World'Incredibly disturbing': Salmon die-off fuels election debatePieces of dead salmon have washed up on Tasmania's Verona Sands beach.29 Apr 06:17 AM
New ZealandCrane barge removal under way after capsizing at Tauranga marinaThe barge capsized on March 31 in Tauranga Bridge Marina.28 Apr 08:58 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessTwenty new buildings planned for Takapuna campground siteDetails are out with big plans for the much-loved beachfront site on the waterfront.28 Apr 02:00 AM
BusinessAuckland unit owner fined $7k for 'unsightly' bird feedingNeighbour gave evidence of droppings and effect of those on his use, enjoyment of place.27 Apr 10:00 PM
New ZealandCycling champion honoured for trailblazing work in NorthlandSteve Gwilliam recognised for having a 'remarkable impact' on Northland's cycle trails.25 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandNapier council's new barriers frustrating fishermen: 'The beachfront is being closed off'Timber barriers are appearing along Marine Parade to stop vehicles.25 Apr 12:00 AM
New Zealand Two recycling workers tried to put out North Shore blaze until it 'exploded'It's believed the fire was likely caused by lithium batteries. 24 Apr 11:13 PM
New ZealandFormer 'highest-risk road' reverts to 100km/h speed limitThe speed limit on SH2 will revert to 100km/h by July 1, 2025.23 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandTararua mayor set to be challenged for top spot by a councillorTracey Collis is facing a challenge for the top position from Scott Gilmore.23 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Incompetence': Reserve neighbour slates delay to fell rotting treeHe says it shouldn't have taken him 'jumping up and down' to have it cut down.21 Apr 11:20 PM
New ZealandCommunity effort: Hundreds unite to tackle invasive seaweedAround 500 tonnes of the marine pest were moved above the high tide line in four days.21 Apr 02:44 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Gizzy Kai Rescue and Tairāwhiti Environment Centre teaching food waste reductionThe initiative builds on the work that the organisation has done for nearly seven years.20 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandResidents protest at rates on cyclone-affected landsWairoa residents see property values halved, yet face higher rates.19 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandVolunteer firefighters seek equal ACC coverLocal fire chiefs urge support for a petition to aid volunteer firefighters.18 Apr 11:02 PM
New Zealand‘Inaction is not an option’: Mum wants neighbour’s tree removed after Cyclone Tam frightGirl, 10, and nanny had lucky escape when part of a tree fell on a car they'd just exited.18 Apr 01:56 AM
New ZealandDazed petrel found under fire appliance at Whangārei StationSea birds became disorientated by the storm, landing exhausted in urban areas.17 Apr 11:00 PM
New Zealand11 men hang on cross for Easter exhibition at churchNearly 400 volunteers prepared for the Easter exhibition's various displays.17 Apr 04:55 AM
New ZealandHow a new stopbank will protect Waiohiki from future floodsThe new stopbank will run from Redclyffe Bridge to Napier Golf Course.16 Apr 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionWhat submitters say about Anna Mowbray, Ali Williams' helipad applicationAll 1397 public submissions are out: 91% or 1277 opposed, 108 supporting, 12 are neutral.16 Apr 04:11 AM
New ZealandRuapehu mayor demands answers over delays to rural health centreRuapehu's mayor says the community is being ignored over the Raetihi centre.11 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up - Volunteering from home: The trend adding even more value to NZ's $4b industryHelping others remotely has surged since the Covid pandemic.11 Apr 05:05 PM
New Zealand'She died in my arms': Dog's death sparks road safety campaignSurf instructor wants the speed limit on a coastal road reduced to 30km/h.11 Apr 01:16 AM
New Zealand'We cannot do this by ourselves': Ministers listen to iwi leader's plea over meth crisisPolice Minister Mark Mitchell plans to visit Northland for further discussions.11 Apr 12:29 AM
New Zealand'We churn out athletes': Push for indoor sports hub to support Tairāwhiti athletesThe facility may be built opposite Gisborne's Midway Surf Rescue Community Hub building.10 Apr 04:59 AM
Politics'False economics': Union blasts Health NZ's proposed job cutsEach team member recovers $430,000 annually, says the PSA.09 Apr 08:03 PM
EnergyShocking: Alpine Energy owes electricity customers $16.9m after accounting error Commerce Commission warns Alpine Energy over "serious and preventable” breaches.08 Apr 10:08 PM
New ZealandCryptosporidiosis outbreak: Second swimming pool drained after ill person attends lessonA symptomatic person attended a swimming lesson last weekend.08 Apr 02:38 AM
New ZealandWaipukurau housing project on track, mayor worries plans don’t reflect identityThe project aims to build 950 homes on 50ha over 20 years.08 Apr 01:28 AM
New ZealandCryptosporidiosis outbreak numbers soar beyond yearly averageThe region has had more cases recently than it normally has in a year.07 Apr 03:30 AM
New Zealand‘Nearly called an ambulance’: Mum describes horror symptoms amid crypto outbreakThe Lower Hutt woman said her husband looked like he was having a seizure.05 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandTsunami siren removed due to lack of community consultationNorthland's new tsunami siren system will be tested at 10am tomorrow.04 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandWellington crypto outbreak: Health NZ issues fresh warningMore cases of contagious bug reported since March 21, particularly in the Hutt Valley.04 Apr 03:08 AM
New ZealandOffal dumped in river could be what’s left of A&P Society’s stolen sheep'While we can’t say for certain ... its close proximity raises serious concerns.'04 Apr 12:54 AM
New ZealandHow a midlife volunteer found purpose in Hawke’s Bay Civil Defence'I thought maybe I could get involved ... maybe I could be of some use.'03 Apr 12:13 AM
