PoliticsGovernment agrees to progress deals with three regions, reveals what's on the tableCouncils were last year invited to submit regional deal proposals.02 Jul 12:39 AM
BusinessRural vs urban economy: Who's doing 'the hard work' and which regions are booming?ASB has released its Q1 Regional Economic Scoreboard: Food exports make an impact. 17 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandCould Northland help power Auckland? $2m study to find outIf feasible, the project could unlock $1b in private investment in renewable energy.29 Apr 02:31 AM
PremiumNew ZealandShane Jones urges Chatham Islanders to apply for Regional Infrastructure FundWatch17 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom bare paddocks to bare bums: The origins of the Hawke’s Bay Naturist ClubThe Hawke’s Bay Naturists Club welcomes all, and nudity is actually optional.24 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandVanuatu recovery continues, rain coming and MH370 search resumes | NZ Herald News UpdateMalaysia have announced they will continue the search for missing flight MH370 more than ten years after its disappearance. Rain is on the horizon for NZ, as we assist Vanuatu.Watch20 Dec 07:14 PM
New ZealandGlimmer of hope for NZME's Waikato community newspapersThe Taupō & Tūrangi Herald will continue in the new year – what about the rest?20 Dec 05:30 PM
KahuWhy Petone's name will remain unchanged despite proposalsTe Tōangaroa becomes official in Auckland CBD; Petone name change denied.18 Dec 05:56 PM
New ZealandReport reveals the sectors driving rise in Bay's economic rankingThere's evidence some are bucking national trends.15 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandGet digging: Annual event coming to Waitārere BeachLevin Brass Band's Big Dig at Waitārere Beach will have $8000 in prizes.14 Dec 10:38 PM
New ZealandPest infestation at Onerahi could spread to offshore islandNorthland's Regional Council cracks down on aggressive, soil-poisoning weed05 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandTatum estate's revival celebrated with ministerial visitThe estate has been an iconic venue in Horowhenua for many years, Wayne Bishop says.26 Nov 09:08 PM
New ZealandSix dead on holiday in Laos as tensions flare at Climate Change summit | NZ Herald News UpdateSix people have now been confirmed to have died in Laos from methanol poisoning, tensions flare at the Colt 29 Climate Summit. A new study shows fishing prompts happiness.Watch22 Nov 07:34 PM
New ZealandCouple's surprise: Tairāwhiti volunteers win Nan Evans awardHans Kwak: 'The award is as much for Trish as it is for me.'12 Nov 04:22 AM
New ZealandSlice of Whangamatā history set to hit the road... againA house built in Hamilton in 1929 and moved to Whangamatā in 1930 is set to move again.29 Oct 03:30 AM
New ZealandThe fishing rods and the church organ: Finding treasure at Napier's community recycling dayRecycling raises funds for grants, benefiting projects like murals and community gardens.29 Oct 01:51 AM
PremiumPremiumNPC'I don’t understand': NPC coach fires broadside at NZ Rugby over its futureFinancial struggles and funding cuts threaten grassroots rugby.21 Oct 06:43 PM
KahuMonopoly Man: Why Shane Jones is splashing cash in the provincesThe Regional Development Minister says he'll take 'coal before dole' any day.18 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWeather to ease in Dunedin, Gail Maney conviction quashed | Focus Morning Bulletin October 5, 2024The weather is set to ease in Southland as MetService changes its warning from red to yellow. Wrongfully convicted Gail Maney has had her conviction quashed.Watch04 Oct 07:39 PM
EconomyAre you better off than your neighbours? Map reveals income by areaKiwis can now find out which region has the highest median income.03 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandLegendary Northland kiwi Sir Ed killedA 20-year-old kiwi, father to numerous offspring, has been found dead on Matakohe Island.13 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Generation chair' splits Kāpiti's future: A call for climate action in councilThe chair is split down the middle to represent action versus inaction.04 Sep 08:00 PM
New ZealandCould Northland's escapee Water Dragon still be out there somewhere?Two pet Water Dragons that escaped a Pataua South owner in 2022 were never recovered.24 Aug 05:00 PM
KahuLocal iwi calls on the Government to save 230 mill jobsNgāti Rangi says mana whenua will be most affected by closure.22 Aug 06:38 PM
New ZealandCouncillor not sure 'lavish' bus shelters with living roofs would be approved today, minister calls the shelters 'crazy'A Paraparaumu Community Board member called it 'gold plated'.21 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew bill proposed to limit regional councils' role in greenhouse gas regulationFederated Farmers backs bill to limit local emission regulations.16 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThree Northland projects in line for new regional fundingAll three projects have resource consent, are construction ready.07 Jun 05:00 PM
