'Significant commercial operation': Couple in their 60s jailed for peddling meth during lockdown
Their dealing continued even when they caught the virus.
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Car involved in serious crash earlier pursued by police
Pyes Pā Rd/SH36 is blocked, police say.
Local cadets to stand guard on Armistice Day for first time in over 10 years
The Army cadet unit was on the brink of closure.
Top of the class: Gisborne's 2024 dux set for university journeys
Meet the duxes of Gisborne, who have future paths in science and psychology.
Napier schools taken out of lockdown, more than two hours after firearm sighting
Police were called to Tait Dr, near the intersection of Spriggs Cres, about 2.15pm.
Thunderstorms, heavy rain, hail possible for Hawke's Bay, Tararua
Residents warned of continued stormy weather.
Safe water plans tipping some rural principals 'over the edge’
NZ Rural School Association says the plan is costing time and money.
Drugs, theft, safety fears: Tourism village's emergency housing motel impacts
People of Whakarewarewa – The Living Māori Village have welcomed visitors for 200+ years.
Kiwis' creative cooking good news for fresh herb producer
Tasman Bay Herbs will invest in more greenhouses and automation over the coming year.
Winston Peters talks Donald Trump on The Country
Winston Peters, Emma Higgins, Chris McCullough, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Chris Russell.
Thieves, vandals target pools: Showers, basin stolen
Shower fittings and a wash basin were among items stolen.
Bike racks on buses banned: ‘We’re very disappointed to be forced into this’
The NZTA says bike racks might not comply, because they partially obstruct headlights.
'US market is a disaster': Why one Hawke's Bay exporter doesn't fear Trump's tariffs
'His strategy is to talk like an unhinged madman and then do a deal while you cower.'
Ōkere Falls geothermal power station granted resource consent
The power station will use geothermal fluid to generate electricity.
Graffiti battle: KiwiRail's colourful containers brighten Napier rail yard
The artwork depicts flora and fauna found in the regions the rail corridor passes through.
Search for man missing in Whanganui River
'Inquiries are currently being carried out to locate the person.'
$100k in 24 hours: Generous donors give last cents to replace spoiled frozen food
"Sorry it's not much. But you deserve this," one donor wrote.
Hamilton growth spurt calls for Waikato-wide approach to challenges
Hamilton crowned NZ’s fastest growing city for a second time.
'This has sparked me up': Powerlifting star Trish Muldrock's medal haul sparks new passion
Northland powerlifter Trish Muldrock has just smashed her eighth world record.
Have a go at canoe slalom with a five-time Olympian
Kids can get advice from a pro and see if they get the slalom bug.
Emergency housing: 'Battle-weary' Rotorua residents tell of distress
Motel use resulted in distrust and disbelief in agencies involved, a lawyer says.
Northlanders really need to talk more openly about suicide prevention worker says
Some believe more open discussion about suicide is a vital tool.
Flying Southlander wins Ashburton shearing final
The Ashburton show attracted 44 shearers, with 14 in the open class.
The home where sustainable gardening is practised ‘in spades’
Lorraine Ryan is showcasing her garden and her artwork.
'Fight culture:' Teen's fireworks attack filmed and posted online
It was supposed to be a family event - but instead one teen was taken to hospital.
Far North woman warns others after bag plucked from supermarket trolley
Pensioner too scared to do anything when her bag was taken outside Pak'nSave Kaitāia.
What's on in Tairāwhiti this weekend: Walk for Alzheimer’s, Gizzy Laser Half Marathon and She Shed Tour
What's on in Tairāwhiti this weekend: Gizzy Laser Half Marathon and She Shed Tour
Road reopens after large bitumen leak and truck fire
Thousands of litres of bitumen has leaked from a truck near Rotorua.
Why Tauranga's new mayor, councillors support industrial rates rises
Tauranga's industrial businesses are paying at least double in rates than residents.
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.
Dog found with tyre marks on body after hit and run: Owner facing more surgery
Apollo was found scared and hiding behind a shed.
Ceramic dreams: Nathan Foon launches classic pottery in Gisborne
From trials to triumph: Artist's ceramics take off
Hockey: Gutted Black Stick raring to go as Premier League hits Napier
Two matches will be played on Saturday in the new national Premier Hockey League.
The art of drag: MTG putting its own spin on Priscilla
Joanne Neilson inspires as first trans woman in NZ Priscilla cast