New Zealand18,000 strikes in electrifying 19hrs: Severe warning issued as storms continue, slip closes gorge It follows a day of wild weather including several reported mini-tornadoes.15 Jan 09:41 PM
New ZealandHot summer lifts Splash Planet revenue by $150k despite fewer open days'We are seeing good numbers through the doors without getting to capacity.'15 Jan 02:20 AM
RetailHuge queues as EB Games' closing down sale sparks rush for final dealsShoppers queued at stores from Albany to Whangārei for sale discounts of up to 50%.15 Jan 02:10 AM
New Zealand‘It’s devastating’: Generations-old eel population wiped out in Wairoa stream14 Jan 10:19 PM
New ZealandFor sale: Hawke's Bay property with 'deep-rooted history and colourful story'14 Jan 09:58 PM
New Zealand'A tragedy': Road worker died after being hit by truck on Napier-Taihape Rd13 Jan 11:25 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘I freely admit it has been more challenging’: Seymour on charter schools pushDavid Seymour says the authorisation board will be proactive in encouraging conversions. 13 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Big region of instability': Heavy rain and thunderstorms set to pummel NZThunderstorms are most likely for western North Island areas later this week.13 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandSlick 800m on the cards for Potts Classic athletics in HastingsThe two Tauranga Sams are set for a Hastings duel on the track. 12 Jan 09:01 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: It's important locals support independent supermarketsOPINION: Competition is healthy, and smaller operators offer shoppers an alternative. 12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWet change coming: Low-pressure system on way after scorching spellA heavy rain warning could be issued for Thursday across Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough.12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandToo hot to handle: Hawke’s Bay brewery shuts early as region hits 37CGodsOwn Brewery in Maraekakaho shut early as the pizza kitchen hit 45C.12 Jan 03:32 AM
New ZealandDiving tragedy: Man dies in evening incident off Mahia PeninsulaEmergency services were alerted at 9.20pm after the man was found in the water.12 Jan 01:47 AM
New ZealandSamoan chief convicted of slavery and human trafficking set to be sentencedSlavery convictions like Tuai’s are believed to number only five in NZ history.11 Jan 08:05 PM
New ZealandHomes evacuated amid North Island forest fires as temps across NZ remain high Many centres in the North Island were pushed towards heat records on Sunday.11 Jan 06:05 PM
New ZealandHigh temperatures to persist across NZ on Monday with some showersMany centres in the North Island were pushed towards heat records today.11 Jan 08:58 AM
New ZealandNZ swelters as North Island cities top 36C, roads blocked in South Island as wild winds fell treesMultiple heat alerts in place today across the country, posing an 'extreme' fire risk.11 Jan 06:14 AM
New ZealandAuckland beach reaches 'vehicle capacity' and is blocked off by council'We encourage people to explore other locations to find a place to cool off,' council said11 Jan 03:39 AM
New ZealandBoutique living in restored Cri upstairsOne Criterion Hotel was destroyed in the earthquake. The next had two big fires.10 Jan 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Extreme caution': Heat alerts as furnace-like temps strike NZHastings is forecast to reach 38C tomorrow, with Napier close behind on 36C.10 Jan 06:10 AM
New ZealandHeat alerts for 15 centres amid scorching temps, severe gales pose 'extreme' fire dangerThe MetService-issued heat alerts include several holiday hot spots.10 Jan 12:26 AM
New ZealandThree injured after tractor and car collide in Hawke's BayAuthorities were alerted to the crash shortly before 10am. 09 Jan 11:07 PM
New ZealandHeat alert as weekend highs tipped to climb into 30sGisborne is forecast to hit 32C tomorrow, with a 33C peak on Sunday.09 Jan 03:14 AM
New ZealandFree week of bus travel as Hawke’s Bay unveils biggest network shake-up in yearsAll GoBay services will be free for all passengers from January 25 to 31.09 Jan 03:14 AM
New ZealandPakipaki vegetation fire prompts evacuations as Hawke’s Bay heat risesNapier and Hastings remain on Level 3 water restrictions as heat and demand intensify.09 Jan 01:34 AM
New ZealandSunday sizzle: Temperature forecast for Hastings soars to 38CSix days out, 34C was predicted – two days out, the pick is now 38C.08 Jan 11:19 PM
New Zealand'Records could roll': Heat alerts issued, forecast temperatures to reach 38CHastings is now forecast to reach 38C on Sunday, with 36C expected in Napier.08 Jan 11:13 PM
New ZealandTwo dead after crashes in Hawke’s BayTwo motorcycles collided mid-afternoon at a rural intersection.08 Jan 09:09 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyHow schoolboy Craig 'Postie' Innes turned First XV freedom into a pro rugby careerInnes now lives in Hawke's Bay, working as a rugby agent and school supporter.08 Jan 04:01 PM