New ZealandNorth Island Shearer of the Year namedHastings shearer Dion King was back to winning form after taking out the title of North Island Shearer of the Year in Te Kuiti last night. 30 Mar 09:29 PM
TravelTe Kuiti: Shear pleasureA slice of old-fashioned Kiwi life is on offer in Te Kuiti, but there's much more besides, writes Diana Clement.09 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandOne-year-old chokes on TwistieA one-year-old baby is in a serious condition in Waikato Hospital after choking on a Twistie on Friday. The baby was brought in to Te Kuiti Hospital in the afternoon with choking and seizures after reportedly eating a "Twistie" snack.05 Dec 01:55 AM
New ZealandRugby player's reckless driveThe dangerous combination of a weekend of drinking and a sleeping pill resulted in Jarrad Hoeata going on a reckless drive that ended when motorists blocked him off the road.17 Aug 03:53 AM