Winston Peters talks ferries on The Country
Winston Peters, Ray Smith, Shane McManaway, Lynley Wyeth, and Campbell Parker.
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Council votes to drop prices at Ocean Spa for Hawke’s Bay residents
Plans for cold plunge pools and a reflexology walk in Ocean Spa stream in future.
Inaugural food festival a real treat for Taupō
Over 40 food and drink businesses participated in the 9-day event.
Revealed: The independent grocery operation taking a punt on vacant Flaxmere supermarket
'We are happy to have someone who believes in the people and community of Flaxmere.'
Jetstar drops $35 tickets as airlines reveal Christmas deals
Jetstar and Air New Zealand have revealed details of how flights will celebrate Christmas.
Fears American child may have contracted H5N1 from raw milk
Child in California may have H5N1 after drinking raw milk; health officials investigate.
Auckland woman 'over the moon' after reunion with stolen dog – three years later
De-Anna Kitto is reunited with her missing dog Baby after 3 years, thanks to a microchip.
'Changing the conversation': Real estate company raises nearly $20k for foodbank
A Tauranga real estate company is helping feed families this Christmas.
Ironman 70.3: Two major Rotorua-Taupō routes closed this weekend
Kiwi triathletes will race in the Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Taupō this weekend.
Fiesta Latina to heat up Gisborne with salsa and samba at Midway Surf Hub
Experience Latin party vibes at Gisborne’s Fiesta Latina before Christmas.
Encore: Local musicians, Gisborne choir to stage another Christmas concert
'It's going to be a thrilling experience with such strong vocal and instrumental backing.'
Community rallies to replace stolen wheelchair van
For 18 months, Bernard Cockery hasn't been able to travel as freely as he likes.
'Too divisive': Council shuts down submission on Treaty Bill
TRC submission warns Treaty Bill could harm Crown-Māori relations and existing ties.
What's on in Tairāwhiti this weekend: Diwali Festival, Rising Stars theatre and Christmas concert
What's on in Tairāwhiti this weekend: Diwali Festival, Rising Stars theatre and Christmas
'Virtue signalling': Farmers' complaint against major banks
Banking Alliance requires clients to meet GHG reduction targets for lower interest rates.
Receivers, liquidator in charge of Rotorua's Mountview Green final stages
Receiver says 22 homes completed, not settled; 20 more in various stages of construction.
'Panicked voice of oppression': Council backs iwi roles despite flood of opposition
Iwi representatives will vote on council committees despite thousands of opposing emails.
Major North Island roundabout milestone approaches
Construction of the new 60m Piarere roundabout is reaching another milestone.
Return to growth: MPI sees big lift in exports in 2025
MPI expects to see a rebound in New Zealand's primary sector exports in 2025.
Record Christmas Cookie Time seller faces a challenge for the title - from his brother
Brother versus brother: That's the way the cookie crumbles
Rotorua Lakes Council gets festive
Rotorua Māori ward councillor Rawiri Waru at the final meeting for the year. Video / Laura Smith
Has this beloved golf course been saved? Depends who you ask
A heated council debate includes claims of 'coercion' and 'disrespectful' behaviour.
Coast bridge lifted again
The Rotokautuku Bridge on SH35 near Ruatōria was lifted again yesterday.
Air NZ drops several Northland flights, raising connectivity concerns
Air NZ cuts flights to Kerikeri and Whangārei, raising concerns over Northland's economy.
Thunderstorms, downpours threaten North Island, Auckland under heavy rain watch
There is a risk of localised heavy downpours in Auckland.
‘Family man above all else’: Wife’s tribute to farmer who died after electric shock
Chris Allen is known for his contributions to environmental work in the farming space.
NZ house prices could rise 5% in 2025 as analysts signal market turning point
Also find out where house prices and rents rose fastest and slowest in NZ's year in review
'An engaged parent': Why drug-dealing artist's prison sentence was overturned for home detention
Dali Susanto's ex wanted him to have a “full and active role” in his children’s lives.
BNZ CEO admits denying sex toy brand an account was wrong call
'We didn’t get it right and we need to fix it.'
Rotary boosts Christmas Appeal with 200 donated items
The can drive tally for this week's Rotorua Christmas Appeal is in.
Surfer dies in Raglan despite CPR efforts by lifeguards
Emergency services were called to the scene around 2.25pm.
Beloved grandmother one of four victims killed in crash near Rotorua
'Tears from my eyes keep on falling.'
Deluges forecast for North Island, Auckland faces thunderstorms and muggy temperatures
Akl forecast to hit 24C tomorrow, 26C on Fri. Hastings could reach 30C in weekend.
'Why is he doing this?' Former Ngāpuhi leader accused of assaulting teen on fishing trip
Raniera Tau, also also known as Sonny Tau, was 63 at the time. The girl was 16.