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Kāeo rest home criticised for elderly woman’s care
Kauri Lodge under fire from Health and Disability Aged Care Commissioner.
Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua backs importance of injury prevention
Silver Ferns coach warns Northland's netball community over injury risk
Kerikeri students running competition to help eradicate moth plant
Cash prizes for Northlanders to remove pesky moth plants
'A spiritual moment': Matariki drone show set for mesmerising return
The Matariki drone show will feature hundreds of drones this June.
On the Up: Dozens come together to preserve a region's history, one click at a time
'Sometimes we just need to stop a little bit and learn from the past.'
'Zero facilities': Pensioners fear proposed 30% rates hike
The Johnsons' rates could rise to more than $3500 a year.
Migrant farm worker claims she was 'roped' into importing cocaine
Ruth Ramirez-Alfonso was arrested in a major 2021 cocaine bust in New Zealand.
Businessman accused of siphoning company of $111k, buying weed killer and Hush Puppies shoes
The 73-year-old claims he hasn't committed a crime, and it was a poorly governed company.
Fonterra says NSW court decision will not change Mainland sale plans
Fonterra says plans to divest its global consumer businesses are unchanged.
Hawks back into top six in NBL
The Hawks have hit the halfway stage of the NBL with six wins and five losses.
Aquatic centre closes hours after $4m upgrade opening, patron taken to hospital
'We are very sorry to those concerned and have made the decision to close.'
Alex Mukuka to make professional debut in Te Awamutu
The Commonwealth Games boxer has his eyes set on a world championship belt.
Smoke from cabin fire forces NorthTec students out of classroom
A female occupant was checked for smoke inhalation after the fire.
CCTV helps nab suspects in alleged hot water cylinder theft
Police were alerted to the alleged burglary around 9.30am on Sunday.
Police investigate after Hastings house targeted in early morning shooting
Officers were called to the Cobham Place address about 3am.
‘First for Hawke’s Bay’: Bus stops planned for airport, regional sports park
The plans are being praised by one traveller as being a 'really good' addition.
On The Up: 11-year-old dishing out 32 fillets after landing huge kingfish from beach
'No one deserved something like this to happen to them more than Clancy.'
Opinion: Why healthy animals mean healthier communities
OPINION: This year's World Veterinary Day theme was Animal Health Takes a Team.
One injured after car hits tree in Pyes Pā
One vehicle has crashed and the road remains open.
'Deeply distressing': Tyre slashing spree hits CBD
More than 10 vehicles were hit, with most having all four tyres stabbed.
Sticky situation: Ruru freed from notorious 'bird-catching tree'
The bird was treated and cleaned at the Native Bird Recovery Centre.
Simmental cattle breeder Tony Thompson's life of legacy
At 80 years old, Tony Thompson shows no sign of slowing down.
First XV wrap: Tauranga Boys' dish out a Grammar lesson in historic win
The win marks Tauranga's largest margin in their rivalry's history.
Gang conflict warrant invoked 28 times amid Hawke’s Bay tensions
Shots were fired at gang-related houses in Wairoa last Tuesday.
The Country: Is NZ heading for more dairy conversions?
Phil Duncan, David Seymour, Riley Kennedy, Adam Thomson, Craig Hickman, Bryce McKenzie.
'Not what we were wishing for': Civil Defence says get ready as more rain on the way
Kerikeri has already received 490mm, well above the April average of 150mm.
New bus stop bays open in Tauranga
Six new bus stop bays opened today in Tauranga’s city centre.
Police push for fresh info on Auck mum who vanished in 2018
Police fear Leonie Emery has been the victim of foul play.
'Huge amount of work': $70m Crown cash for Wairoa spillway approved
'A testament to the way in which the people of Wairoa have come together.'
Mangamuka Gorge reopened, temporary speed limits in place
SH1 over Mangamuka Gorge has been reopened after a slip that blocked the road was cleared.
'Really special': Horowhenua farm diversifies with agritourism
'We’re very conscious we’re the guardians of this land for the next generation.'
US tariffs to hit Delegat Group's 2025 earnings
The wine company has lowered its earnings outlook due to a 10% tariff.