New ZealandLavender farm a symbol of hope proof that community is still keyLyonmark Estate continues to be helped by its incredible community.12 May 01:50 AM
New Zealand'Just amazing': The gems bringing back some sparkle for flood victimsDeep in the silt, she found her treasures and "bawled". But how to clean them?12 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandThe slash report: Call for halt to production forestry in erosion zonesA report says there are just 5-10 years to "turn this environmental disaster around".11 May 10:51 PM
New ZealandBridging the gaps part of $800m cyclone billThe Hastings district lost 16 bridges and more than 100kms of roads need to be rebuilt.11 May 03:17 AM
New ZealandDisaster-fatigued? How to manage the mental impacts of stormsAn expert explains the signs of disaster fatigue to watch out for after the latest storm.11 May 02:41 AM
New ZealandThe bridge that will connect Napier to WairoaThree months after Cyclone Gabrielle, a bridge to connect Hawke's Bay is almost ready.10 May 09:57 PM
New Zealand‘Heightened anxiety’: The psychological impact of extreme weatherNorth Islanders were again on high alert this week.10 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Major setback’: Public appeal to help save rare kākābeak plant in Hawke’s BayKākābeak numbers are steadily dwindling in the wild - the cyclone didn't help.10 May 04:28 AM
New ZealandKieran McAnulty hears concerns about communication in his new Hawke’s Bay recovery roleHawke's Bay now has a third cyclone recovery minister leading the region's response.10 May 03:19 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMartin Williams: Can mānuka heal the land?Opinion: Mānuka wouldn't just be a band-aid, but a whole new layer of skin.09 May 11:29 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe Gabrielle tree: Mānuka touted as Hawke's Bay looks for flood preventionWhen Bola struck, the response was to plant pine. Would a different tree have been better?09 May 11:22 PM
New ZealandActing Auckland Mayor says council has learned from mistakes made during January floodsIt's a case of keep calm and carry on, says Desley Simpson.09 May 04:31 AM
New ZealandNapier to get permanent St John shuttle; volunteer drivers neededThe cyclone has only highlighted the struggle for those needing to get to Hastings.09 May 03:30 AM
New Zealand'Anything could happen': Piha residents brace for more damage as heavy rain sparks fresh flooding'It's a bloody nightmare.'09 May 02:10 AM
New ZealandFocus: Government to build bridge replacing State Highway 25AThe Government has committed to building a bridge to replace State Highway 25A after it was severely damaged during Cyclone Gabrielle and the Auckland Anniversary flooding. Video / NZ HeraldWatch09 May 01:17 AM
New ZealandFresh rain warnings issued for the Bay of Plenty and CoromandelMore wet weather on the way, plea to be prepared08 May 07:20 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDisasters hit Tower, insurance premiums will riseInsurer's 9,000 claims to cost hundreds of millions.08 May 05:35 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMany truckloads of silt to move in Hawke's Bay's $266m clean-upMoving and disposing of silt is the biggest job in the region.08 May 04:51 AM
New ZealandOrchard waste burning now allowed in Hawke's BayThe Hawke's Bay Regional Council has confirmed orchardists can burn certain vegetation.08 May 03:59 AM
New ZealandAuckland Council cold on compensating private homeowners after floods, buy-outs mootedWayne Brown says central government needs to show leadership around storm-related compo.07 May 11:58 PM
EntertainmentSporting stars set to rub shoulders at one of a kind fundraiserBurgers, Beers and Brilliant Kiwi Sportspeople gather for a cyclone fundraiser.06 May 05:00 PM
VideoWatch: Cyclone Gabrielle - Tough times continue three months onReminders of the devastating destruction caused by Cyclone Gabrielle are ever-present in rural areas of Hawke’s Bay three months on. Video / Neil ReidWatch05 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle three months on: Flashbacks, paradise lost and long winter aheadDeep feelings of heartbreak and loss remain three months on from Cyclone Gabrielle05 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPower returns to Hawke’s Bay: Unison network now fully restored, three months onAnother big step has been taken in the region's recovery from Cyclone Gabrielle.05 May 03:47 AM
New ZealandRatepayers to fund Samoa trip for Hastings mayor and council CEOA friendship agreement will be signed with the Samoan district of Falealili.05 May 03:02 AM
New ZealandReturn or rebuild: The different paths Hawke’s Bay most flood-damaged schools are takingIt might take three years, but kids' laughter will ring out at Omahu School again.05 May 02:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom the MTG: Huia image donated in aid of flood recoveryArtist donates work to aid in the recovery efforts of her Ngāti Kahungunu iwi.05 May 12:01 AM
New ZealandThe cyclone, the $40,000 grants, and the mysterious people deciding who gets themThey were steamrolled by silt and rain. Now they're in a new fight - over grants.04 May 10:24 PM
New Zealand‘That sense of loss’ - Eden Park fundraiser to help devastated cyclone-ravaged communities facilitiesThe Milford Foundation is fundraising for community clubs destroyed by Gabrielle04 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandInteractive map shows bird's-eye view of flooding, silt damage in Hawke’s Bay and TairāwhitiMap was created by Dragonfly Data Science in partnership with Social Wellbeing Agency.04 May 06:19 AM
Small BusinessGovernment funding “hard to get” for small business owners with disabilitiesSmall business owners living with disability have slammed a lack of support.04 May 05:22 AM
PoliticsKiri Allan speaks on Meka Whaitiri meeting; waka-jumping law not triggeredThe bombshell news was confirmed by Meka Whaitiri this morning.03 May 03:37 AM
New Zealand‘A huge job’: $133m announced for silt removal in Hawke’s BayThe Government has announced a big package for the removal and disposal of cyclone silt.03 May 12:26 AM
New Zealand'Profound' impact of storms leads to deluge of insurance claimsThe cost of summer floods is still being tallied.02 May 08:19 PM
