New ZealandToxic algae warning for Wairarapa as red alerts issued for riversThe algae contains a neurotoxin which is harmful to humans and can be lethal for dogs.15 Jan 08:03 PM
New ZealandPolice appeal for information on Australian touristHer family have not had contact with her since January 13.15 Jan 07:38 PM
New ZealandSnow survival: Former Hamilton soldier in Mt Ruapehu tragedy heading to Invictus Games"It was meant to be adventure training and it turned into snow survival."15 Jan 07:37 PM
New ZealandChiefs return to Tauranga for cricket ground clashThe Chiefs are heading to play there on Anzac Day.15 Jan 06:31 PM
New ZealandNews briefs from the Far North - lighthouse stays, man shot and pedestrian hitNews snippets from the Far North15 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North public toilets hit by vandalismThe council is seeking the public's help after $2000 worth of damage was inflicted.15 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandHelp keep Treaty Grounds clean during Waitangi Day - volunteers neededVolunteers wanted to keep Waitangi Day commemorations clean in Bay of Islands15 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandFire restrictions in Far North follow summer water restrictionsFar North under fire and water restrictions15 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandA sausage to call your own: Butchery aims to make singles' love lives sizzle againFor single Hawke’s Bay residents, Valentine’s Day isn’t usually a banger.15 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe Hawke’s Bay connection to every bounce at the Australian OpenNZ wool the secret ingredient in grand slam tennis balls.15 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I don’t have a mum': Girl was disowned after revealing her stepdad’s sexual abuseThe girl's mother chose to stand by her partner, who was jailed for 11 years.15 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandInvestigators uncover the cause of Whangārei’s 20ha blazeNorthland's fire permits have been suspended until further notice due to risky conditions.15 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandShearing it around on the busiest weekend of the seasonMore than 200 shearers and woolhandlers are expected to be in action this weekend.15 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan charged with murder after Thames death, victim namedA 28-year-old is due to appear in the Kaitāia District Court.15 Jan 07:01 AM
New Zealand‘Now a low risk to others’: Teen involved in $378k Michael Hill robbery avoids jailChedin Thompson's strong whanau support has helped him stay out of jail.15 Jan 07:00 AM
New ZealandRevealed: The dates each Rotorua emergency housing motel must closeResource consents for seven motels extended despite public objections.15 Jan 05:20 AM
New ZealandFined forestry giant yet to rectify issues after cyclone damage, despite court ordersJudge extends deadline for forestry cleanup in Tolaga Bay amid compliance issues.15 Jan 04:29 AM
New ZealandFighting Coromandel wildfire affects water supply - water testing done in 48 hoursWater testing is currently under way to determine if contaminants are present.15 Jan 04:09 AM
BusinessRenewed US trade war threatens China's 'lifeline'Exports have historically been a key engine in the world's second-largest economy.15 Jan 04:06 AM
New ZealandEdgecumbe flood lawsuits may burden ratepayers with $7m costEdgecumbe was flooded due to the breach of a Rangitaiki River floodwall in 2017.15 Jan 02:29 AM
New ZealandWeather, water quality and swells hit Gisborne visitor numbersThe cooler weather has impacted on visitor and beachgoer numbers in Tairāwhiti.15 Jan 02:23 AM
New ZealandPolice raid Napier home: Loaded gun, drugs, cash and stolen e-scooter foundMan arrested after firearm, meth, 60 bags of cannabis and stolen e-scooter found.15 Jan 02:21 AM
New ZealandGrowing optimism for the 2025 avocado seasonThe avocado industry is holding on to hope for a good season in 2025.15 Jan 02:10 AM
New ZealandRaising the next generation of primary industry leadersHATA has regional hubs throughout NZ with workshops, programmes & resources for teachers.15 Jan 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Beaver-like dam' sewer blockage fix costs $50,000The 'inexcusable' sewer pipe blockage was located 150m from Stout St down to Oak St.15 Jan 01:58 AM
New ZealandLarge scrub fire near Taupō controlled after helicopters battle blazeWitnesses earlier said the fire was worrying nearby homeowners.15 Jan 01:44 AM
New Zealand'Don't let it stop you': Professional basketballer's health battle'There are people who care for you and will still want you to succeed.'15 Jan 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘Miserable weather’: Summer visitors turn away from Splash PlanetSplash Planet's visitor numbers are so far more than 12,000 down on last summer.15 Jan 12:50 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Rabobank’s Stefan Vogel on the global food supply chainStefan Vogel, Hunter McGregor, Hamish Goatley.15 Jan 12:40 AM
New Zealand'So many hearts broken': 14-year-old killed in crash that injured four others'Words will never truly express the utter sorry and sadness we feel.'14 Jan 11:42 PM
New ZealandPolice seek witnesses after arson near Raglan AirfieldPolice urge anyone with info on Raglan fire to contact them.14 Jan 11:38 PM
New ZealandNew speed shear record set at Te PunaA new Te Puna Speed Shear record has been set by a shearer in his 20s.14 Jan 11:30 PM
New Zealand'Opportunities for whānau': Iwi celebrates new affordable homes in TaurangaSeven new homes blessed in Tauranga, marking a milestone for Ngāti Ranginui.14 Jan 11:10 PM
New Zealand'It was massive': ‘Monster’ great white shark circles fishing kayakerOliver Hopwood spotted a dark shape drifting below his kayak early on Sunday morning.14 Jan 11:08 PM
