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Concept for new $20m regional park in Hawke's Bay revealed after 'challenges'
The park would be developed on Lagoon Farm, under an airport flight path.
'I refuse to remain silent': Former Hato Pāora College student speaks out as priest is jailed
Father Michael O'Donnell abused students, often targeting them at the tuck shop.
Hurricanes ponder No 10 move for All Blacks outside back
The Hurricanes face the Crusaders on Friday in a crucial Super Rugby Pacific clash.
‘You’ve got to get out’: Lawyer describes court evacuation after bomb threat
Police would only refer to the incident as 'threats'.
Car crashes into power pole in Bulls, one seriously injured
Police said the road was closed until about 9pm.
On The Up: He sold pine cones at 7 - now entrepreneur eyes $1b turnover
Sam Bridgewater co-founded The Pure Food Co.
On The Up: Airline survived Covid and a recession - now for the future
'We would be lost without them in Whanganui.'
Courthouses reopened following alleged bomb threats
The first court was evacuated about 10.45am.
NZDF quietly remove some entry requirements for NCEA levels 1 and 2
Applications surged to 9702 in 2024 after the academic changes were made.
‘I hope to inspire other rangatahi’: Turning adversity into a new business
'I’m just trying to help as many people as I can, that’s my passion.'
Ten things that might be a waste of money
Most people spend money on things they think they probably shouldn’t.
Settled weather for most after late-week deluge and rescue dramas
Some places received almost half a metre of rain in the late-week drencher.
One dead, another critically injured after vehicle crashes into building
Three ambulances and a helicopter responded to the Woodville crash.
‘Intimidated, threatened’: Rogue arborists cause alarm
Police advise residents being targeted to 'close the door and not engage with the person'.
‘Borderline inappropriate’: The Whanganui comedian breaking barriers
'I was always the class clown, the funny guy, even through my gang life.'
Man charged with assault after throwing mystery liquid on parking warden
The liquid stained the warden's skin, clothing, and work equipment, police say.
Region protected by ranges: Why Hawke’s Bay is missing the rain
Hawke's Bay dodges wet weather, enjoying better conditions this weekend.
Police investigate suspicious car fire near airport
Police said the car fire occurred 'northwest of the airport'.
Watch: ‘It’s an engineering marvel’: $824m highway completion draws closer
'The thing that jumps out is it feels like a highway now.'
On The Up: NZME launches editorial campaign to share stories of Kiwi success
Why NZME is launching this campaign – and how you can help us.
Sex offender recalled to prison after watching Sia music videos
Matthew Kelly was also caught communicating with another sex offender.
Police took man to hospital but didn’t warn he was a suicide risk – within hours he was dead
Man had left the hospital and taxied to the airport when police were called to assist.
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‘Worst to come’: Largest weather system of the year to bring a month’s worth of rain
Orange heavy rain warnings have been issued for large swathes of the country.
Jet boat crash: Support floods in for severely injured woman
'Pam gives so much to the community so we wanted to give back to her.'
‘Smarter investment’: $977m regional deal to bolster Northland economy
Northland's regional deal could boost GDP by $977m and create 6000 jobs.
Ngāti Hāua sets sights on self-determination and change
The lead iwi negotiator says jobs, housing and health improvements are priorities.
Police seek driver who fled after cattle truck crash
No injuries to humans or cattle were reported.
‘Edgy’ comedian Jimmy Carr set to return to the NZ regions he previously roasted
The comedian's previous remarks about some NZ towns ruffled Kiwi feathers.
Selling stations: Farm developer on why he's moving on from his 'happy place'
'I feel like that place needs to go now to someone who can take it to the next level.'
Hastings racecourse redevelopment plans coming in ‘next few weeks’
It's now six months since the one slip that stopped racing in Hastings.
Tarzan smashes out ‘pretty gnarly’ Whanganui River adventure
Brenden Hawkins has raised $4600 for mental health and is keen for more challenges.
‘Scammers don’t sleep’: FMA under fire for delayed scam alert after retiree loses $1m
The FMA took 47 days to issue a scam warning, during which a retiree lost $1m.
‘F****n spoon!‘: Truckie’s desperate dodge after car crosses centre line
The bizarre incident was captured on multiple dashcams.
