New ZealandSH25 reopens after six injured in Whangamatā house fireBrigades from Whangamatā, Ōnemana-Ōpoutere, Waihi, Paunanui, Tairua and Paeroa attended. 31 Dec 09:14 PM
New Zealand'I cannot accept': Faith-based abuse survivor rejects New Year HonourMike Ledingham says his decision came after a lot of soul-searching.31 Dec 06:43 PM
PropertyNZ’s top 60 real estate agents revealed - return of the super-listersAgents keep setting records despite the downturn.31 Dec 05:30 PM
New ZealandTrains, people and Hundertwasser: Kawakawa residents say why they love their townReporter Jenny Ling visits Kawakawa for her series on why residents love their small town.31 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCell towers in Hawke’s Bay need $20m upgrades to protect against natural disastersA new cyclone study calls for an upgrade to cell towers. The industry isn't convinced.31 Dec 05:00 PM
OpinionAleyna Martinez'Grab your rolling pin': What Tauranga leaders want to see in 2025A regional deal, a bigger pie, roads, health funding solutions and unity on the wishlists.31 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionAleyna Martinez'It is time to stand tall': What Rotorua leaders want in 2025Thriving tourism, a focus on youth — and the end of homeless motels are on the wishlists.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe New Year's races in the 1800s"A day of real pleasure, the races being held on New Year’s Day each year."31 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Biggest day ever’ for drug testing at NZ music festivalThe NZ Drug Foundation reports on "successful" stint at Rhythm and Vines in Gisborne.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘A safe, carbon-neutral platform’: Air ambulances go electricNZAAS integrates eVTOLs for cost-effective, quiet and reliable patient transport.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Experience the freedom’: Deputy mayor on leaving council in 2025Josh Wharehinga plans to revive Tairāwhiti boxing scene after stepping down from council.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘It made me cry’: Former drug-dealing gang member on the words that changed his lifeKamonn Flavell-Downey helps 170 youth, proves change is possible.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'No one deserves that': Family, friends pay tribute to Ngāruawāhia homicide victimPolice have named the woman who died as 42-year-old Turipapa Tukere.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand10-year tractor restoration involves three generationsThe Country looks back at some of the biggest and best stories of the past 12 months.31 Dec 04:00 PM
Crime'It just kept dragging on': Frustrations with growing backlog of judge-alone trialsLawyers fear some people are pleading guilty because their cases keep being adjourned.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan fights cancellation of 24-hour gym membership after staying the night'I was trying to maximise my short one-month period to beef up and get fit.'31 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandOpinion: If farmers can’t cover costs, what then for the economy?The Country looks back at some of the biggest and best stories of the past 12 months.31 Dec 03:59 PM
New Zealand2024's high-profile court stories: Gangs, illegal prostitution and an infamous murderWe look back on serious court cases and a parole hearing with a twist.31 Dec 03:58 PM
New ZealandFifty years of service to conservation: 'The environment does have some value'Julian Fitter has been contributing to conservation for half a century.31 Dec 03:45 PM
New ZealandPerson dies after being found unresponsive in water at popular Northland bayA rāhui has been placed on Bland Bay and will be lifted at 12pm on Thursday. 31 Dec 04:02 AM
New ZealandPolice given special powers amid gang retaliation fears after woman’s death in WaikatoHomicide investigation continues into Turipapa Tukere's death in Ngāruawāhia.31 Dec 03:45 AM
New ZealandMan who died after jumping into harbour during Christmas police callout namedPolice have said he was evading arrest, but a family member disputed that.31 Dec 03:19 AM
New ZealandUmbrellas and tartan out in force at 152nd Waipu Highland GamesThe event went ahead despite bouts of heavy rain — and crowds were pumping.31 Dec 03:12 AM
New ZealandPaws and order: New police dog teams unleashedDogs and handlers graduate to boost force's frontline capacity nationwide.31 Dec 03:02 AM
New Zealand‘Drink to enjoy, not to medicate’: Far North deputy mayor's festive warningFar North deputy mayor Kelly Stratford shares her journey from binge drinking to sobriety.31 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandTairāwhiti news digest: Pā Wars this week; Fire in the Sky; wet weather updatePā Wars is celebrating its 30th anniversary since it began in 1995.31 Dec 02:35 AM
New Zealand‘Good, muddy fun’: Gisborne all but gridlocked as sodden Rhythm and Vines festivalgoers gatherOne resident said it was 'crazy out there'; another had 'never seen anything like it'.31 Dec 02:20 AM
New ZealandA century in the Bay: Celebrating Murray Houston’s 100th milestoneHawke's Bay centenarian Murray Houston celebrates 100 years with family and friends.31 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandPolice clarify Napier man’s death after fall from car roofNapier man died falling from car, not hit by vehicle, police confirm.31 Dec 01:26 AM
New Zealand'Incredible band': US music legends The Roots rock Summer Haze festivalJimmy Fallon's house band is one of the biggest acts visiting the Bay this summer.31 Dec 12:52 AM
New ZealandGas station robbery reported, three youths in custodyPolice were alerted to the incident at 6.25am.31 Dec 12:26 AM
New ZealandPolice seek victim after assault at Hawke’s Bay racing eventPolice seek assault victim for welfare check after incident at Livamol Classic Raceday.31 Dec 12:13 AM
New ZealandThieves fleece visiting charity food growing group twice in 10 daysThieves have hampered the efforts of a charity food growing initiative visiting Northland30 Dec 11:30 PM
New Zealand'Is this for real?': Honour surprises Ngāi Te Rangi kaumātuaIhaka has been honoured with an ONZM for services to Māori and governance.30 Dec 11:00 PM
