New ZealandTukituki attracts the most candidates for General ElectionAll up, 27 candidates are vying for your votes on October 14.18 Sep 02:50 AM
New ZealandWeather: Damaging, strong winds to smash much of country this weekendThe weekend wind may cause damage to trees, powerlines and unsecured structures.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Labour candidate for Wairarapa Kieran McAnulty on Candidate CameraWairarapa's Labour candidate answers questions put forward by the local electorate.07 Sep 03:19 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: National candidate for Wairarapa Mike Butterick on Candidate CameraWairarapa's National candidate answers questions put forward by the local electorate.07 Sep 03:07 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Green candidate for Wairarapa Celia Wade-Brown on Candidate CameraWairarapa's Green candidate answers questions put forward by the local electorate.07 Sep 03:00 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Act candidate for Wairarapa Simon Casey on Candidate CameraAct's Wairarapa candidate discusses the electorate's big issues.07 Sep 02:43 AM
New Zealand‘The nights go on forever’: Mother's vigil for her missing sonPaula Namana lit a fire in the hut every night, waiting for the return of her son.18 Aug 05:23 AM
New ZealandMotorists fined for failing to stop at Wairarapa train crossingA person was seriously injured in Waingawa after a train hit their car in July.18 Aug 04:01 AM
New ZealandWoman behind Masterton’s mysterious banners revealedNow she's creating a Wall of Courage.04 Aug 10:39 PM
New ZealandSearch under way in Wairarapa after man failed to return from walkMichael MacGregor was last seen at the Rocky Lookout in the Mount Holdsworth area.01 Aug 04:37 AM
KahuIwi prepares for Waitangi Tribunal to hear Ngāti Tukorehe claimIssues involved include land loss, economic disadvantages and education policies.30 Jul 09:15 PM
New ZealandBusiness cordoned off after reports of unexploded artilleryThe item looked like an unexploded mortar bomb.25 Jul 10:22 PM
TravelThe luxury of alone time: Why you should stay in a grand lodge as a solo travellerAn opulent lodge isn't just for couples - you can enjoy it solo, too.25 Jul 07:00 PM
New Zealand'We just love football': Fans flock to Wellington waterfront for Football Ferns matchThe New Zealand-Philippines World Cup game kicks off at 5.30pm.25 Jul 05:05 AM
New ZealandSafety concerns after Masterton rail crossing crashThe rail crossing accident on Norfolk Road opens up a safety discussion.24 Jul 11:48 PM
New Zealand'Extensive damage': Person trapped after crash between train and carThe person is seriously injured.20 Jul 10:48 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Going native in a Masterton forest reserveThe 30-year story of how an urban wasteland became Masterton's native forest reserve.14 Jul 05:55 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesĀtaahua ngā whetū [the beautiful stars]: Business of MatarikiXero, Auckland Airport, Fonterra, ANZ, SkyCity, Air New Zealand, Wharekauhau - big plans13 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandTake a tour of Stonehenge AotearoaHow a replica of the English Stonehenge was built in a Carterton paddock.06 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandWairarapa road blocked after truck rollsThe road between Featherston and Martinborough is closed.29 Jun 08:38 PM
New ZealandInvestor claims builder tried to blackmail him for $10k to sign off consentThe builder says he simply didn't want to put his name on shoddy work.28 Jun 08:00 AM
New ZealandCouncil votes to raise rates by 20%Total rates in the district have gone up by more than 50 per cent in the past three years.28 Jun 07:20 AM
New ZealandUncle of footballer injured in hit-and-run hopes person comes forwardThe man has suffered injuries all over his body and is in Wellington Hospital.27 Jun 01:30 AM
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