Fire ban: All permits revoked for North Waikato and Coromandel
Fire and Emergency New Zealand has declared a prohibited fire season in the area.
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Rising stars: Young riders shine at Rotorua’s Whip Off Champs
Day three began at 6am with pump track events for the Under 15s title.
One person critical after serious car and motorcycle crash in Pipiroa, Hauraki
Emergency services were alerted to the crash about 2.20pm.
‘Identified a few issues’: Super Rugby CEO addresses Fijian Drua travel problems
Super Rugby Pacific held a 'thorough review' of the issues after the Drua shared concerns.
Five helicopters, 50 firefighters battling to contain Far North blaze
Early indications suggest the large vegetation fire was caused by sparks from a grinder.
'Best of the Bay': Hawke’s Bay couple spot gap in market for premium gift boxes
'We just want to make it easier for everyone to experience the best of Hawke’s Bay.'
Local water services: Should Rotorua go it alone?
Options include an in-house model or partnering with other councils.
Drought declared in key NZ farming regions, Govt offers support
The government is providing $100,000 to support affected farmers.
Emma Poole talks dairying and drought on The Country
Peter Walsh, Emma Poole, Shane McManaway, Dr John Roche, and Chris Brandolino.
Hot, dry conditions tip Northland into drought
Big dry gives Northland its eighth drought in past two decades
National, Act condemn Labour’s ‘deck chair’ caucus reshuffle
Hipkins is calling for a more collaborative approach to governing.
Flaxmere gym to close amid Hastings Council budget cuts
A petition with 137 signatures urges the council to keep the gym open.
Top axeman Jack Jordan ready for NZ Rural Games
Jordan's brother Shane will be a tough rival at the wood chopping event.
15 boats damaged in marina fire, cause under investigation
Four boats, including a yacht, were moved to the hard deck due to damage.
Vessels run aground in Coromandel after channel disappears
Waikato Regional Council said it knew of four vessels that grounded.
‘Horrendous’ parvo outbreak: Northland vets warn of rising cases
Vets and SPCA urge vaccinations amid Northland's parvovirus outbreak.
Washington Post on NZ’s ‘divisive culture war’
'Chihuahuas cannot be allowed to have an outsize impact on the Government'
SH25 cleared after after logging truck hit power pole near Whangamatā
Police said contractors were at the scene and there were no reports of injuries.
‘Deeply regrettable’: School lunch burns student, prompting safety probe
David Seymour apologised to the principal for the lunch incident.
Second Waikato councillor resigns ahead of election
First-term councillor who secured 1795 votes at the 2022 election.
'Not the time for pitching visionary projects': Councils suggest a strategic regional deal with Govt
The Cabinet plans to decide in May the first regions to progress.
Name suppression lifted for man accused of murdering Hastings father
Keith Pati had arrived in New Zealand in 2024 to find a future for his family.
Stuart Neill wins Canterbury Ballance Farm Environment Awards
Judges said Pukatea Dairy Farms chooses to do the right thing, rather than the easy thing.
Local knowledge leading 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza
Far North fisher leading race for $30k top prize in 90 Mile Beach Snapper comp
Rotorua personalities get their kicks from a good cause
The event raises money for food parcels and services for people in need.
Whakaari-White Island memorial project requires further hapū engagement
$90,000 was raised this year, with hopes for central government funding.
Police find large knife, $3200 cash and meth at Hamilton CBD arrest
A man was reported for suspicious behaviour on Thursday afternoon.
‘Desperate need’: Calls grow for Pāpāmoa East community hub
A Pāpāmoa East centre needs to be prioritised, a reverend says.
‘How is this even happening?’: Probe into Fijian Drua rugby team’s hellish journey
Star player questioned if NZ or Australian team would ever have to ride in back of truck.
Eels picked away at farmer’s injured leg - now he’s healed and planning to run a Coast to Coast
Seven gruelling surgeries and a painstaking skin graft won't hold Harvey Nelson back.
'I felt like an awful person': Woman's 17-year journey to endo diagnosis
Charlotte, 28, has endometriosis, an inflammatory disease affecting 1 in 10 NZ women.
A Boy’s Own Adventure - Dick Frizzell on his new memoir
Featuring stories from Frizzell's childhood Hastings, the book is released March 13.
Hinewai Ormsby: The case for a dam for Heretaunga and why HBRC can’t afford to do nothing
We need to think about the Hawke’s Bay our children and their children will inherit.
‘Violent and secretive’: Dog-fighting rings going undetected as fear rules
People fear their pet dogs are being taken and used for the blood sport.