New ZealandMan loses finger chasing motorbikeA man lost a finger and a tooth while tackling a teenager who he believed had stolen his motorcycle, police say.26 Sep 04:33 AM
New ZealandFraud mum 'did it for the kids'A woman who admitted falsely claiming more than $90,000 in benefits said she wanted security for her children.25 Sep 10:39 PM
New ZealandCouple jailed over adoption abuseA Wairarapa couple have been sent to prison for more than a year and a half after being found guilty of ill-treating and neglecting their adopted daughter.21 Sep 04:43 AM
New ZealandParents prosecuted for child's truancyThe parents of a Wairarapa high school student will be prosecuted for failing to ensure the child's attendance at school after years of ongoing truancy issues.11 Sep 07:45 AM
TravelSipping your way around New ZealandDiana Plater follows the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail from Hawke's Bay to Marlborough.23 Aug 01:30 AM
New ZealandFormer hunting association head admits shootingA former Deerstalkers' Association branch president has pleaded guilty to shooting dead a hunter.27 Jul 01:23 AM
New ZealandElderly man critically injured in bull attackAn 79-year-old man has life threatening injuries after being repeatedly charged by a bull near Masterton.14 Jun 03:59 AM
TravelWairarapa: A glass beneath the totaraGreat food and wine - and no rowdies - make the day for Sharon Lundy.12 Jun 12:00 AM
TravelWairarapa: Pedalling to the pinotsSharon Lundy settles into an easy bike-riding tour of Wairarapa's award-winning wineries.23 May 05:30 PM