New ZealandHawke's Bay councils set rates rises - ranging from 5.2% to 15%Napier's needed bumping to keep library open, Hastings still in cyclone struggle-street.26 Jun 09:40 PM
New ZealandEngineer called in as project to reopen Shine Falls beginsThe track will stay closed until safety is confirmed, DoC says.22 Jun 01:08 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay councils win gongs for cyclone recovery initiativesThree councils were together recognised for a ground-breaking high-risk properties buyout.15 Jun 10:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHis red-zoned home didn't flood – a broken election promise could hamper his fight to returnPeople who 'haven't been able to move on' are being hurt by Govt decision, advocate says.13 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandStreets of gold: Auckland's most expensive streets revealedThe average price of homes on Auckland most expensive street is $11m.11 Jun 12:00 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
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Not fit for a dog': Gisborne tenant reveals harsh realities of rental huntGisborne's median rent on Trade Me in April was $680, the highest in New Zealand.10 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland’s most expensive mansion now worth $73m - jumps almost $15m in latest CVsSee the top 10 most expensive Auckland homes in latest property valuations.10 Jun 01:00 AM
New ZealandRural worries grow over copper network deregulationRemote residents say the possible phase-out of copper networks could be dangerous.09 Jun 11:46 PM
New ZealandAuckland’s long-awaited new property valuations releasedAucklanders can find out their home's new CV from today.09 Jun 10:55 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessOn The Up: Former Olympic swimmer dives into business with waste venturePortaSkip provides mobile skip bins for easy rubbish removal in Hawke’s Bay.08 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'An eerie feeling': The jetboater honoured for his daring rescues in Hawke's Bay floodsPhil Bayens rescued more than 100 people and their pets from flooded homes.07 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDoC decides not to reopen popular campsite damaged by cycloneFamilies used to go to Glenfalls every Christmas for a cheap holiday – now they can't.05 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandStudy reveals main cause of lepto outbreak after Cyclone Gabrielle in Hawke's BayHawke's Bay farmer says he was surprised by how hard the disease impacted him.03 Jun 11:47 PM
New ZealandTweed, balls and bands: Coolest festival in town, winter Art Deco, is backPlans include a Friday night Grand Winter Ball and a free Tweed Ride on Saturday.30 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand'A slap in the face': Tairāwhiti groups react to RMA forestry proposalsPublic consultation on Resource Management Act changes began on Thursday.30 May 05:00 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 ZealandConfidential Auckland blueprint tackles housing intensification, flood risksThe new rules aim to protect against floods while boosting housing near transport.27 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandBudget: Hawke's Bay and Gisborne get $219m to fix Cyclone Gabrielle-hit roadsThe Government has announced a $219 million boost for Cyclone Gabrielle recovery.22 May 04:09 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyNorthcote's Vietnamese-built Elevation apartments near completion'It's been challenging' – Alastair Sawer, chief executive of developer TLC Modular18 May 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Scary and exciting': Deputy Mayor steps down after long tenure'I'll be able to spend my evenings talking to my husband instead of reading papers.'12 May 02:13 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay's climate future revealedThe first climate change assessment report for Hawke's Bay has been released.12 May 01:00 AM
New ZealandFuture of Napier-Wairoa train line still uncertainA decision on whether to reinstate or mothball the train line has yet to be made.11 May 04:08 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely stunning': New $825m highway nears completionThe new highway will open in June, with the exact date not yet set.09 May 01:12 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOn The Up: Digger driver clears 37 tyres from a beach in one dayTim Dodge thought he'd never walk again. Now he's back, and he's determined to help.08 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandGreen light: $9m confirmed for stopbank upgrades in Waipawa'Cyclone Gabrielle has left an indelible mark, and progress like this is so vital.'05 May 05:06 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay's cyclone repairs - a handy timeline of what's comingConstruction on the new Rissington Bridge starts in August, lasting 12 months.04 May 08:40 PM
New Zealand‘Don’t worry mate, I’m not going to leave you’: Bravery medal for cops in Muriwai landslide tragedyThe pair stayed with dying fireman even as second landslide crashed down in the darkness.02 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandOn the Up: Dozens come together to preserve a region's history, one click at a time'Sometimes we just need to stop a little bit and learn from the past.'28 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: NZ’s over-reliance on roads for freight means natural disasters hit even harder. But there is a fixOPINION: Natural hazards can wreak havoc on Aotearoa New Zealand’s freight system. 20 Apr 11:34 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 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
New ZealandOn The Up: Lower Kingsgate Reserve reopens after repairs from Cyclone GabrielleFive footbridges were repaired, and a culvert was replaced during restoration.16 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandWho will pay for a 100,000-hectare problem?Some think the plan could cost up to $1 billion, prompting calls for government support.10 Apr 10:23 PM
