New ZealandMan arrested after Carterton homicideHomicide charges have yet to be laid as investigations continue.26 Jun 07:46 AM
New ZealandMystery surrounds critically injured man in Greytown, police plead for helpThe incident closed SH2 for a period today.25 Jun 07:26 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Fred’s wonderful world of filmA 93-year-old film-maker, Fred Holloway, documents the people of Wairarapa.23 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Young mothers seek the light at PuawānangaInside Masterton's teen parent unit.10 Jun 12:21 AM
RugbyHawke's Bay quartet selected for NZ Under 20 rugby teamThe World Under 20 rugby World championships start on June 24 in South Africa.06 Jun 05:41 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Out in BooktownDiversity comes out at Featherston's annual book event.31 May 11:03 PM
New ZealandTwo dead after separate Wairarapa morning crashesA third person is seriously injured.31 May 12:08 AM
New ZealandWairarapa Film Festival showcases early Preston docoNine local films set to be showcased as part of the Wairarapa Film Festival.24 May 05:59 AM
New ZealandArmed police’s search yields $1400 of meth and loaded shot gunThree men have been charged with drug-related offences as a part of Operation Cobalt.22 May 07:53 AM
New ZealandFraudster's gold scheme foiled by postieWayne Thomas Patterson sought revenge against the postman after the scheme failed.17 May 01:36 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Carterton's skate scene revivalRoller skaters are flocking to Carterton's A&P Showgrounds for a smooth ride.15 May 02:15 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Wading into the environment, lizard guts and allFormer Wellington Mayor Celia Wade-Brown restores Wairarapa land to its natural state.08 May 03:39 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionAmerican billionaire-founded company opening new Wairarapa project'It was always going to be a big space.'04 May 05:30 AM
New ZealandNew train rules from today: Kiwirail bosses called into Beehive to explainSpeed restrictions and a reduced train timetable are in place today in Wellington.30 Apr 06:01 PM
New ZealandPassenger rail ripe for revival after hybrid trains announcedThe announcement has sparked advocates' hopes of a nationwide rail revival.30 Apr 06:09 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Here's the guts of it': Is Kieran McAnulty Labour's secret weapon?OPINION: The hard-case minister who is infuriating National and Act.26 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPerson critically injured in crash near MastertonThe crash happened about 11.40am.14 Apr 12:14 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Divine River responds to period povertyWairarapa charity turns old fabrics and plastics into eco-friendly sanitary towels.12 Apr 05:13 AM
New Zealand'Chaotic': Fresh weather warnings as 40mm of rain an hour set to lash parts of NZNorthland, Auckland, Waikato and Bay of Plenty all in firing line for thunder tonight.09 Apr 08:56 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Feeding the hungry from South Wairarapa to the Tararua DistrictCommunity kitchen volunteers master the art of scraping together whatever.29 Mar 02:50 AM
New ZealandNgāti Kahungunu receive Crown apology in Wairarapa'This is a momentous day for Ngāti Kahungunu and their settlement journey.'25 Mar 04:48 AM
New ZealandOver $200,000 worth of meth seized in WairarapaA woman has been arrested and will appear in court tomorrow on a charge of possession.21 Mar 04:19 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Masterton’s pick of the litterLocal hero, Adam Anderson has been collecting litter off Masterton's streets for 20 years.17 Mar 09:23 PM
New ZealandThe doctor is out. New medical centre can’t find GP to run itThe centre has been looking for a new doctor for six to nine months.16 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: How's mayoralty treating former Minister of Defence Ron Mark?Carterton Mayor Ron Mark spoke to Local Focus about running local government.15 Mar 08:39 PM
New ZealandUp to 5000 expected at Wairarapa festivalTop tips for 121 festival-goers: Bring water and snacks, put on sunblock and be friendly.09 Mar 08:54 AM
New ZealandCouncil names road after late transgender MP and mayor Georgina BeyerCarterton District Council voted unanimously to name the road after her.08 Mar 01:40 AM
New ZealandWaiWaste food when you can feed people with it?Masterton’s WaiWaste takes food from landfill and distribute it to hungry whānau.21 Feb 04:33 PM
New ZealandConcerning levels of nitrate in 60% of NZ freshwater sourcesGNS study reveals widespread cases of nitrate levels above key threshold for health risk.19 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Farming versus sustainabilityWairarapa farmers discuss climate change and explain how they're tackling it.17 Feb 01:20 AM
New Zealand'It's like someone picked the district up and threw it around' - Tiny community floodedTinui has a huge clean up job on its hands after floodwaters swept through the village.15 Feb 08:52 PM
New ZealandSerious assualt in Featherston, victim’s car found burnt outPolice said a member of the public found an injured man on their driveway early today.14 Feb 11:26 PM
New ZealandLive: 'Our house is shaking like crazy' - Gabrielle's eye on NZ: Heavy winds, monster waves; trains, schools cancelled; thousands without powerNorthland and Gisborne are also under red heavy rain warnings.12 Feb 03:30 PM
New ZealandLive: Auckland Harbour Bridge closed to all traffic; Northland declares state of emergency; 11m high waves in Bay of Islands; Air NZ cancels flightsNorthland and Gisborne are also under red heavy rain warnings.12 Feb 04:34 AM
