New ZealandAre we complacent in preparing for a natural disaster?Opinion: Survival kits, escape plans. Now's the time to think or rethink everything.08 Mar 01:58 AM
New ZealandProgramme filling a need in Tararua District for healthy homesA Healthy Homes initiative has been launched in the Tararua District.08 Mar 01:42 AM
New ZealandRainfall numbers show well above averageThe Tararua District experienced more than its fair share of rainfall the last two months.07 Mar 12:56 AM
New ZealandWai Splash making a splash in rural schoolsTeaching water safety in rural schools is made easier for Wai Splash with their new car.06 Mar 01:32 AM
New Zealand'It will be with me for a while': Police officer on the day the cyclone hit Hawke's BayA Dannevirke police officer was in the thick of it during the flooding.04 Mar 10:19 PM
New ZealandConcerns over proposed speed drops in Tararua DistrictSpeed drops are proposed around schools on local roads.02 Mar 01:28 AM
New ZealandCabaret-style evening comes to NorsewoodDinner and a show coming to Norsewood.02 Mar 01:07 AM
New ZealandCoastal community seeking answers from council on closed gorgeĀkitio residents are worried they may be completely cut off.01 Mar 02:44 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle - Recovery is by building from the ground upRural groups are working together to assess the cost of the cyclone in Tararua District.28 Feb 02:27 AM
New ZealandTararua group’s long journey to Te MatatiniTe Ringa Kaha were welcomed home with a celebration in Dannevirke.27 Feb 02:48 AM
New ZealandAdopt-a-Community supporting recovery effortsCouncils have adopted Tararua District in a campaign to help cyclone-affected communities.25 Feb 09:58 PM
New ZealandWater restrictions in place for Dannevirke residentsTurbidity in the Tamaki River has forced the council to implement water restrictions.23 Feb 01:02 AM
New Zealand“It’s not a sightseeing journey”Tararua District Council continues to warn the public not to drive on closed roads.23 Feb 12:43 AM
New ZealandDonations to Tararua council's relief fund 'fantastic'The Tararua District mayoral relief fund has received an extra boost from Government.22 Feb 03:26 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Dannevirke High sudents’ inspiring efforts to helpStudents at Dannevirke High School are doing what they can for the community.22 Feb 01:48 AM
New ZealandUp to the challenge again - and this time we’re bringing reinforcementsA Dannevirke fire crew are taking up the Sky Tower challenge21 Feb 02:11 AM
New ZealandConnection problems in Dannevirke caused by intermittent powerService provider asks for patience as they work to reconnect communities.21 Feb 01:49 AM
New ZealandConvoys still going out to cut off communities and MP visitsTararua District Council is still working to reach people cut off by Cyclone Gabrielle.20 Feb 01:20 AM
New ZealandReserve among issues discussed by Dannevirke Community BoardA Dannevirke resident has raised the issue of repairs needed at a local spot.20 Feb 01:17 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Devastation in AkitioThe Tararua District beach community of Akitio was ravaged by Cyclone Gabrielle.17 Feb 03:31 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Coastal Tararua District bears the bruntA state of emergency was declared in Tararua District as the cyclone hit.15 Feb 12:57 AM
New ZealandTararua's overwhelmed rural communities need supportSome rural communities in the Tararua District are still cut off.15 Feb 12:46 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Assessing the damage in Tararua districtA number of bridges have been submerged and some communities are still isolated.14 Feb 11:38 PM
New ZealandWatch: Frightening moment bridge bends, breaks away from road in seconds"We noticed the bridge bowing. I thought 's**t' it's going to go!"14 Feb 05:15 PM
New ZealandStudents gaining experience on new Manawatū-Tararua highwayThe partnership sees students working on Te Ahu a Turanga.13 Feb 12:53 AM
New ZealandQuestions raised over Tararua District’s role in climate action planCouncillors question district's role in draft climate action plan.13 Feb 12:17 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPush for Dannevirke farmer and WWII pilot to be honouredPhil Lamason ranked alongside Charles Upham, but his story is not as well known.12 Feb 07:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Heart-stopping moment as car turns in front of fully-laden truckThe car driver cheated certain death by mere inches at the intersection.08 Feb 01:10 AM
New ZealandDannevirke A&P show hot stuff in great weatherGreat weather made the A&P Show enjoyable for everyone.08 Feb 12:51 AM
New ZealandJanuary road repair costs in Tararua District over $2mMore than 100 faults over the roading network were reported in January.07 Feb 10:57 PM
New ZealandSporting Trials up and runningSporting Trials events held in Dannevirke over weekend.07 Feb 01:05 AM
New ZealandSupport pours in for family of 4-year-old killed in crash near Dannevirke'He was an old soul who had big dreams of doing everything - all tragically cut short.'06 Feb 09:50 PM
New ZealandPrecious taonga returned to DannevirkeA preserved female huia, stolen more than two years ago, has been returned.03 Feb 04:24 AM
New Zealand“You can’t help but smile.” The sunflower field helping a family raise money for a good causeOrganic farmers want to put smiles on faces and give money to save lives02 Feb 01:46 AM