New ZealandHawke’s Bay bowlers make strong start at National Summer GamesHawke's Bay has sent 50 athletes to contest six sports in Christchurch.11 Dec 09:24 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Completely out of the blue': Hastings artist wins $100k residency in New YorkAna Iti almost missed the phone call that would change her life.11 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandAs young boy battles leukaemia, family finds comfort in Ronald McDonald HouseRonald McDonald House says surging demand means they can no longer accommodate everyone.11 Dec 05:00 PM
All BlacksAll Blacks star dominates NZ Rugby awardsArdie Savea has taken out New Zealand's biggest rugby prize for the third time.11 Dec 08:00 AM
New ZealandMultiple arrests after meth found in wastewater testingDrugs, weapons and cash were seized as part of the operation.11 Dec 07:15 AM
New ZealandPolice use of force 'unjustified', but not after man threatened to harm himselfThe IPCA finds police misunderstood their powers and entered the man's house unlawfully.11 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandBeach community faces toilet flushing restrictions as water source runs near-dryCouncil water tankers are now trucking in supplies to keep taps running.11 Dec 02:40 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: From primary school dream to 50-year dance legacy for two best friends'When we were 10 years old, we started to talk about opening our own school.'11 Dec 01:06 AM
New ZealandNapier and Hastings passengers given worst rating in country by Uber driversIt's not 'Grinch territory', but a 'timely reminder small courtesies make a difference'.10 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandHastings is getting 180 new bus stops - not everyone’s happy'We bought this house without a bus stop and we don’t want one now.'10 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Luxury lodge designer plans downsize from $25m waterfront mansion, and real estate star sells upPlus, meet the former pro-golfer set to transform The Luxury Network NZ.10 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'No plans to ship to the US': Tariffs bite into apple grower's profits“Until the tariffs are gone, it will be difficult to make a dollar.”10 Dec 01:37 AM
New ZealandHastings makes a splash as bombers chase Z Manu World Champs grand final spot'Outstanding qualifier: supportive crowds and a record number of registrations.'10 Dec 12:19 AM
New ZealandParole board lifts Mark Lundy media interview ban and curfew, but keeps porn limitsThe Parole Board has lifted Mark Lundy’s curfew after six months of freedom.10 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandTeenage Dirtbag hitmakers to play intimate show for 200 people in NapierA Napier man's bringing a band to his hometown with a hit so big it still reverberates.09 Dec 10:22 PM
New ZealandJudge tells court-martialled, dismissed soldier Jackie Te Weehi her actions were destructiveThe Army corporal has been dismissed from the NZDF and sentenced to a term of detention.09 Dec 05:09 PM
New Zealand'Buy a Central HB landmark': Huge historic homestead with truffle farm for saleTruffles, history and a luxury retreat all in one could be yours at Wallingford.09 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandGirl dies after falling from quad bike driven by father into mower towed behind Her father and another relative rushed to the girl’s aid but she was in a 'dire condition'09 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPrincipal defends $18.5k Queenstown trip as Auditor-General flags schools' travel spendingOther flagged trips include a $29,458 overseas tour and family travel to Rarotonga. 09 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandNapier MP Katie Nimon returns to Parliament with baby boy'Lots of people have come over for cuddles, he’s a bit of an attraction.'09 Dec 02:22 AM
New ZealandSub-four-minute mile for Havelock North runner in the USKarsen Vesty did what only 51 Kiwis have managed before – and still finished 11th.09 Dec 12:51 AM
New ZealandPine forest owner praises response as 5ha Hawke's Bay blaze containedThe fire was detected early by one of Pan Pac's contractors.08 Dec 10:58 PM
New ZealandBOP duo dominate superbike series openerThe series now moves to Manfeild this weekend before Whanganui’s Boxing Day finale.08 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandSurprise tsunami: Scientists solve riddle of freak wave that set off warning gaugesA 25cm tsunami wave hit Napier without an earthquake to trigger it.08 Dec 09:05 PM
New ZealandFrom shearer to doctor: A remarkable career change pays offThe former shearer began medical retraining at age 27.08 Dec 09:04 PM
New ZealandAuditors call out NZ schools for spending on boat cruises, travel for principalsAuditors flagged thousands spent on cruises, overseas trips and staff retreats.08 Dec 07:37 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Part formed' hill development up for mortgagee saleThe developer is confident he can still keep the property, earmarked for 20 homes.08 Dec 05:46 PM
New Zealand'The first thing that goes is a little treat': Boutique bakery's plea for support'I kind of feel like I owe it to myself to give it one last shot.'08 Dec 05:40 PM
New ZealandWater restrictions may tighten before Christmas for Napier and Hastings; dams low for some farmersDry conditions across Hawke's Bay are having a big impact on farmers and residents.08 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandSweltering summer temperatures continue for NZ with more heat alerts possibleTemperatures are forecast to remain in the low 20s to high 30s during the next few days.08 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand$33k setback for sacked council manager who said laws were 'stupid'Simon Mutonhori's legal action was described by a judge as 'overlong and complicated'.08 Dec 07:00 AM
New ZealandCatherine Wedd confirmed as National’s Tukituki candidate for 2026 electionFirst-term MP Catherine Wedd will be asking for another three years in the seat.08 Dec 03:59 AM
New ZealandStill two more days of 3OC left as Hawke's Bay bakes in December warm spellHastings is forecast to ease from 31C Monday to 26C by Thursday.08 Dec 02:49 AM
New ZealandFireworks, floats and Santa draw massive Hawke's Bay Christmas crowdsMore than 12,000 people packed Marist Rugby Park for the Christmas concert.07 Dec 11:54 PM
