NRC cracks down on defiant firelighter
A Northland council has been granted a court order to stop a resident lighting fires.
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Gisborne letter writers like Grey St changes and trail extension, worry about fast-track bill
Gisborne letters: Liking Grey St changes, trail extension, worried about fast-track bill.
Storm sees roads closed in Tairāwhiti, sewer valves opened
Heavy rainfall and strong wind warnings remained in place overnight.
Northland power outage: NorthChamber says businesses will seek compensation
It's estimated Northland businesses lost between $40 million and $60m during the outage.
Why Kiwi olive oil growers are having a tough season
“There’ll be a lot of groves just not viable. That’s just the reality of it."
'I'm so sorry this happened to you': Mobility scooter rider dies in hit-and-run
'The person was transported to Waikato Hospital where, sadly, they have died.'
'Come on my brother': Tributes for three fishermen lost in huge seas, rescue bid suspended
A 7m boat with three fishermen onboard was first reported missing yesterday afternoon.
'48-hour nightmare': Teen allegedly kidnapped, raped after $20k ATM heist
Now a father and son are on trial together in the High Court at Napier.
‘Heartbreaking’ reality of air pollution in Mount Maunganui
'The chronic exposure [to pollutants] that is creating the harm in our community.'
Police eavesdrop on private communications to bust meth ring
Bishop associated with Brydon Boyce, who had meth in his system at time of fatal crash.
Waikato and Chiefs gain spots in the big teams
Ōtorohanga Sports Club's Cortez Ratima is one of five new All Blacks.
'Get out of the tractor': How the Barrett parents heard sons' All Blacks news
The proud Barrett parents reveal how they found out Scott and Jordie will lead the team.
Ocean rescue mission: Two in water, one missing
Urgent efforts made by sea and air in atrocious conditions
'Moment of madness': Former teacher, artist’s fall from grace during Parliament protests
Billy-James Natanahira threw pavers at police during the March 2022 riot.
How 'agricvoltaics' could help Kiwi farmers
Agrivoltaics use agricultural land for both renewable electricity generation and farming.
Person in serious condition after being struck by moving car
One person is in serious condition after being struck by a moving vehicle.
Bridge vs Truck: Another truck hits Rust Ave structure, the second in two weeks
Whangārei rail overbridge in Rust Ave hit by truck for 16th time.
Hastings turns on the rain for Magpies and Rams history-maker
Rain is set to dominate the first Ranfurly Shield match in Hastings for 97 years.
'You are going to jail': Only one outcome for violent teen in jewellery store robbery
He herded employees into the back of the store and attacked one with a crowbar.
Watch: Seal vs eel caught on a reel
The moment 'really brightened everyone’s day' - apart from the eel's.
Notices coming for earthquake-prone buildings
The notices will be issued to all affected buildings by the end of the year.
Community voices heard on Rangitīkei’s long-term plan
The Marton pool, kerbside collection and Marton's main street were the key topics.
Seal hunts eel in creek near Taradale
A passerby captured the moment a roaming kekeno caught an eel in Taipo Stream near the Napier suburb of Taradale, about 5km from the ocean. Video / Supplied
The Country: Stress and resilience with Dan Pronk
Dan Pronk, Greer Paterson, Jack Fagan, Kevin Barrett.
Tauranga mayoral race: How Greg Brownless would fix Tauranga
A Q&A with one of Tauranga's 15 mayoral contenders.
Newbie bowls player wins centre's top individual award
“I was very overwhelmed and quite emotional."
'The roof was blown off': Rosetown Posedown a showcase for town
Local team’s results were a testament to all their hard work and determination.
Teen actors in BoP launch TikTok series
A new TikTok series has launched, created by a group of teens from Bay of Plenty.
Whanganui gears up for launch of recycling service
Kerbside recycling is set to start in Whanganui from next week.
Synlait needs 'influential' a2's support for Bright Dairy lifeline
The struggling dairy manufacturer has revealed fresh detail about its $130 million loan.
Emergency coordination system work halted by public sector cuts
The system is similar to what Cyclone Gabrielle reviews say the country urgently needs.