New ZealandWater-saving efforts: Dargaville adapts to severe drought measuresDargaville's water use dropped by 166,000 litres a day under level-four restrictions.20 Mar 10:00 PM
New ZealandOlympians join fight against Bay of Plenty river energy projectThe Māori landowners group proposing the project says people are jumping to conclusions.20 Mar 04:17 AM
New ZealandSinkhole opens up on North Shore roadWater was turned off as Watercare responded.20 Mar 04:06 AM
New ZealandWhanganui firefighters warning after double burn-off in Westmere breaks rulesAbout 10 firefighters responded to the two fires in Westmere.19 Mar 09:45 PM
New ZealandJudge reserves decision on Whangārei’s last-ditch effort to stall fluoridationThe High Court has heard Whangārei District Council's application for an injunction.18 Mar 05:05 AM
New ZealandPrime Minister's India trip and Act reveals local body election move | NZ Herald News UpdateNarendra Modi calls for Christopher Luxon's support to address anti-India activities in New Zealand and Act reveals it is looking for candidates to run in local body elections.Watch17 Mar 06:09 PM
New Zealand‘As dry as it gets’: Auckland latest region placed under total fire ban over wildfire fearsOutdoor fires are now banned across the top of the country.13 Mar 08:14 PM
New Zealand‘Third World’: Northland town water restrictions spark concernsRainfall in February was less than 10% of the expected amount in Dargaville.12 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWellington Water chief unlikely to be forced to resignReports show high unplanned maintenance spending and poor contractor management.10 Mar 07:11 AM
New ZealandWater restored to Wellington suburb following ‘major water outage’Wellington Water suspects a burst water pipe was the cause.10 Mar 03:30 AM
WorldIsrael says it’s cutting off Gaza electricityThe power cut affects the territory's main desalination plant, vital for 600,000 people.09 Mar 08:19 PM
New ZealandReturn of a wonder? Waiwera’s famous hot springs showing exciting signs of lifeThe recovery raises new questions over a classic Kiwi tourism draw's potential revival.09 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandVessels run aground in Coromandel after channel disappearsWaikato Regional Council said it knew of four vessels that grounded.06 Mar 10:03 PM
New ZealandConflicting views on $225m water storage project in Hawke’s BayBay leaders, including Kahungunu chairman Bayden Barber, are in favour of the dam study.06 Mar 03:55 AM
New ZealandTory Whanau calls for Wellington Water chairman to be removed from boardThe Local Government Minister has sought advice on potential interventions.06 Mar 03:25 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay Regional Council wants $225m water storage facility on Ngāruroro River tributaryThe cost of the feasibility study will be about $3.2m, shared by HBRC and the Government.05 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandShort showers, limit sprinklers: Auckland on drought alert, water saving encouragedThe region's dams are lower than normal, prompting Watercare to activate plans. 04 Mar 10:37 PM
New ZealandLucky escape as 400kg dolphin lands in boatA group of fishermen got the shock of a lifetime when a 400kg dolphin landed in their boat off the coast of Northland. Videos / Dean HarrisonWatch03 Mar 02:30 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismThe hotels with the highest usage of power, water and wasteHotels in Nelson/Marlborough use over 250,000 litres of water annually per room.02 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandManu World Champs FinalsThe best of the best dive for the overall Z Manu title at Karanga Plaza, on Auckland’s Viaduct Harbour.Watch01 Mar 03:41 AM
New ZealandBody discovered in water near boat ramp in DruryPolice said the body was found by a member of the public.28 Feb 04:43 AM
New ZealandDepartment of Conservation team responds to stranded whale entaglementA Department of Conservation team responded to a report of an entangled Arnoux’s beaked whale in oyster farm infrastructure in Whangaroa Harbour. Video / Department of ConservationWatch27 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandHow smart water meters uncovered unseen leaks in HastingsThe meters helped identify undetected leaks under houses and streets.26 Feb 12:10 AM
New ZealandNZ town has been under a boil water notice for nearly a decade, authorities now stepping inTaumata Arowai is working with Wai Care to ensure safe drinking water soon.25 Feb 04:00 PM
LifestyleIs a glass of lemon water the best way to start the day?This citrus fruit has a whole host of health benefits that go beyond just vitamin C.24 Feb 09:49 PM
New ZealandWatch: On-duty officer makes a splash in Manu World Champs in AucklandConstable Vincent Kahui joined in after much encouragement from the crowd.23 Feb 08:16 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFoodstuffs v Watercare: Peace breaks out over $100m Pak'nSave openingPak’nSave Highland Park granted a water connection, enabling it to open on time.20 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandWaipukurau’s water turned off for five hours: ‘Our community is always at risk’Mayor Alex Walker says shutdown showed tough call to invest more is the right one.19 Feb 10:14 PM
LifestyleWhy are Kiwis fizzing over flavoured sparkling water?Once a niche category, flavoured sparkling water is popular - but is it good for you?19 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Centre of town an eyesore': local on Waiwera, land sale attemptThe owners say someone better acquainted with the 'wellness industry' should buy the site.18 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandE.coli found in school water, students asked to bring bottlesAn MoE upgrade is expected for Mangawhai School's water infrastructure.17 Feb 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Environmental and cultural crisis': Legal fight looms over Wairoa's freshwater'The degradation of these waterways is both an environmental and cultural crisis.'16 Feb 11:36 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Pipiwai manu prodigies compete to see who is heading to AucklandReporter/Manu Champ Brooklyn is at the Toka in Pipiwai, where the Manu Competition 2025 is in full swing. Brooklyn took her division in 2024, but who will dominate this year?Watch16 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan’s body found in water off West Coast Police say they are not treating the death as suspicious at this time. 15 Feb 07:03 AM
