Homicide investigation after brawl at 21st birthday leaves two dead
The mass brawl took place in Gisborne.
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Family members of two dead gather at scene of mass brawl
Three people are in a critical condition at Gisborne Hospital, which is in lockdown.
Brian Tamaki cancels drag queen event created by ex-Destiny Church member
Tamaki's team will put pressure on Hastings and Gisborne libraries to follow Rotorua.
Sean Wainui’s widow speaks of a ‘man of mana’ as the whānau unveils his beautiful headstone
The widow of Sean Wainui has spoken for the first time of her devastating loss.
Polo? Yolo! Meet legend of the sport Curly, still got it at 77
Phillip 'Curly' Thompson is still playing polo at the age of 77.
NZME buys Gisborne Herald newspaper and website
The newspaper has served as a 'cornerstone' of Tairāwhiti for 150 years.
Tairāwhiti conservationist discovers new mānuka species
Graeme Atkins confirms new manuka species 20 years after initial find.
Audits on forestry practices will improve: industry
International attention is continuing to hone in on forestry practices on the East Coast.
Man says drugs were for own use - his safe password suggested otherwise
Drug seller claims money was from orchard work, building and pokies.
Te Matatini 2025: 12 groups qualify from Mātaatua, Ngāti Kahungunu and Te Tauihu regionals
Twelve kapa groups from Mātaatua qualify for Te Matatini 2025.
Rain on its way for Auckland, set to spoil Black Caps T20
Meteorologist's gloomy forecast spells doom for cricket fans today.
Spoiler alert: Final T20 match in doubt due to dire weather forecast
Cricket fans are set to pay for today’s sun-soaked day.
East Coast's forestry nightmare: One year after Cyclone Gabrielle
More than 160,000 tonnes of debris have been removed but foresters have a bigger worry.
Explained: The bigger picture behind the Port Hills fire
With most of summer over, NZ is only beginning to get its most dangerous fire conditions.
At 5am, the siren sounded during which a karanga was heard
Te Karaka remembers the night Gabrielle changed their lives forever.
Gisborne remembers as Gabrielle's wounds still impact communities
Crowds acknowledge a year since Cyclone Gabrielle struck Tairāwhiti.
Cyclone Gabrielle: First came the rain, then destruction and death
Cyclone Gabrielle forever changed the lives of many in Hawke's Bay a year ago.
'Pretty simple': Horticulture business trials electric harvester
Leaderbrand is the first in NZ to trial new electric harvesting equipment.
'Tomorrow is a gift': Cyclone Gabrielle survivor on life a year after partner's death in landslide
A torrent of mud killed his partner as she slept. He's determined to continue her dream.
Indevin confirms wine bottling move, redundancies, pledges help to workers
Decision made after purchase of Villa Maria led to search for new bottling operation.
Police hope drone search results help in search for missing dad
Joseph Ahuriri, of Gisborne, vanished at the height of Cyclone Gabrielle.
The value of financial assets owned by 10 big post-settlement iwi
Asset returns decreased and half the iwi reported financial losses.
What's the deal with Auckland Anniversary?
Six regions celebrate Auckland Anniversary. What's that about and is it time for a change?
'Extortionate': $10,000-a-year rates shock threatens railbike venture dream
Geoff Main built an attraction on the old rail line. He didn't anticipate the rates bill.
Birthday party shooting: Pair accused of murder appear in court
Rawiri Zane Wharerau, 39, and brother Hemi, 41, were shot at their home in December.
Leaked report: Problematic heart services at Waikato Hospital linked to avoidable deaths
Report finds "wide recognition of avoidable preoperative mortality".
Severe thunderstorm warning in North Island; Auckland sees fifth hottest day
The potential heavy rain could see flash flooding around streams, gullies and urban areas.
Auckland records fifth hottest day, severe thunderstorm warnings issued, Masterton hits 33C
Next week could bring overnight temperatures in the single digits.
East Cape rain warning in force as region braces for another deluge
Civil Defence authorities are urging residents to stay off the roads on Sunday evening.
Large swell warning for North Island's east coast
Swells peaking up to 3m are expected for the entire east coast of the North Island.
Heat alerts issued for parts of New Zealand
Clouds, wind and rain are forecast for some parts of the country - but it's still hot.
Welcome mat in Cyclone Gabrielle-hit areas a sign of regional resilience
OPINION: Communities on their knees after Gabrielle have hosted the big-city exodus.
'Exceptional' teen shearer 'one to watch'
Jodiesha Kirkpatrick is 'a fantastic shearer' who takes her time and focuses on quality.
'It's brilliant': Mullooly smashes record, takes shearing 'to new level'
On hand to see the effort was Amy Silcock, who held the record for just three days.