PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRotorua's Cyclone Gabrielle repair bill set to riseCombined estimates from councils bring the cost of Cyclone Gabrielle to over $16m.21 Apr 02:13 AM
New ZealandFlood-stricken brewery in Eskdale releases special beerThe new beer, Back on the Horse, will raise funds for first responders.21 Apr 01:10 AM
New ZealandWestern Bay estimates summer storm damages to cost between $15 to $20mTauranga City Council estimates the cyclone's damages to cost close to $400k.21 Apr 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFlood fallout: Council plots new build rules for storm-lashed areasPeople want a home they don't have to flee when dark clouds gather, says Lyall Carter.20 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandForeign buyers and cyclone recovery hot topics during Luxon’s Tukituki visitChristopher Luxon came to Tukituki fresh with a raft of farming policy announcements.20 Apr 06:23 AM
New ZealandMajor changes underway for Hawke’s Bay Civil Defence when Gabrielle hitA new review has been announced, but one from 18 months ago had already found problems.19 Apr 10:26 PM
New Zealand'Supporting them as much as we can': Mount RSA donates $18k to cyclone reliefEarlier this month, Red Cross granted $1 million to the Hawke's Bay Disaster Relief Trust.19 Apr 06:11 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay growers need rule change to burn flood debrisRegional council faces difficult decision about debris.18 Apr 04:35 AM
New ZealandWork to begin on temporary access to Marainanga GorgeContractors are working on repairs to the road through Marainanga Gorge.18 Apr 03:09 AM
New ZealandGovernment seeks to meet demand for flood-relief grantsAn extra $25 million added to the pot for businesses seeking cyclone-relief grants.18 Apr 02:27 AM
OpinionThe Hits: Destruction brings a tear to the eyeI thought of the people still coming to terms with such immeasurable loss.18 Apr 02:01 AM
New ZealandRiver protections: Regional councils ‘hopeful’ over Budget bidA plan to invest $257m to speed up 92 river projects across NZ has been revealed.18 Apr 01:24 AM
New ZealandBoom times ahead for Hawke's Bay, Tukituki MP saysAnna Lorck says the rebuild of Hawke's Bay will bring significant benefits to the region.17 Apr 01:49 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay's Civil Defence response to Cyclone Gabrielle to be reviewedEight people died, and hundreds were forced on to rooftops, most without warning.17 Apr 01:20 AM
InflationFood prices jump again in March, but what’s biting into our wallets?Food prices rose again - with groceries up nearly 14 per cent in a year.16 Apr 10:55 PM
New Zealand‘High’ risk of water pipe failure found before cyclone - reportOfficials already knew the main supply for East Coast city was vulnerable.16 Apr 06:23 PM
New ZealandHastings District promises to change inequities in rates relief systemDecisions around rates relief after Cyclone Gabrielle has caused some frustration.16 Apr 02:54 AM
New ZealandRNZAF team show their aerobatic skill over NapierThe Royal NZ Air Force's Black Falcons gave Hawke's Bay a salute with an air performance.16 Apr 01:02 AM
New Zealand‘We’re here 'till June’: Hawke’s Bay census ground teams continue outreachCensus collectors say they have been given a warm reception in flood-hit Hawke's Bay.14 Apr 03:50 AM
New ZealandMaking room for rivers: The flooding conversation that Hawke’s Bay needs to haveWidening Hawke's Bay rivers would come at a huge cost, but it could also save billions.14 Apr 03:12 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Supermarket vouchers help cyclone victims recoverHawke’s Bay residents tap into $150,000 gift card fund to restock the pantry.14 Apr 03:04 AM
InflationInflation hits tradies hard as disaster recovery continuesPrice of supplies surging, but many traders don't want to charge more, survey finds.13 Apr 05:22 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay businesses’ cyclone grants demand more than double available funds Hawke's Bay's Chamber of Commerce says demand for their grants exceeds available funding.13 Apr 05:07 AM
New ZealandFund announced for research to help recovery from cyclone and Auckland floodsFund to support scientific research to help recovery in areas hit by Cyclone Gabrielle.13 Apr 01:48 AM
New ZealandMuch of the woody debris on Hawke’s Bay beaches is pine - but it is not slashA Hawke’s Bay Regional Council report found beach debris was a mixture that included pine.12 Apr 04:28 AM
New ZealandTararua District a focus of repairs for flood protectionMore than $9 million in damage done to stopbanks, spillways and drains in the district.12 Apr 03:05 AM
New Zealand'Emerging risk': Fire more than a kilometre long in cyclone wood debrisPeople trying to clear wood debris from their cyclone-hit properties resort to burning it.12 Apr 12:19 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘We just want to get on with it’: Reopening of highway brings welcome boost to hospitality businessesSH1 re-opening over Brynderwyns main factor behind busy Easter, business owners say.11 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Agencies still processing hundreds of grant applicationsThree major relief funds have allocated millions to Hawke's Bay between them.11 Apr 03:31 AM
New Zealand$10m of Kaipra works cut to help pay for cyclone, storm damageCyclone Gabrielle damage to Kaipara leads to $10m of works being deferred.11 Apr 02:34 AM
New ZealandMarker in the ground: The sign that says an Esk Valley holiday park will rebuildA fisherman spotted an object floating in the ocean near Māhia. It came from Esk Valley.11 Apr 01:33 AM
New ZealandStopgap fix for damaged rail bridgeKiwRail working to get rail line open for the peak freight season.10 Apr 11:51 PM
New ZealandOmbudsman visits cyclone-hit, downtown Louisville shooting & potholes patched up | Focus Morning Bulletin: 11 April, 2023 Ombudsman to visit cyclone-hit communities, Louisville shooting kills five and how many potholes has Waka Kotahi patched up in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald Watch10 Apr 05:33 PM
New ZealandNorthland news in brief: New water supply; and Northlanders to receive New Year’s HonoursNews snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.10 Apr 05:00 PM
