WorldAt home known for holiday lights, a dad decorates for possibly the last timeHe is still planning a 300-hour lights display, now built with family and friends.21 Dec 07:55 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay disability advocate Jim Edwards retires, dreams of final waka tripJim Edwards has supported disabled Hawke's Bay locals into work since 1989.21 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandThey want 13 people at their bach for Christmas, but toilet flushing's restrictedRegular showers, laundry, dishwashers, and constant toilet flushing are off the table.20 Dec 08:27 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyFarmers, companies fined $108,000 for Waikato dairy effluent dischargesThe effluent discharges were all in Te Awamutu area in March or August 2024.19 Dec 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Long overdue': Olympic swimmer backs hometown's plan for its first 50m poolThe council will put more than $5m into expanding a school pool to Olympic length.18 Dec 08:16 PM
ChristchurchThe charity making sure no kid misses out this XmasThis year's waitlist is growing with five to 10 new pleas for help daily.17 Dec 11:00 PM
CrimeKiwi house hit by vandalism and arson, causing $15k damage and lost incomeThe break-in shut down life-support systems in kiwi enclosures overnight.17 Dec 10:53 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay lifejacket libraries: Where to borrow free gear this summerThe free libraries let anyone borrow a correctly fitted lifejacket for the day.17 Dec 10:36 PM
New Zealand'Fantastic response' as Tiny Town reopens at Splash PlanetYear 10 Karamū High School students designed every feature of Tiny Town.17 Dec 10:34 PM
Lifestyle O Christmas Tree: Another community festive centrepiece hand-made by volunteers wrecked Locals in a small township can't believe 300 hours of hard work has been destroyed. 17 Dec 10:17 PM
New ZealandLower rates, fewer services: Tauranga seeks sacrifices to meet rates capThe cap would limit annual council rates rises to a maximum of 4%.17 Dec 09:58 PM
New ZealandTauranga's $306m civic precinct: Who should pay?Councillors voted to use asset sale profits first to reduce project debt.17 Dec 06:00 AM
WorldYoung cop shot in head at Bondi faces long recovery as family speaks out for first timeJack Hibbert, 22, was shot in the head and shoulder on December 14.17 Dec 06:00 AM
WorldTeenage boy arrested on suspicion of murdering 9-year-old Aria ThorpeAria Thorpe died at her home in Weston-super-Mare on Monday.16 Dec 10:59 PM
New ZealandCouple whose home burned down step up as neighbour faces same situation'We know insurance doesn't cover everything, not by a long way.'16 Dec 04:00 AM
WorldAuthorities seek Brown University gunman as they release person of interestTwo students are dead and nine others wounded, all from Brown University.15 Dec 08:47 PM
WorldChristmas fireworks falsely blamed on ‘Islamists’ after Australia shootingThe viral clip spread from Australia to India, Britain and the United States.15 Dec 08:33 PM
New ZealandDebris flow fallout: Queenstown construction giants sentenced over hillside slipThe slip damaged 10 homes and forced 41 people to evacuate Reavers Lane.12 Dec 04:44 AM
New ZealandSteady incomes, empty cupboards: What 'surprised' mayor during foodbank visitMayor Mahé Drysdale said the visit underlined the need for affordable housing in Tauranga.11 Dec 11:03 PM
New ZealandHastings makes a splash as bombers chase Z Manu World Champs grand final spot'Outstanding qualifier: supportive crowds and a record number of registrations.'10 Dec 12:19 AM
New ZealandStaff infection: Gastro outbreak at Canterbury school after shared morning teaStaff fell ill after a shared morning tea at the Canterbury school.08 Dec 03:45 AM
WorldFirefighter killed, homes destroyed as bushfires rip through NSW and southeast QueenslandMore than 18 homes have now been confirmed destroyed on the Central Coast.07 Dec 11:30 PM
WorldLifeguards save dog swept a kilometre out to sea by rip currentAn AirTag on Sadie’s collar let her owners race to the beach in time.07 Dec 08:56 PM
New ZealandCaravan hurled over car as tornado leaves trail of damage at campgroundA shed housing live electrical switchboards was destroyed by the tornado.03 Dec 03:50 AM
New ZealandA place in Napier for young people to hang out, that's been made by young peopleNapier’s youth will help shape a new hub in the heart of the city. 02 Dec 10:37 PM
WorldFour dead, 10 wounded in suspected targeted US shootingSan Joaquin County detectives say the attack appears to be targeted.30 Nov 06:11 AM
New ZealandGunshots, pig carcass, roadblocks, a missing cat: Police probe a village on edgePolice investigating at remote village that has a long history of disputes. 27 Nov 09:00 PM
AucklandFinal chapter in bitter wrangle as Waikaraka Park’s $11m speedway opens after revampCourt action was lodged over the lawfulness of the council decision to move the speedway.27 Nov 12:30 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay Christmas Cheer appeal: Which items are of 'particular need' this yearDonations will be accepted until December 23 across Napier and Hastings.26 Nov 11:27 PM
New ZealandSmall Northland park joins elite list with first international Green Flag AwardPou Tu O Te Rangi Harding Park is one of five NZ winners this year.26 Nov 11:23 PM
ChristchurchNZ’s largest indoor sport and aquatics facility to open in DecemberThe $300m Parakiore complex sits on Moorhouse Ave in central Christchurch.25 Nov 09:26 PM
WorldHow one short hospital trip became a massive bill for a young familyWithout insurance, the Yoders faced the full bill for their toddler’s transfer.25 Nov 06:31 PM
WorldTeen charged with murder after 17-year-old stabbed in Sydney parkPolice say the 17-year-old suffered a single stab wound to his thigh.25 Nov 03:40 AM
Opinion‘We saw you on the morning show’: Huge interest in new community fundOPINION: Page visits for the Whānau Voice Grant have surged by 87% in two weeks.24 Nov 03:00 PM
