WellingtonHow 'country kids from Wairarapa' went from one school bus to national transport companyTranzit's top dogs still get behind the wheels of their buses every now and then.26 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Rare white kiwi spotted returning to burrow in broad daylightMapuna means “prized” or “precious” in te reo.25 Aug 11:00 PM
Kahu'Stay in your lane': Seymour weighs in as 100 church leaders back Māori wards100 churches plan workshops to prepare communities for the Māori wards vote.17 Aug 07:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandNZ receives 1500 refugees each year but Hawke’s Bay doesn’t settle any. Why?09 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumConstructionNew Zealand's top 10 busiest house builders - how they cope with downturn06 Aug 10:00 PM
LifestyleNZ’s best toasted sandwiches have been revealed. Here’s how to make them at home05 Aug 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Someone knows what happened': Probe after infant suffers critical 'non-accidental' injuries01 Aug 02:10 AM
WellingtonMass murderer denied parole for 16th time, reveals motive for killing his kids23 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRanfurly Shield-winning prop retires at 28 due to 'head knocks'Joel Hintz's proudest moment was lifting the Log o' Wood as his side arrived in Napier.28 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingHansells owes $10m to staff, ANZ, IRD and company linked to the Hart familyCompany linked to Graeme Hart bought company after it went into receivership. 18 Jun 01:34 AM
New ZealandHospital machete attacker broke wife's lover's skullFuatai Iona had repeatedly refused to give his wife a divorce in the preceding months.18 Jun 01:06 AM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingHart family business acquires Hansells Masterton out of receivershipWalter & Wild, the new owner, initially placed Hansells into receivership.17 Jun 04:45 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil GiffordPhil Gifford: Why Stu Wilson remains a unique All Blacks legendHe famously blew air kisses at Wallaby David Campese in 1982.09 Jun 02:45 AM
New ZealandCHB beaten by Wairarapa Bush in historic Tikokino matchWairarapa Bush overran Central Hawke's Bay, scoring 40 points in the second half.02 Jun 11:39 PM
RoyalsOlympic champ and ex-Govt ministers among King's Birthday Honours 2025Almost 190 Kiwis have been recognised, including a former All Black.01 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTaratahi Agricultural Training Centre sale 'still to be finalised'It's been 7 years since Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre was put into liquidation.28 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandMan charged with seven counts of arson after Masterton church firesIt comes after a manhunt for 44-year-old Michael Kane McRae. 18 May 04:44 AM
New ZealandMSD office in lockdown after new threat, police on siteLast week, a man fired a gun at someone at the Ministry of Social Development’s office.14 May 03:48 AM
New ZealandTragic end to search for missing Masterton man'This was not the outcome we were hoping for,' police said.10 May 03:42 AM
New ZealandGun allegedly fired in MSD office, man chargedNo one was injured during the incident, police confirmed.06 May 02:57 AM
KahuPlunket scheme vaccinates fewer than 100 babies in five monthsPlunket vaccinated fewer than 100 babies since its December soft launch.23 Apr 02:10 AM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingHansells director on what drove his company into receivershipHansells has entered receivership after failing to meet a $1 million loan repayment.21 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandBoil water notice for Woodville after rodent droppings found on reservoir raftersResidents should boil water for drinking, cooking, and brushing teeth.25 Mar 01:01 AM
New ZealandMarist qualify for Coastal Challenge final after 36-run upsetConnor Rees scored 61, leading Marist to a total of 190-8 in Masterton.24 Mar 01:47 AM
New ZealandOne dead after river jetboat incident, police investigatingThe man was in his 20s and died at the scene.21 Mar 09:47 PM
New ZealandMasterton church fires: Wanted man likely getting help to hide from policeFour churches were hit and three others were targeted. 13 Mar 12:54 AM
New ZealandYoung guns day at Golden ShearsFinals results in the day sessions on the first day of the Golden Shears in Masterton.27 Feb 10:20 PM
New ZealandBig local win in Golden Shears speed shearThe first night of the 2025 Golden Shears closed with a local speed shear success.27 Feb 08:11 PM
New ZealandPolice hunting for man after Masterton church firesFour churches hit on Saturday, three others targeted. 25 Feb 11:44 PM
New ZealandPolice seek sightings of vehicle seen leaving Masterton church firesPolice say they are following 'strong lines of enquiry'.25 Feb 04:43 AM
New Zealand'Very happy to have made it': Justin Meikle's shearing surpriseMeikle decided to enter the five-round circuit while supporting son Tye's junior efforts.25 Feb 02:30 AM
