Gisborne welcomes first cruise ship back into the port
Gisborne gearing up for a sizzling summer of visitors.
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Iwi collective has plans to take over management of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts
'It was an opportunity for ngā iwi to put aside boundaries.'
The global stars that annoyed NZ's small towns
Hell hath no fury like a small town New Zealand community going up against an A-lister.
Australia’s new chocolate farm is phe-nom, nom, nom-enal
Reason one thousand to go to Australia: Guided farm tours for chocoholics.
'Not worried': Aucklanders ignore safety warnings to fish in polluted harbour
Extensive water testing in the harbour will continue until at least Christmas.
The Great NZ Road Trip: 'Doing good' a way of life for Taranaki entrepreneur
From a north Taranaki farm to Kenya to a New Plymouth brew pub, local entrepreneur Dan Radcliff says "things don’t have to be boring to do good.” Video / Ilona Hanne / IVHQ / NZ Herald
Why you should start using nature like you use the gym
For your next holiday remember a simple fact - human nature needs nature.
So many walks, such little time: Waiheke Island’s best-kept walking secrets
The one-stop shop for uncovering a series of walks you never knew existed.
SH1 crash: One dead, multiple injured after car and truck collide, four helicopters sent
One person was trapped in a light truck and another in a car.
We’ve had Opo the dolphin - now meet Flaxmere's Asher the parrot
Asher the Flaxmere parrot is a chip off the old block,
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New in Travel: From gooey festivals to wine-inspired bike rides, festivals and walks.
North Island storm: Fresh flood threat, 130km/h gales for Akl north, 6m-high seas
The worst of the weather is set to strike Auckland on Sunday with gales and thunderstorms.
Hoons on dunes: Occupation in Far North highlights wider problem iwi ranger says
Two hapū of Ngāti Kahu, have been occupying a stretch of Whatuwhiwhi Road.
How to ensure you leave no trace this sunny season
These principles should guide your adventures through the outdoors this season.
'On your bikes, Comancheros': Alarm as gang members join elite gym
Members of an exclusive gym want to know why the Comancheros have been allowed to join.
World-famous dress-up party returns to NZ city
After Covid disruptions, the roaring 20s are back in town from February 15 – 18.
Northland woman killed in dog attack was dearly-loved mother figure to many
The attack rocked the small town of Moerewa last Thursday.
The NZ destination that's so good you'll want to move there
Warning: Reading this might make you quit your job and vacate.
Climbing, mountain biking and tree topping: NZ’s best adventure travel activities
These local spots offer all the adrenaline you could ever want - not too far from home.
Election day weather: MetService warns voters of severe gales, heavy rain
MetService's advice is to vote this afternoon if possible.
Caution turning into confidence on National’s three-day bus tour
Warnings of a tight election continue but expectations are rising.
Election day weather: Severe gales, heavy showers to soak voters this Saturday
"Rain is firstly going to fall on the West Coast, and it will move up the North Island."
Auckland water charges could double if Three Waters repealed, council staffer says
An anonymous council staff member says water charges could double in four years.
Natural treasure trove: Millions of kuku found on mussel bed
A rescue for the mussel beds in the Ohiwa Harbour is being planned.
Weather: Last days of school holidays warm, sunny before turning to rain
High-pressure system to be pushed away by a low on Friday and Saturday, bringing rain.
Major Gisborne highway slip a huge blow to small communities.
The section of Tiniroto Rd between Rockhill Rd and Parikanapa Rd is impassable.
You can now go whale watching from the sky
This unique experience is the first of its kind in Australia.
How to take a holiday every Friday this summer
Maximise your summer and stay at one of these close-to-the-city campgrounds every weekend.
Wellington battered by heavy rain, state of emergency lifted for Queenstown and Southland
Significant and widespread impact is possible for the North Island.
'Significant, widespread impact': Damaging weather front looms for North Island
Significant and widespread impact is possible for the North Island.
Wellington doctors told to stop referring women to hospital specialists
Specialists and family doctors say this is becoming common practice.
Thousands without power after 240km/h winds recorded, flights delayed, roofs ripped off, trees down
More than 10,000 people lost power overnight, Wellington Electricity said.
240km/h winds recorded, SH2 closed, roofs lifting, trees down, homes without power
High winds are also fanning a large vegetation fire in Canterbury.