New ZealandSmoke or fog? Former chairman fumes at council's pollution doubtThe council said it found little evidence for his orchard burnoff claims.12 Jun 04:42 AM
New ZealandThe race for Wairoa: Long-serving deputy taking on mayor for top jobDeputy Mayor Denise Eaglesome-Karekare has had five terms – now she wants the top job.12 Jun 01:52 AM
New Zealand'Moved around like cattle': Rough sleepers in makeshift CBD camp trespassedThe council says the operation was necessary due to antisocial behaviour.11 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandFrom motel owner to mayoral candidate: Steve Gibson vows to curb Hastings rate risesOne woman he visited in Hastings 'burst into tears' over how hard it was to pay.10 Jun 08:12 PM
New ZealandVandals remove third chicane as Tamahere road safety row intensifiesResidents complained the chicanes were dangerous and installed without consultation.10 Jun 05:50 AM
WorldThe surprising benefits of goats in modern workplace wellnessGoats are increasingly kept in Japan for their spiritual healing effects.09 Jun 10:00 PM
New Zealand'We want to stay': Deane pitches China cabin idea but homeless reluctant to leave CBDTiny Deane wants to import cabins from China to house the homeless.09 Jun 09:40 PM
New ZealandWhy Hawke's Bay households will pay more for water by 2026Separate water bills will replace current rates bills.09 Jun 02:22 AM
New ZealandA leaking 'taonga': $15k grant to help save school poolChildren have been learning to swim in the Clive School pool for more than 76 years.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'There's a place for you': Dairy Women's Network on Moving DayAround 5000 dairy families and herds relocate to new farms from Moving Day to mid-June.06 Jun 04:59 PM
New ZealandFunding to help Fordlands thriveUp to 145 youths join free sports activities every Monday at Bellingham Crescent.06 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand'We are always on edge': Māori trust's fight against resort developmentLocal Māori claim the resort has depleted shellfish and fish stocks.05 Jun 03:27 AM
New ZealandCouncillor: If your name’s on illegally dumped rubbish, a fine could be coming your way'This is exactly the kind of smart, enforceable change our communities need.'04 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: A teen's view on living with the impacts of climate changeRising tides are swallowing our islands, forcing families to move inland.04 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi adventure camp operator charged after boy severely burned on school tripCharges against the trust have been laid at Christchurch District Court. 03 Jun 10:43 PM
New Zealand'Distasteful': Last-ditch legal bid to stop crematorium beside supermarketA crematorium in the middle of the village is a burning issue for some in Havelock North.02 Jun 11:24 PM
WorldAustralian mum accused of killing 3yo daughter dies in prisonLauren Flanigan, 32, was found unresponsive in her cell days after the incident.02 Jun 01:03 AM
WorldNigeria floods leave more than 150 dead and more missingMany people are unaccounted for after floods in Mokwa, Nigeria.01 Jun 11:28 PM
New ZealandWild-born kiwi find causes a buzz in Hawke's Bay'Sure enough, here is this beautiful little bird hunkering down in a hole.'01 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandDargaville water crisis: Businesses face losses and residents raise health concernsRepair work will take time as Dargaville's 5000 residents asked to stop using water.31 May 12:09 AM
New ZealandChallenger for Central Hawke's Bay mayorWill Foley aims to strengthen urban-rural connections in Central Hawke’s Bay.30 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Loud and proud': The charismatic mayor who turned up to every event for nine years'In hindsight, I should have shared the load with councillors.'29 May 10:23 PM
New ZealandGold Coast Kiwis offered flights home amid homelessness crisisThe Nerang Neighbourhood Centre is offering repatriation flights for New Zealanders.28 May 04:53 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: 'Keep Rotorua beautiful' - Dad leads charge for citywide clean-up this SaturdayVolunteers will clean areas like Linton Park and Ngongotahā Skate Park.28 May 01:48 AM
New ZealandHBRC unveils new flood management plan for Wairoa RiverMayor Craig Little stresses the importance of mitigating flooding risks.28 May 12:58 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: 'We are living in peace' – concert celebrates Indian and Pakistani unity in Hawke's BayThe Virsa Heritage Music Festival promotes peace and unity among cultures in Hawke's Bay.27 May 06:00 PM
KahuIwi driver licencing scheme sees 178 people licensed “It was a bit scary, but being on the marae was amazing," one driver said. 27 May 03:00 AM
LifestyleHow one man's passion for tradition and giant kūmara is empowering Northland youthMalcolm Wano and Kiahara Takareki Trust in Moerewa want to inspire young people.23 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Very uncomfortable': Cops called after man approaches teen on beach to take photosPolice discussed acceptable behaviour with the man after the incident.23 May 12:37 AM
New Zealand'Treating us like sheep': Why Napier fisherman plans to skirt around beach barriersSteve Dean says he’ll be driving the long way along the beach to his usual fishing spot.22 May 04:27 AM
New Zealand'Rewarding journey': Long-serving Hastings councillor steps downHastings councillor Malcolm Dixon retires after 12 years to spend more time with family.22 May 02:28 AM
New ZealandCouncil's pivotal meeting to decide fate of key Wellington projectsMore than 3000 submissions were received for the amended long-term budget.21 May 09:02 PM
New Zealand'No longer feels like the organisation I loved': Napier council staff bristle at job-loss plan'We were told we're a family and we look after our own.'21 May 08:08 AM
New Zealand'Pretty damn lucky': Two off-duty lifeguards rescue drowning swimmer in Piha surfLamont and Sam Johns launched a rescue boat to save the 26-year-old.21 May 04:23 AM
