Tararua news
Claim part-timers won’t solve Hawke’s Bay’s problems
A departing councillor says amalgamation to create fulltimers could fix the issues.
The history behind Makotuku’s restored gates and their significance
The restored gates in Makotuku honor the history of the village's former church.
Tales from the back road: Charms and ruts of the 'scenic' route from Hawke's Bay to Wairarapa
Simon Burt decided to take the road less travelled. He found a book to write.
‘In the right area’: Mayor says new Dannevirke mill is compliant after seven noise complaints
'It’s a new business and they have invested heavily and it’s in the right area.'
‘I’m unbelievably happy’: Scott’s stellar FEI World Cup qualifying win
Julie Davey of Hawke’s Bay edged by a stunning run from Sophie Scott in Dannevirke.
Sunny HB Christmas Day, but keep an eye on the fire
Outdoors Christmas Day cooking is allowed, but the warning is: Be careful.
Sale of Hawke’s Bay forest nets $4m for council
Tararua District Council has sold a forest. Now other assets are headed for the market.
Premium
Using bull kelp to make art: Five questions with Heidi Brickell
'Making art – in the most authentic way – I can’t explain the joyfulness it gives me.'
There is no simple solution to stopping cellphones from cutting out in a disaster
OPINION: We can’t just buy a new battery or move the fibre network to another place.
'They’ll soon get the message': Time for crackdown on pitch invaders, ex rugby boss says
Sports watchers are fed up with the antics of pitch invaders, ex rugby union boss says.
'Not ideal': Overnight Napier health care in the balance as March 1 changes loom
It's just over a week before changes begin but Health NZ can't say what they'll be.
‘Taking back control’: Police spent $75,000 patrolling gang funeral
Eighteen arrests were made as out-of-town cops and the Eagle helicopter swooped.
Napier mayor: Health NZ needs to be upfront about 'concerning' changes in city
OPINION: Above all else, access to medical care is crucial.
Rural News
Katie Milne talks climate change on The Country
Katie Milne, Peter Newbold, Hunter McGregor, Cameron Henderson, and Todd Clark.
'Quite unique': Digging into the DNA of NZ's working dogs
New research aims to shed new light on a farmer’s best friend.
Fishing company lands $16,500 fine for seabird risk, false reports
Macnicol Fishing was found to not use a bird-scaring device and wrongly recording fishing.
'Don’t steal my fish': Orca battle fishermen who hooked massive competition tuna
'Some orca have clearly learned that fishing lines can equate to an easy meal.'
‘At our best’: Sheep dog trial club celebrates centennial milestone
The Northland Centre Championships will mark the centenary for the sheep dog trial club.
‘Wrong side of history’: NZ makes controversial bid for Australia’s orange roughy quota
New Zealand is among 17 nations meeting in Chile to negotiate high seas fishing policy.
Lifestyle news
'Wine with soul': Celebrating a father-and-daughter chenin blanc journey
Three Fates recently released its 2024 chenin blanc, a familial collaboration.
Opinion: From geraniums to mice – tales of unexpected revivals
OPINION: The new geraniums are flourishing outside, proving my green-thumbed success.
Opinion: NZ's path to prosperity needs bold economic reforms
Labour productivity has plummeted since 2021, worsening the economic crisis.
Car news and advice
Brake pad dust more harmful than diesel emissions: study
Scientists compared brake dust emissions to diesel exhaust particle toxicity.
JAC T9 review: the ute that JAC built
Long-established truck maker's first go at a ute sets a new standard.
BYD Sealion 7 first drive: Model Why?
BYD takes direct aim at the Tesla Model Y with aggressive pricing and generous specs.
OneRoof property news
Wait until August: Economists say more cuts to home loan rates are on the way
Banks are expected to get competitive in their bid for market share.
Hollywood duo selling their NZ bolt-hole - ‘they spent crazy money on this property’
Agent is courting Kiwi country superstar Kaylee Bell as a potential buyer.
The run-down, leaky Ponsonby villa that scared off every other buyer
Peter and Robyn Fuller snapped up the relocated home and turned it into something amazing.
More local news
Beekeepers set hives on fire after outbreak of serious disease
All infected hives and associated gear must be destroyed by fire within seven days.
Dannevirke Lions host 150 elderly to Christmas lunch and entertainment
It's been a tradition for the past 40 years in Dannevirke.
Kiwi Cracker Christmas Concert thrills large audience
A second concert will be held on December 7.
Liam Brown overwhelmed by acknowledgements
Liam's a bit of a high achiever in academics and sports.
Dannevirke hosts annual marching open day
Leisure marching is for fun, fitness and friendship.
Opinion: A vital step forward for rural veterinary care
Opinion: This year's Voluntary Bonding Scheme has 35 graduate vets.
Homes wait list shrinking as house builds boom
Hawke's Bay applicants on the housing register are down close to 20% this year.
Eketāhuna School puts on spring show and pet day
It's Eketāhuna's turn to hold its annual pet day.
Journey back in time: 1939 railcar returns for 2025 Hawke's Bay Art Deco festival
An authentic Art Deco period railcar will travel from Pahīatua to delight passengers.
Kohinui School pupils and teachers come together to mark 130 years
Kohinui School closed in 2008.
Tararua council to move chambers, saving ratepayers $91k a year
TCC is relocating its chambers to Dannevirke Town Hall to save ratepayers money.
'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.
'I feel quite at home' Tom Boggins becomes NZ citizen
The Irishman is a practising psychotherapist and is now a citizen.