Napier City Rovers set lofty goals ahead of National League
Captain Jim Hoyle opens up on Napier City Rovers' National League qualification and hopes.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Youth tackle range of issues at speech contest
Te Hiku o-te Ika Manu Korero – Far North Schools Speech Competition results.
Gisborne's DrainWise programme hailed a success by mayor
Gisborne's DrainWise scheme hailed for boosting sewage system capacity during wet weather.
Far North Constable Harriet Steele's mettle earns her top Ironman accolade
Harriet Steele earns Ironman scholarship during cancer fight.
Comment: As we farewell our Kīngi we will continue to be guided by his extraordinary leadership
OPINION: Kīngi Tūheitia Pōtatau was taken far too soon.
Coastal change maps can aid Māori communities in climate adaptation planning
Hope that coastal data will be useful in decision-making, planning.
Far North news briefs - Northland Kauri play in Kaitāia, Blood Service collecting and sustainability recognised
News snippets from the Far North
Property market springing back – but not in Northland
Experts say house prices have finally bottomed out and are on the up... elsewhere.
Waste of ratepayers' money: Northland MP slams council's speed limit changes
FNDC has gone ahead with speed limit changes the Government says will have to be reversed.
'There's room for everyone': Kīngi Tūheitia’s simple but powerful message
Academic: Kotahitanga, or unity, is an enduring theme the Kīngitanga brings to politics.
German newcomer sees potential in Gisborne apples
A German-owned company is investing in Gisborne's apple industry with an orchard purchase.
Pushing human limits: Northlander reveals how she runs an ultra-marathon a day
Shannon-Leigh Litt has run 242 ultra-marathons since January. Here's how she's done it.
Mt Ruapehu life pass holders 'devastated' at losing their $4k passes after liquidation
'The majority of life pass holders have had a very sour taste left in their mouth.'
Young equestrian to compete on international stage
'She’s come a long way in a short time.'
'Predatory attack': Woman followed home after trying to buy coffee with $100 bill
Taonui Cooper kicked and punched the woman as he demanded she hand over the money.
Heritage seeds 'the key to our future'
Pair started collecting heritage fruit trees in the 1980s while living in Kaiwaka.
Acclaimed local restaurants put Waikato on the foodie map
Almost 20 local restaurants have been named in the Cuisine Good Food Awards 2024/2025.
'Only a problem if it hits you': Daniels ready for big-punching challenger
“It’s simple, really. A power punch is only a problem if it hits you."
Spirit of promising rugby star lives on through two trophies
The rising star's life was cut short after a fall from a crane on a construction site.
Māori ward to stay: Referendum to decide its future in 2028, 2031 elections
A referendum will now be held alongside the 2025 local government election.
Zero waste hub diverts tonnes of material from landfill
Twenty-two tonnes have been saved so far.
Council holds firm on rural recycling
Councillors voted 7-6 to keep the service as is until at least next year.
Police operation sees two minors sold alcohol at licensed premises
Two underage volunteers were sold alcohol in the Hokianga and Kaipara areas
'He ran me over': Three caregivers on trial for alleged abuse of foster children
Three foster parents are on trial facing dozens of charges of ill-treatment and neglect.
'Well-known and respected': Bishop Denis George Browne, 86, dies after long illness
He led the Hamilton diocese from 1994 to 2014 and a priest for more than 60 years.
Dogs allegedly involved in attack held by authorities
“We have also been in regular contact with the injured person’s whānau."
SH1 closure for road maintenance
Residents and businesses within the closure points would have access to their properties.
Popular Hamilton food spot celebrates milestone
In the past 15 years it has enjoyed a growing popularity - not only from locals.
Farming at home and away with Hamish Marr
Andrew Murray, Kelvin Wickham, Hamish Marr, Hunter McGregor, Janine Mallon.
The old school bach that's literally too close to home to keep
Vendor lives just five minutes away.
Former police officer honoured for pulling woman from burning house
A former Te Puke police officer has been honoured for rescuing a woman from a fire.
Collaboration with marae wins The Lines Company major award
The Lines Company collaborates with marae; wins major energy project award.
Major victory for mobility parking advocate
Claire Dale's petition to Government to raise mobility parking fines is a success
'Get off your fat arse': Councillor's expletive-laden rant found in breach of code of conduct
Several of the complainants called for Bydder to resign.