The CountryJack Jensen uplifts rural spirits after Cyclone Gabrielle“A simple conversation can go a long way and so can a simple act of kindness."03 Sep 05:00 PM
The Country'Dealing with them their own way': Vigilante justice, claims looters assaulted at cyclone-damaged homes'If I was a big burly guy and confronted someone on my property, I would do the same.'03 Sep 05:58 AM
The CountryHawke's Bay farmer rapt to move out of Category 3; others still fighting ahead of deadline'I said to them, well I shouldn't be in Category 3.'03 Sep 02:22 AM
The CountryTukituki River gravel extraction area increasedThe controlled area in the catchment was not working for the farming community.31 Aug 04:27 AM
The CountryRuru rescued and poacher caught during Hawke's Bay police operationPolice caught one unlawful hunter and rescued a ruru during a poaching operation.30 Aug 03:57 AM
The CountryCyclone recovery work a ‘privilege’ for ErnieErnie Christison has been well-treated by the locals as he helps with the clean-up.28 Aug 11:13 PM
The CountryHeartless act: Burglars target family who lost everything in Cyclone GabrielleResidents who lost everything in the floods have now been the victims of callous thieves.25 Aug 08:20 PM
The CountryFour-bed house with 'good bones' is yours for free - but there's a heartbreaking catchAbandoned toys lie in the cracks of silt in the lounge, a reminder of what swept through.25 Aug 06:00 PM
The CountryCivil contractors raise $26,000 for cyclone recoveryWhanganui-Manawatū contractors directly supported clean-up efforts in Hawke's Bay.24 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryPlans to prepare rural areas for massive weather events'Being able to tell people you're okay... that is hugely important.'21 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryEast Coast catastrophe: 'A community in crisis'“Turned our land into porridge": Hillsides are still moving, landslides are everywhere.16 Aug 09:30 PM
The CountryPassing the buck: How All Blacks halfback raised funds for Hawke's BayBrad Weber's passes equated to Cyclone Gabrielle relief funds for his province.16 Aug 06:00 PM
The CountrySix months on from Gabrielle, life yet to return to normal for manyTwo families have spent a winter waiting for certainty after Gabrielle's devastation.15 Aug 12:42 AM
The CountrySix months to the day, Gabrielle struck: Honours, heroes and awardsThe Napier Civic Awards are this year specifically for volunteers in rescue and recovery.13 Aug 06:00 PM
The CountryWhy is $7m of relief still to be allocated, six months after Gabrielle?The fund's total donations currently sit at $27 million.13 Aug 06:00 PM
The Country'Significant pockets of devastation': The East Coast six months on from GabrielleThe national state of emergency was declared six months ago today.13 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country‘You can’t just give up’: Life goes on slowly for Dartmoor growerStu Kilmister says orchards might look better, but the people are still recovering.11 Aug 06:00 PM
The CountryWhitebait ban: Trust says priorities delayed rāhui decisionThe trust had been in talks over the ban since April.08 Aug 11:37 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNet loss: Double rāhui for Hawke's Bay whitebait ahead of season openingA whitebait ban is in place - and a stalwart is not happy with the timing.07 Aug 06:13 AM
The CountryHawke’s Bay councils finalise terms of cyclone recovery cost-sharing with Government"The impacts of Cyclone Gabrielle are diverse, far-reaching and complex."07 Aug 03:04 AM
The CountryBreakdown highlights Hawke's Bay road network issuesAuthorities calling for respect from motorists in bridge reopening.03 Aug 04:26 AM
The CountryResidents 'denied a voice' in cyclone recovery effortsCyclone Gabrielle recovery efforts have been criticised by the Human Rights Commission.03 Aug 01:15 AM
The CountryEmbankment to support SH25a had fill tipped into it in the 1960sRoad design of decades ago was not up to extreme weather in the current climate.02 Aug 09:13 PM
The CountryCyclone Gabrielle: $120m committed to Napier-Wairoa roadworksThe investment is in 'immediate works' stemming from cyclone damage.02 Aug 01:03 AM
The Country'A lot of talk, no action' East Coast residents demand forestry changeThe report warned the region had less than 10 years before felling caused land collapse.02 Aug 12:38 AM
The CountryRed Cross gives Northland organisations $300,000 for Cyclone Gabrielle reliefMore than $300,000 for Northland to recover from Cyclone Gabrielle.31 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryNiwa outlook: El Nino brings welcome change to wet winterAfter a wet start to 2023, NZ's north can expect a welcome shift to drier conditions.28 Jul 12:31 AM
The CountryMillions available for Far North to recover from extreme weather eventsFar North residents can apply for Government funding for past and future weather events.19 Jul 05:00 PM
The Country'Wahooooooo!!!!!!!!' Eskdale School rejoices after Ministry of Education reverses rebuild changesEskdale School has been given the news that their original rebuild plan will go ahead.19 Jul 04:22 AM
The Country'Just want to support them': Almost 100km of fencing donated to Hawke’s Bay farmersA free event with plenty of giveaways is being staged in Hastings to help farmers.18 Jul 02:08 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOur forests and our future are entwinedOPINION: We are going to need more forests - both exotics and indigenous -as carbon sinks.13 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'We are a community in crisis': Gisborne mayorTairāwhiti Gisborne has had three states of emergency this year alone.13 Jul 04:50 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThree years to resolve? Nats say demand on assessors dragging out cyclone insurance claimsJust 399 of 3075 claims have been settled, with National saying Australian help is needed.11 Jul 06:00 PM
The CountryMost flood-affected Waipawa properties now Category 1Category 1 means property owners in these areas can now start to rebuild.10 Jul 04:06 AM
