‘We need more writers who can just remember’, says Ockham-winning wahine professor
Ngāhuia te Awekōtuku won the General Non-Fiction Award for her memoir Hine Toa.
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Butter prices soar 65%, driving food cost higher, new data shows
Stats NZ's selected prices index includes power, rent, food and travel.
'It's extreme': Water rates hike sparks anger in Hawke's Bay
Mayor Walker says the rate hike is due to past underinvestment and growing regulations.
'Shaken': Worker threatened with weapon as two bottle stores robbed
The first robbery was in Napier about 5.10pm, the second soon afterwards in Hastings.
'Reality of change': 106yo school in path of new highway faces relocation
Tauriko School will remain open throughout construction and any relocation.
Canterbury dairy farm's innovative bid to improve soil health
"The soil health, it's ultimately the foundation, the backbone of everything that we do."
Police investigate 'suspicious' fire after Te Puke shed blaze
Two fire crews battled the fire.
Gin, lavender, and life for a Lotto executive
Jason Delamore on bringing new meaning to 'work-life' balance.
One person seriously injured in midnight fight in Katikati
Those involved in the fracas left the scene before police arrived.
14,000 hay bales go up in flames on Ashburton farm
Smoke is blowing over State Highway 1 from the fire.
'We wanted more': Four mums start their own health hub in rural town
The clinic's family-friendly flexibility could help solve healthcare worker shortage.
On The Up: Kaitāia teen Levi Ashwell is leading the way at St John Hato Hone
Kaitāia St John Hato Hone's Levi Ashwell is best Drill cadet in NZ
'Immoral': Principals oppose charter school funding amidst education reform
$153 million is allocated to establish 50 charter schools over four years.
Property resellers pocket $280k average profit despite market dip
The median profit gain in Auckland for house resales was $356,000.
200 new retirement homes coming to Putāruru as Overdale Estate hits stage two
Ground first broke on the $200m, 400-home Overdale Estate development in 2022.
Council euthanises 56 dogs in two months
FNDC received 796 requests for service for animal management in January and February.
Opinion: Why mallard ducks are more than just a pretty nuisance
Opinion: A duck season drone raises questions on wildlife management and costs.
Coromandel baches for under $1m - entry-level holiday homes dropping in price
Why now could be the best time to buy in the holiday town, say agents.
Taser probe: Attack with mystery device prompts hunt for woman
The suspect fired the probe from a black object, possibly a Taser.
'No one to save me': Woman claims before trial suddenly halted
Complainant alleges the abuse began the day she came into the man's care.
Person seriously injured after bull attack at Canterbury farm
A rescue helicopter and several Hato Hone St John staff are attending the scene in Oxford.
Govt appoints leaders for new research institutes in major overhaul
Barry Harris will lead the Bioeconomy Science Institute after the merger.
'Does not conform': NZTA, minister say 'taihoa' to te reo Māori stop-go sign
The te reo sign read 'Taihoa' and 'Haere' instead of 'Stop' and 'Go'.
'Any info': Father's plea for help in son's stabbing case
Grieving high school students urged to talk about their sorrow after teen's death.
Kiwi selected to help choose new Archbishop of Canterbury
Isaac Beach has been selected to help choose the next Archbishop of Canterbury
15 years on, man denies killing woman in a remote rural ravine
Dean Mulligan maintains his innocence, 15 years after his conviction.
'Unique opportunity': $2.5m development for inner-city living in Hastings
The project includes housing, commercial spaces, and a public car park.
The Country: When will the PM visit China?
Christopher Luxon, Michael Every, Katie Milne, and Craig Wiggins.
Long-serving regional councillor resigns
Her resignation won't trigger a byelection; the seat stays vacant until October.
Team NZ name Burling's replacement and core sailors
Five sailors have been confirmed by the Auld Mug defenders – including one new face.
'Their responsibility': Harbourmaster warns skippers against dangerous bar crossings
The warning comes after two Raglan rescues carried out in three days.
Kiwis need to learn to trust charities
OPINION: Charities should be free to think big and act boldly, not face unfair scrutiny.
Inside Economics: What tariff truce means for NZ and why steak prices are rising
Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.
Too many 'caught in the crossfire' of preventable crashes, senior firefighter says
In 2024, 27 people died, and 153 were seriously injured in Northland crashes.