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New Zealand

'You have to adapt to survive': Pollination keeps beekeeper afloat

21 Dec 04:00 PM

“We had to find a happy balance, or we would’ve been out of business two years ago.”

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‘Have a horrible holiday:’ Pet-sitter’s horrific message as couple watch dog die on CCTV

21 Dec 04:00 PM

Judith Webby has a long history of upsetting flatmates, and home- and pet-owners.

‘It's magical’: Kiwi teacher working as Santa's elf in Lapland village
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‘It's magical’: Kiwi teacher working as Santa's elf in Lapland village

21 Dec 04:00 PM

Experiencing phenomena like the Northern Lights makes up for long work hours, Kiwi says.

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New Zealand

Vege tips: What to do with too much produce

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'Grateful': Russian adoptee finds brothers living less than two hours away

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New Zealand

Hawke’s Bay teen secures Rod Drury’s backing for second-hand uniform website Get Uniformed

21 Dec 09:35 AM

'It’s a great initiative', young Hawke's Bay entrepreneur backed by Rod Drury.

Watch - 'Absolutely reeks': Waikato hit by 'horrendous' stench after giant offal spill on SH3
New Zealand

Watch - 'Absolutely reeks': Waikato hit by 'horrendous' stench after giant offal spill on SH3

21 Dec 06:51 AM

Motorists are advised to take care around the area.

Residents welcome renewed green recreation space
New Zealand

Residents welcome renewed green recreation space

21 Dec 05:22 AM

The newly upgraded Waitaha Reserve has been officially opened in Welcome Bay, Tauranga.

Serious crash closes SH3 in Te Awamutu, eight injured
New Zealand

Serious crash closes SH3 in Te Awamutu, eight injured

21 Dec 04:33 AM

Motorists are advised to follow diversions and expect delays.

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Watch: Triumphs, tears and tenacity – a year inside leading Kiwi football team

21 Dec 03:00 AM

Watch: The Herald spent a year in camp with a top NZ football club – catch all the drama.

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New Zealand

Thundestorm alerts issued around NZ, motorists warned to take care

21 Dec 02:16 AM

Motorists are being warned to drive 'carefully' as heavy falls start in Rotorua, Taupō.

‘Doors are beginning to open for women who enjoy getting out on the farm’
New Zealand

‘Doors are beginning to open for women who enjoy getting out on the farm’

21 Dec 12:00 AM

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Sale of Hawke’s Bay forest nets $4m for council
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Sale of Hawke’s Bay forest nets $4m for council

20 Dec 11:38 PM

Tararua District Council has sold a forest. Now other assets are headed for the market.

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Danger, frustration and rubbish dumping lead to installation of barrier arm

20 Dec 10:59 PM

Danger, frustration and rubbish dumping on Whitianga Wharf.

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20 Dec 07:00 PM

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A year in review: What moved the Waikato in February 2024?

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As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2024.

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Glimmer of hope for NZME's Waikato community newspapers

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Opinion: Local Government Act needs urgent reform for accountability

20 Dec 04:00 PM

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New Zealand

'Most enormous thank you': Appeal raises record-breaking tally for foodbank

20 Dec 04:00 PM

Two big business donations capped off the six-week fundraising drive.

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'Not ready to die': Pilot crushed by loader, loses leg but still flying

20 Dec 04:00 PM

He used his belt to stop the bleeding and waited 45 minutes before being spotted.

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Gang members arrested after alleged 200kg meth heist at Port of Tauranga

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'Blew us away': Appeal donations mean some 'get to have a Christmas this year'
New Zealand

'Blew us away': Appeal donations mean some 'get to have a Christmas this year'

20 Dec 04:00 PM

Salvation Army sends massive aroha to 'generous' community as preliminary tally revealed.

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Vintage treasures await at Geraldine's car and machinery museum

20 Dec 04:00 PM

There's something for everyone at the Geraldine Vintage Car & Machinery Club Museum.

Farmer, soldier, vet: The man behind Comley Green
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Farmer, soldier, vet: The man behind Comley Green

20 Dec 04:00 PM

Nichol Ashton Larney arrived in NZ in 1875 and became prominent in the Piako District.

Mangamuka Gorge reopens after $204m repair, restoring key route
New Zealand

Mangamuka Gorge reopens after $204m repair, restoring key route

20 Dec 04:00 PM

Far North residents celebrate as Mangamuka Gorge reopens, ending costly detours.

North Island braces for thunderstorms, hail and heavy downpours
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North Island braces for thunderstorms, hail and heavy downpours

20 Dec 04:00 PM

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Opinion

Editorial: Christmas donations show community spirit still shining through

20 Dec 03:45 PM

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Death of Spark the kiwi prompts call to slow down for 'precious taonga'
New Zealand

Death of Spark the kiwi prompts call to slow down for 'precious taonga'

20 Dec 03:00 PM

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Child in serious condition after falling, hitting their head at Whangārei Falls
New Zealand

Child in serious condition after falling, hitting their head at Whangārei Falls

20 Dec 08:11 AM

The incident was reported about 7.30pm.

Pair on bicycle seriously injured after motorbike hit-and-run in Northland
New Zealand

Pair on bicycle seriously injured after motorbike hit-and-run in Northland

20 Dec 06:05 AM

Police said the motorcyclist fled the scene immediately after the crash.

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'She panicked': Mum feared OT uplift after brothers' brutal fight over Lego

20 Dec 06:00 AM

The children needed medical assistance but the parents failed to take them.

NZTA closes passing lanes to help holiday traffic flow
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NZTA closes passing lanes to help holiday traffic flow

20 Dec 05:53 AM

The Transport Agency says traffic moves more 'steadily' with fewer lanes.

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20 Dec 05:00 AM

Keira Hayidakis, 18, fought off rough waves and strong currents to save two children.

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