New ZealandGisborne resident fights council over property red-stickered bachHigh fences and danger signs line many properties on Makorori Beach Rd.04 Jul 05:00 AM
New ZealandFlooding closes BoP road, over 100mm of rain recordedAll heavy rain warnings have been lifted for the region, but more rain and hail possible. 03 Jul 10:55 PM
New ZealandThunderstorm risk for top half of the North Island, heavy rain watch for Wairoa A thunderstorm has already popped up in Taranaki, which suffered flooding yesterday.03 Jul 10:16 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAppeal withdrawn over unlawful removal of Te Urewera hutsTe Uru Taumatua has withdrawn its appeal against the High Court ruling.03 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandRates and CVs: Why your rates may rise even as property values fall Auckland's rates increased by 5.8%, while Wellington's rose by 12%.03 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCourt holds forestry directors accountable for environmental complianceThe 940-hectare forest poses environmental risks due to erosion-prone terrain.03 Jul 06:00 AM
New Zealand'We might have lost him': Gisborne boy suffers another setback in cancer battleCharlie-James, 5, is battling a relapse of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia.02 Jul 08:00 AM
New ZealandGisborne rates to increase by 9.95% on average, $400 or less for most residentsRate revenue will rise by 9.95%, with the first instalments to be sent this month.01 Jul 05:00 PM
SportLockerRoom: Teen hockey star ditches Australia for NZ, makes Black Sticks debutNina Murphy is set to play against the USA, bringing speed and skill to the team.01 Jul 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGiant-killers: Liston College's dramatic rise in Auckland 1A rugbyRotorua Boys' retained the Moascar Cup, defeating Napier 29-7 in wet conditions.30 Jun 02:01 AM
New ZealandGisborne highway speed limits kept low after strong community supportMore than 1200 submissions were received during the six-week consultation.30 Jun 12:39 AM
OpinionOpinion: We are one bad rainstorm away from disasterSlash and sediment from logging are major issues in steep hill forestry.29 Jun 06:00 PM
RacingRising star: Shaun Fannin's quest for steeplechase success with JeskoFannin plans to target the $200,000 Grand National Steeplechase in August.27 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWorkSafe trial over waste shredder death adjourned The judge will reserve his decision after an August 8 hearing.27 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Step in the right direction': Council to investigate land return to hapūThe decision comes after a petition signed by more than 2500 people.26 Jun 10:19 PM
New ZealandPolice seize vehicles and cash during Gisborne meth search warrantsPolice seize cash, cars and motorcycles in a Gisborne methamphetamine operation 26 Jun 04:12 AM
New Zealand'Watching over us': Pou whenua unveiling start of Rangatira Marae's path forward for rebuildThe pou is dedicated to Wi Haronga and serves as a guardian for the project.24 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool Rugby'His death has had a huge impact': Napier First XV's inspiration Coach Willie Tran praised his team's character after a tough first half.23 Jun 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyLost their way: Auckland Grammar fall to Sacred Heart in tough contestChristchurch Boys' High won a thrilling match against St Thomas 61-40.23 Jun 04:25 AM
New ZealandTransport operators outraged over condition of SH2 bridgeMore than 2000 vehicles use the bridge daily, including nearly 1000 trucks.23 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandNorthland retirement village residents rally for urgent law changesPublic consultation on the Retirement Villages Act review began in 2023.22 Jun 05:00 PM
RugbyEx-All Black tells of surviving 'terminal' cancer and battling brother for black jersey At 15, Greg Cooper was told he had only six months to live.21 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand'We'll keep the fire burning': Ngāti Oneone remains committed to land reclamation protestAn online petition supporting the hapū has over 1950 signatures.20 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandFrom top to bottom: Gisborne slumps to last on economic scoreboard, locals still optimisticResidents say there is more to the story than Gisborne's economic ranking suggests.19 Jun 06:00 AM
New Zealand'It could save your house': Family’s safety warning after ‘worst nightmare’ fireA Givealittle page to support the whānau had raised just over $19,000 in seven days.18 Jun 05:00 PM
RacingPlatinum Diamond leads strong contender trio in Ōtaki featureLisa Latta's top pick for Ōtaki is Platinum Diamond.18 Jun 06:37 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyAll rentals must meet five Healthy Homes standards by July 1Heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture and draught-stopping standards all coming in.17 Jun 11:00 PM
BusinessRural vs urban economy: Who's doing 'the hard work' and which regions are booming?ASB has released its Q1 Regional Economic Scoreboard: Food exports make an impact. 17 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandSunshine follows chilly start before wet weather returns for MatarikiOne South Island spot fell into the double figures below zero this morning.16 Jun 10:44 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWhy Rotorua's First XV victory over Hamilton is one for the agesKing's College celebrated a 23-17 victory over Auckland Grammar, securing the Cooper-Greenbank Cup.16 Jun 05:01 AM
New ZealandLawyer praises council's low job settlement costs of $123k over six yearsThe average annual settlement cost was $20,540.5.14 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Residents have every right to be upset over cell towersOPINION: Who wants a giant, ugly, industrial-looking pole near their home?13 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Drinking, urinating, littering': Gisborne booze ban extension gains majority support80% support adding Kaiti Memorial Park and areas around Kaiti School to a ban zone.13 Jun 07:00 AM
New Zealand'We still have that risk': Thunderstorm chance remains in north, skifields to open in south The wet weather has also caused a mudslide that's blocking a North Island highway. 12 Jun 10:19 PM
