'Weren't even in the country!': Couple overseas woken by NZ police alleging bad driving
Overseas at the time, they've praised keen NZ police work and the power of social media.
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'Chew through your brain': Boy's agonising ordeal after insect crawls into ear
Mother shares advice for others after schoolboy terrified by incident.
HC Post closure marks end of 45-year-journey
There is more history to the Hauraki-Coromandel Post than meets the eye.
Tourists track thief using stolen AirPods after $7000 in gear swiped from campervan
A man was seen wearing one of their stolen shirts after they tracked their missing tech.
This popular town's newspaper was closing. And then the editor stepped up
A newspaper has been saved, paving the way for several similar deals for other towns.
Driver in police-shooting chase admits he's 'too old' to be appearing in court
Jason Barton didn't stop driving despite the tyres being spiked and police following him.
Audi goes up bank, through fence and into car before ending up on its side
The driver of an Audi A3 escaped a spectacular crash in Hamilton largely unscathed.
Construction starts on SH29 signalised crossing
A signalised crossing is being constructed on the corner of Cambridge Rd and SH29.
Fears Coromandel murder-accused's pigs will be 'targets for hunters'
A Givealittle page made an 'urgent appeal' for their safety.
Spirit of giving: Sallies and SuperGrans ramp up Christmas support for families
Salvation Army's Christmas effort for families a 'hand-up, not hand-out'.
One arrested, one moderately injured after SH2 crash
The crash on Wednesday afternoon spilled fuel close to the Waipaoa River Bridge.
How New Zealand's tallest turbines will power 27k homes by 2026
Mercury's $287 million wind farm near Omamari will produce enough power for 27,000 homes.
More rain forecast for northern Hawke's Bay
Over 150mm of rain has come at a good time, as long as it doesn't flood.
Date with destiny: David Nyika confirmed to fight for world title
The Kiwi cruiserweight steps in at late notice to challenge Jai Opetaia for the IBF belt.
Meet the 13-year-old aiming to build a major NZ sheep stud
'In the future, I would like to have one of the biggest studs in New Zealand.'
Almost 80% of cyclone repair projects on Tairāwhiti highways completed
TREC praises iwi, communities for support during highway repairs.
'No signs' of avian influenza outside of Otago farm - MPI
"We remain confident that we are on the right track to stamping out H7N6."
The Country: The PM's ag person of the year
Christopher Luxon, Miles Hurrell, Jane Smith, Hunter McGregor, Calvin Leen.
'Not a day I don’t think about it': Mixed response to Lake Alice redress package
Minister Erica Stanford acknowledges the scheme won't meet everyone's expectations.
Waikato kākāpō goes on a surprise off-grid adventure
The endangered flightless parrot took an unplanned break from technology.
Dive skills on show at Hastings competition as 100 vie for world champs
Hastings Manu Comp dazzles with skill, flair, and showmanship at Havelock North Pool.
Inside Rhythm and Vines' preparations for biggest festival crowd in years
Gisborne District Council granted consent for camp capacity to expand from 15000 to 20000.
‘Uplifting’ Mauaoathon raises $36,000 for sick councillor
The councillor was recently transferred to Tauranga Hospital from Waikato Hospital.
Why Hobbiton's behind-the-scenes tour is a must-do for fans of Middle-earth
OPINION: Ever wanted to step into the minds of Sir Peter Jackson and Sir Richard Taylor?
'Naughty judge': Chaos erupts in court as violent offender jailed
Judge addresses supporters: 'How am I the only one who’s angry about this?'
'A winner, no matter what': Tryathlon returns to Hastings
There is a new duathlon option for kids aged 7-15, offering a run, bike, run course.
Paid surf lifeguards are on the job
The paid surf lifeguards have begun work protecting three city beaches Monday to Friday.
'An honourable achievement': Teen racer to represent NZ in Australia
Koby Gooch, 15, to race in NZ youth ministock team; family proud of his achievements.
'We’re excited': Hawke’s Bay Music Hub announces 2024 record line-up
Vinyl pressing of 300 copies to promote Hawke’s Bay musicians, launch in February.
Steve Braunias: Well-known painter Mark Braunias dies
Steve Braunias reports on his brother's death
Third-generation board member to lead major farming business
Shar Amner is the new chairman of the Ātihau-Whanganui Incorporation board.
Person found dead in Napier CBD, police investigating
The incident was reported at about 3.15am.
Dairy prices drop for Christmas
This is the first negative result since a 0.3% dip at the October 16 event.