The CountryState of Emergency declared in Gisborne, Sponge Bay residents left without powerA month's worth of rain has fallen in just 24 hours, with homes under threat.04 Nov 06:38 AM
The CountryToxic algae: Health warning issued for Lake Ohakuri and Lake MaraetaiPeople should avoid any contact with the lake water.03 Nov 04:57 AM
The CountryMorrinsville rallies community to give tiny bat and other wildlife a fighting chancePredator Free Morrinsville is being launched on Saturday with a working bee - all welcome.03 Nov 04:30 AM
The CountryTwo men missing from notorious Raglan fishing spotThe men, aged 52 and 44, failed to return from their fishing trip yesterday.01 Nov 12:46 AM
The CountryRooks get wings clipped as landowners dob them inA large rook population can completely destroy entire paddocks30 Oct 07:30 PM
The CountryTokoroa has well-loved Pine Man backAfter his three-month "surgery" the iconic sculpture is still looking a bit green.26 Oct 06:13 PM
The CountryDigital net catches more wildlife offendersDoC's new electronic infringement system led to 250 notices and 200 warnings24 Oct 09:23 PM
The CountryCoal and agriculture put Waikato ahead in emission statisticsA collective effort is needed to reduce the region's carbon footprint.13 Oct 11:30 PM
The CountryCouncils demand major changes to Three Waters plansStronger action is being demanded on consultation, asset ownership and local input.07 Oct 09:24 PM
The CountryThe 90% Project: The city that's toppled Kaikōura as vaccination Top TownThis city also has the third-lowest population of unvaccinated people at 13 per cent.06 Oct 06:04 PM
The CountryLuckless godwit forced into mid-flight U-turnUnusual mid-migration misadventure has trackers closely watching next move01 Oct 06:12 PM
The Country'Sorry': Dad of missing Marokopa family apologises to sister after 17-day searchAmid tears, family hear the words they hoped for from missing dad of three: 'I love you'.30 Sep 05:02 PM
The Country'17 days of hell' for family - missing dad, kids survived in bush for three weeks'I talked to him for about two minutes and there were lots of tears.'30 Sep 02:24 AM
The CountrySH29 Kaimai Range likely to be closed for much of the dayFive nearest water take consent holders on the path of this spill have been contacted.27 Sep 09:05 PM
The CountryPiako planting protects life-supporting capacity of freshwaterScheme is part of government's $1.2 billion Jobs for Nature programme27 Sep 08:48 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThree Waters Reform divides Waikato councilsMost councils take a mild stance towards reform, but some voices ask for stronger position27 Sep 03:25 AM
The CountrySheep milk supplier Maui Milk eyes expansionAll elements of the business to be combined under one entity: Maui Food Group Limited.23 Sep 11:00 PM
The CountryTrespassers inspire couple to start festivalSelf-invited visitors taking pictures with cherry blossoms lead to the spring celebration.21 Sep 11:06 PM
The CountryLack of immigrant workers leaves farmers to rely on familyDairy farmers say they're having to get their children to help with work just to get by.20 Sep 08:30 PM
The CountryFather and 3 kids missing since Saturday, vehicle found at beachPolice have released the names of father and his three children missing near Kawhia.14 Sep 12:03 AM
The CountryFisherman rescued from 8m cliff after getting swept off rocks at RaglanThe man had been swept off rocks while fishing but was eventually rescued.05 Sep 10:42 PM
The CountryFish & Game urges 'sensible' fishing trips during lockdownsFishing freedom not an invitation to meet with your mates for a beer down at the river01 Sep 02:19 AM
The CountryBoaties caught breaking the Covid-19 rules will be reportedCompletely unacceptable: Boating and island hopping not permitted at Level 4, says DoC.26 Aug 11:26 PM
The Country'Incredibly dangerous': Train surfer rides rail service in the WaikatoThe man was arrested after being spotted riding on a container of a freight train.24 Aug 10:15 AM
The CountryWaikato Regional Council lays 44 charges against Huntly landfillNo court date has yet been set for Puke Coal's director to appear.16 Aug 02:32 AM
The CountryPork producers' petition asks for equal standardsThe petition asks for imported pork to meet the same standards as locally grown meat.14 Aug 11:28 PM
The CountryFarmer who cheated death flags fatigue risksLocal farmer raises awareness for fatigue and burnout after almost drowning in effluent14 Aug 06:08 PM
The CountryDrag racing for tractors packs heavyweight sprintsService mechanics have key role in producing NZ's food and fibre10 Aug 07:05 PM
The CountryRural awareness a special focus of Rail Safety WeekPedestrians and drivers urged to wake up to the risk that trains pose09 Aug 11:40 PM
The CountryCouncil says 'good job farmers'Only 7 per cent found to be significantly non-compliant.06 Aug 05:30 PM
The CountryScholarship to aid student's urban forests researchThe content of the project is unlike any other research in the world today04 Aug 03:11 AM
The CountryPrisoners grow plants for Department of ConservationWaikeria prison horticulture trainees donate 7000 plants to DoC for Whangamarino wetland.02 Aug 11:13 PM
The CountryDoC to investigate rare orchid's mysterious reproductionRangers and a research team looking at how to save swamp helmet orchids in Whangamarino01 Aug 10:25 PM
The CountryKiwi winemakers Invivo join the medal haul with golds at NY AwardsThe Waikato winery is riding high after taking out three gold medals and two trophies.01 Aug 02:33 AM
