‘Incredibly, incredibly grateful’: Family praises first responders to Taihape crash
'Without those people, the outcome could have been completely different.'
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‘Heaven got a really great one’: Young man killed in jetboat accident named
The young shearer's loved ones have been left reeling by his sudden death.
Asset values up only $100m since 2022: New report on 10 biggest iwi
Most iwi had positive financial returns in 2024, an improvement on 2023: latest report
Revealed: Which BoP communities may move to a new electorate
Thousands of people affected by proposed electorate border reshuffle.
One person dead, Hamilton highway closed after two trucks crash
Drivers should avoid the area and expect delays.
Boil water notice for Woodville after rodent droppings found on reservoir rafters
Residents should boil water for drinking, cooking, and brushing teeth.
Police car rammed, man attempting to evade police bitten by police dog
Police were deployed to the area after sightings of a possible vehicle of interest.
‘We are world-leading’: Zespri’s compostable label innovation
Zespri says other fruit companies use home-compostable labels, but not in all markets.
‘Explosive activity’ at Whakaari: Ballistic blocks ejected 600m
Vent temperatures rose from 220C in January to 360C recently.
E-motorbike maker Ubco owes $36m, potential purchaser emerges
The firm went into receivership in January, having raised tens of millions from investors.
‘Worst I’ve seen’: Tyre specialist stunned at damage from roadworks, dozens of cars affected
More than 30 people have already called the council to request help.
‘We’re not going to tolerate it': Gisborne police to crack down as gang tension simmers
Police get special powers to act in sorting out gang conflict in the district.
‘Peace’ for Ngāti Hāua negotiator ahead of signing Deed of Settlement
Ngāti Hāua will sign its Deed of Settlement at Ngāpūwaiwaha Marae in Taumarunui.
Whakaari/White Island timelapse
Recent timelapse taken of Whakaari/White Island. Evidence of fresh explosive activity had been seen on the island. Video / Damian Rahmann Photography
Man charged with manslaughter, unlawful hunting after Kawerau man’s death
A man will appear in the Rotorua District Court accused of Stuart Stobie's manslaughter.
PM slates failure to inform ministers of 11yo misidentified by police, handcuffed, and drugged
One minister described the incident as 'every parent's worst nightmare'.
‘The Giant’: Unique Havelock North arts and crafts home on market
The Havelock gem is a historic nod to a simpler, traditional cottage style.
Ticket law reform urged as festivals leave fans $2.4m out of pocket
Juicy Fest, Timeless Summer cancellations show regulations fail to protect punters.
Convicted murderer death in custody: Police failed in duty of care
Martin, 63, was found dead in her Gisborne cell on November 23, 2023.
Seriously injured person airlifted to Christchurch after Taihape crash
'One person was trapped in the vehicle.'
‘Pretty cool’: George Letham wins Young Farmer Tasman final
Sheep shearing proved a challenge but Letham triumphed.
Meridian says Ruakākā solar farm will power half of Northland’s homes
Meridian Energy will proceed with its planned $226m solar farm near Whangārei.
Police appeal for witnesses after Hamilton, Taupō crashes
Seventeen people have been injured in three crashes across the region over the weekend.
Far North’s Mahoe Cheese tastes more success
Bay of Islands cheesemaker gets gold, silver and bronze medals at national awards.
Kerikeri’s Nurture by Nature to party like its 2005 after 20 years open
Nurture by Nature early childcare centre in Far North turning 20.
Iwi festival tipped to draw thousands
Far North iwi's Te Āhuareka o Ngāti Hine Festival on again.
Hapū agree price for 50% share of Hawke’s Bay Airport
If the sale is finalised, Mana Ahuriri will be the airport's largest shareholder.
Far North news briefs - tsunami siren test, regional fall, and council fees reviewed
News snippets from the Far North.
Every day is Christmas at Far North Christmas Tree Farm
On a Bay of Islands farm thousands of Christmas trees getting ready for festive season
How much a 12% rates rise could add to Tauranga homeowners' bills
The mayor says the council found $29m in savings to get the overall rise down to 12%.
‘At our age, it’s magic’: Northland nurses reunite after 60 years
Some of them were 17 when they started and hadn't seen each other for 60 years.
Revealed: Northland’s most costly fires in the past three years
The Whangārei Heads fire burned for more than a week - now the cost has been revealed.
11yo misidentified, handcuffed, given antipsychotics at mental health clinic
Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey slammed the mistaken identity incident as unacceptable.
‘Sick, monstrous desires’: Sexual blackmail victim confronts religious leader
'This is who you are, a small, weak, disgusting man who preys on younger males.'