Latest from Upper Hutt

War Machine wins in emotional tribute to late NZ racing figures
The 4-year-old won the Stradbroke Handicap at Eagle Farm on Saturday.

Smoke or fog? Former chairman fumes at council's pollution doubt
The council said it found little evidence for his orchard burnoff claims.

First XV wrap: Scoreboard drama as Sacred Heart clinch last-gasp victory
Palmerston North edged Hamilton 21-19, their first win since 2011.

Upper Hutt house fire claims one life overnight
Firefighters were called to Trentham just after 2am.

Why Jesko could be NZ's next great steeplechaser
Jesko secured a five-length victory over Al's Red Zed and Call Me Jack.

Wellingtonians back online after 90% of network goes dark
A rough estimate from the Chrous site is that 8500 customers were affected.

Opinion: Scots College rugby default raises serious concerns
OPINION: St Peter's Cambridge seek first Central North Island title since 2020.

'Loud and proud': The charismatic mayor who turned up to every event for nine years
'In hindsight, I should have shared the load with councillors.'

'Manipulative and coercive': Police promise changes after review into controversial interview model
Police Commissioner apologises to staff, accepts IPCA findings on CIPEM use.

Train station heckler 'apologetic' and upset after swearing at Winston Peters
The man was tearful when visited by the Herald this morning.

Council's pivotal meeting to decide fate of key Wellington projects
More than 3000 submissions were received for the amended long-term budget.

Central Districts get vote of confidence from racing bosses
Key questions answered over immediate future of crucial Central Districts racetracks

Teen avoids conviction for giving cop concussion after he 'swung a haymaker'
Police were trying to find out what had happened to the defendant's injured sister.

'A superstar in the making': The First XV star carving up in Moascar Cup
Nathan Stephens, a Year 13 student, impressed with a stunning fullback performance.

International rider wins again as he makes his mark in Central Districts
A Brazilian who met a Kiwi in Singapore is our latest riding star.

Sky's First XV coverage welcomed despite Auckland's absence
Coverage starts on May 29 with Nelson College vs Marlborough Boys’ College.

Resene workers on less than living wage gather to share struggle to survive
Employees say they work 'extremely hard' but still earn less than living wage.

'Unique opportunity': $2.5m development for inner-city living in Hastings
The project includes housing, commercial spaces, and a public car park.

First XV rugby: How King's College got back on top in Auckland
King's College defeated Sacred Heart 36-22 to reclaim the Fitzpatrick-Kirkpatrick Cup.

Tomodachi delivers milestone win for Andrew Scott in Rotorua mud
Matamata trainer one of the few to reach 1000 career wins in New Zealand.

Downpours put Rotorua race meeting under threat
Early morning inspection will determine whether racing goes ahead today after heavy rains.