New ZealandPoor work blamed for Cape Rēinga slip, while climate change floods trackFill which was poorly placed, then paved over, contributed to the slip in May 2023.09 Jul 07:01 PM
New ZealandHow to care for pets during a disaster: Workshops to be held across NZThe training will be offered in workshops around the country.09 Jul 03:25 AM
New ZealandTuriroa bull sale recharges WairoaNothing was going to stop the 80th annual sale.08 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGovt cuts millions from coastal mapping project; fears communities 'in the dark'Before the cuts, up to 85% of the coastline was going to be mapped. Now it's up to 40%.08 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMany were hit hard by June 26 flooding in Wairoa, including fire brigadeCFO Luke Knight and fellow volunteers were on the job with fellow firefighters at 4.30am.08 Jul 01:51 AM
New ZealandWairoa flooding has worsened housing woes: iwiA critical need: Wairoa iwi trust urges Government to provide social housing.07 Jul 11:46 PM
New Zealand‘I saw some terrible stuff’: Retired rural hero reflects on Cyclone GabrielleWhen the cyclone struck one retired farmer knew he had the skills to lend a hand.07 Jul 07:49 PM
New ZealandPM visits flood-damaged Wairoa, promises $3 million for clean upPrime Minister Christopher Luxon travelled to Wairoa this morning to meet with the mayor and victims of the floods. Video / NZ HeraldWatch05 Jul 11:53 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTe Awanga seawall: 200m 'ecoreef' proposed to protect council assetsProject aimed at protecting flood-prone area.04 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland businesses feeling the pinch offered workshops, mentoringASB economists warn about Northland’s outlook but help is on hand for businesses.04 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Big milestone': Co-op a beacon of hope to Gabrielle-hit PākōwhaiThe once-thriving hub has been restored to its former glory.03 Jul 12:04 AM
PoliticsGovt launches 'urgent' review into Wairoa flood responseThe community had expressed concern the bar at the river mouth hadn't been opened up.02 Jul 11:38 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhat the region wants from $1.2b infrastructure fundAwatoto flood protection, housing and roads funding, and water security on the wishlist.02 Jul 09:14 PM
New ZealandPM plans Wairoa visit; families rehoused at holiday parkThe Prime Minister has hinted at a possible review of the management of Wairoa River.02 Jul 01:16 AM
New ZealandFlooding will re-traumatise locals - psychologistPsychologist says the memory of Cyclone Gabrielle is still raw.01 Jul 11:04 PM
OpinionOpinion: Climate change and insurance - are you thinking enough about risk?OPINION: Insurers, reinsurers have faced unprecedented levels of claims in recent years.30 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandA story of joy and hope: The pig, the cyclone and the refuge of a muddy mattressLucky the pig has grown into a big book star.29 Jun 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti storms a wake-up call for NZ infrastructureOPINION: This week's severe weather shows the critical need for infrastructure investment.26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay battles floods: Homes evacuated, power cut off, roads closedThousands were left powerless, homes were inundated and rocks pummelled roofs.26 Jun 06:24 AM
New Zealand'Only machinery': Diggers lost in bid to open Wairoa River barWairoa contracting team lost three parked digger during a mission to open the bar.26 Jun 05:35 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBuilding skills for a housing future after Cyclone Gabrielle in Wairoa'There’s such a huge age range of learners - from school students to grandmothers.'24 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAir NZ sales boss on setting fares and the best time to get a bargainAirline sales boss says customers are feeling the economic pressure.23 Jun 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPost-Treaty settlement group expresses interest in buying 50% of Hawke’s Bay AirportIf purchase goes ahead it would make Mana Ahuriri Trust the airport's largest shareholder.21 Jun 06:00 PM
KahuWaipatu Marae welcomes Governor-General for tour of cyclone damageDame Cindy Kiro is visiting the East Coast to assess damage from Cyclone Gabrielle.19 Jun 06:59 PM
PoliticsSimeon Brown says proposed cuts for emergency road repairs 'challenging' for councilsNZTA is consulting on changes that will give councils less money for road repairs.19 Jun 06:45 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLego and lawn work: MokoBoys take indigenous excellence to world stageSharing the excellence of indigenous rangatahi is key to the hui.19 Jun 12:28 AM
New Zealand'Makes me feel sick': School principal blasts Actura NZ after cancelled space school tripOne student won a scholarship for the trip after being rescued during Cyclone Gabrielle.17 Jun 12:59 AM
New ZealandDramatic change: Photos of much-loved but unsafe waterfall shows huge height differenceThe area is unsafe due to big damage, slips and tree falls.14 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Killing our community': SH2 Napier to Wairoa road repairs far too slow, mayor saysA mayor is fed up with the repair work 'taking far too long' on the major highway.13 Jun 11:12 PM
New ZealandWhy apples could be in short supplyNZ Apples and Pears said the exportable crop was 11 per cent lower than estimated.12 Jun 11:11 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Hawke’s Bay regional councillors failed to ‘read the room’OPINION: We are listening. Let’s hope it shows in our future decisions.10 Jun 12:17 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay flood projects get faster consenting processStreamlined consenting would only be available to applications lodged by councils.09 Jun 09:36 PM
New ZealandPlan to use 350,000 cubic metres of cyclone silt for Napier housingThe council says the proposal is a 'win-win', but there are some health concerns.09 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThree Northland projects in line for new regional fundingAll three projects have resource consent, are construction ready.07 Jun 05:00 PM
