Tararua news
Treaty bill 'a childish projection': Hīkoi supporters vocal in Hawke’s Bay
Flying out the door: A Hastings store sells close to 1000 tino rangatiratanga flags.
Opinion: A vital step forward for rural veterinary care
Opinion: This year's Voluntary Bonding Scheme has 35 graduate vets.
'I do it because I love Norsewood': Heather Cheer's Norsewood Flower Show attracts record entries
The flower show has been going 15 years.
Lars Hardy wins second place in young auctioneers competition
Lars Hardy was persuaded to try his hand at auctioneering.
Mad Hatters Day a success
There were stalls and plenty of people in Steampunk costumes.
Premium
Rethinking retirement - why playing it too safe could cost you: Nick Stewart
OPINION: For a healthy 65-year-old Kiwi, living into their 90s is increasingly probable.
From London to Sydney: Celebrating 90 years of the Gipsy Moth adventure
Jan Chisum flies her father’s restored Gipsy Moth, offering stunning views of Hawke’s Bay.
‘Tough news’: NZME proposes to close 14 local newspapers, with the loss of 30 jobs
Herald owner says community titles are no longer profitable in changing media landscape.
'Very short notice': Napier ale house kicked out over lease dispute
'I tried to work with them to say why don’t we extend it.'
'It was just a holiday': The HB pilot who flew across the world in a Gipsy Moth
'Some people have cats and dogs. We have a hangar,' says the aviator's daughter.
Milestone for gated hillside housing development near Hastings
The subdivision boasts 'spectacular' views atop Roy's Hill.
Rural News
The Country Full Show: Zespri boss on predicted record returns
Jason Te Brake, Peter Newbold, Chris Russell, Jo Luxton, Mike Petersen.
Fonterra's consumer business sale and how it might look
Lack of capital for the FMCG operation is not the only reason for Fonterra's exit.
How grandad used to farm: Vintage club to host annual crank up day
The Hauraki Vintage Machinery Club showcases blast from the past.
Green-thumbed community plants 4000 natives
Marco School pupils were out on the hills, planting 4000 natives in the republic.
Butchery turns Christmas ham into hope for Gaza children
"It’s a small gesture that can have a big impact.”
Shortlist announced for 2025 Zanda McDonald Award
The shortlist of 10 young professionals from Australia and NZ has been revealed.
Lifestyle news
Colossal new Kmart for Auckland: Biggest NZ store planned
Vast new discounter to be built on greenfields site opposite Westgate Lifestyle Centre.
JLL retirement village study: population up, companies adjust growth
Most older people do not live in such villages, even with 53,000 people there now.
The solo migrant mum hoping to win NZ a Mrs Universe title
'I’m ready to stand up for New Zealand, but I need support from New Zealand.'
Car news and advice
BMW NZ reveals pricing for new 1 Series hatchback range
Range includes entry-level and more sporting-focused variants.
Kiwi prices, specification announced for Leapmotor C10 EV-SUV
Leapmotor is an EV startup - but will price will the C10 SUV start at in NZ?
Toyota Camry ZR first drive: sedan this, hybrid that
Know what's niche these days? A sedan. A Toyota Camry sedan.
OneRoof property news
Mortgage rates may not drop much despite OCR cut, experts warn
“We need that cash rate below 4% ASAP.”
Half the neighbourhood invited to auction of protester’s home
Jan Wilcox faced police batons during infamous Springbok rugby tour in the 1980s.
'Gotham City' penthouse ditches stripper pole and car bed as it aims to snag an Asian buyer
Apartment's decor has been toned down.
More local news
Tararua District news in brief: Tararua towns make top 100 list of suburbs, Tararua Health Group missed appointments
News in brief from around the Tararua District
Dannevirke Art Collective hosts exhibition at Rinitawa
More than 50 people came to the exhibition opening.
Kohinui School pupils and teachers come together to mark 130 years
Kohinui School closed in 2008.
'Welcome home' Polish children return to Pahīatua for 80th anniversary
It was a special day, marking 80 years since the Polish children came to Pahīatua.
Polish children 80th anniversary
Pahīatua welcomed the Polish children and their families back to the town, 80 years after they first came to stay at the camp, just 2km from the township.
Survey shows decline in stock numbers
There have been significant decreases in stock numbers in the past two years.
Nil-drench regime from humble beginnings
The decision 30 years ago to breed a sheep requiring little drenching was a game-changer.
What’s in a name? The ultimate guide to christening your woolly warrior
There's a lot to buying a ram, including what to name them.
Recognition for advances in facial eczema research
A team of researchers are focused on eradicating the fungus associated with facial eczema.
A profile of Professor Jon Hickford and the gene marker lab
Hickford is a professor of animal breeding and genetics at Lincoln University.
Woodville Animal Welfare marks five years
The shop and animal shelter was opened up after the SPCA decided to close in Woodville.
'I feel quite at home' Tom Boggins becomes NZ citizen
The Irishman is a practising psychotherapist and is now a citizen.
Quilters display huge variety of colour and design at show
Visitors were impressed by the size and colours of the pieces.
Alfredton School children bring along animals for annual pet day
Goats, dogs and pet lambs were entered in the school competition.