

Golfing paradise got a makeover.

‘Oh god’: Vehicle crashes into lake, person seriously injured

Motorists are advised to expect delays on State Highway 30 near Wharetoroa Rd.

Gisborne families to be housed as 10 new Kāinga Ora homes blessed

New tenants, previously in temporary housing, move in next week.

Waipukurau housing project on track, mayor worries plans don’t reflect identity

The project aims to build 950 homes on 50ha over 20 years.

Rugby: Rookie Magpie gets Under-20s NZ call-up

Will Cole came from Wairarapa to Hawke's Bay to play premier rugby.

'It’s such an enduring show': Behind the scenes at Hyundai Country Calendar

Each episode involves a five-day shoot, focusing on real people and settings.