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‘Total basket case’: Emergency meeting to be held on damning Wellington Water reports
Wellington Water chairman Nick Leggett's future is expected to be discussed tomorrow.
Riding a scooter from Napier to Wellington: 'I was bricking it'
HB Today reporter Jack Riddell took on a mammoth challenge. 300 others joined him.
‘Nothing short of a scandal’: Call for Wellington Water chairman to resign
Another scathing report about the company reveals ratepayers have been ripped off.
Shane Te Pou: Why we all pay for the shocking state of our energy sector
OPINION: The truth is, the electricity shortage works for the gentailers.
How a race weekend became a dream come true for Norm Stewart
‘Dream burst into reality’ when La Dulcin’ee recorded an emotionally charged win.
Analysis: Should Martinborough wineries pay for a shared path after fatality?
A fatal crash between a car and four-seater bike has prompted a discussion about safety.
'Very happy to have made it': Justin Meikle's shearing surprise
Meikle decided to enter the five-round circuit while supporting son Tye's junior efforts.
Historic pōwhiri kicks off biggest Te Matatini festival
The festival's opening ceremony included a new taonga gifting by the Rangi whānau.
'Excited': Masterton prepares to host the Golden Shears
The Golden Shears was first held at Masterton's War Memorial Stadium in 1961.
‘I set fire to the seven churches’: Man claims to be behind Masterton church attacks
Four church fires in Masterton all started between 4.25am and 4.35am, fire officials say.
Woman killed in horror Martinborough bike crash named
Alison Korny lived in New Zealand before moving to the UK.
Rainbow crossing legal case about safety, not diversity
The Cuba St crossing was painted in 2018 to make Wellington more LGBTQI-friendly.
'It’s freedom': Major milestone for aerial topdresser
'Every farm you can see around here, I’ve topdressed it.'
Watch: The best and worst-performing hospital EDs in NZ revealed
Official information reveals the best and worst performing hospital emergency departments.
‘Can’t express the sadness’: Community mourns fatal bike crash
Locals urge reduced speed limits due to increased bike traffic.
Mayoral hopeful urges speed limit cut after fatal cyclist crash
A cyclist died, and three were injured in a crash in Martinborough.
UK visitor dead, three badly injured after car crashes into shared bike in Martinborough
The owner of the quadricycle told the Herald he was beside himself.
Michael Voss lines up alongside world’s top trail runners
The Tarawera Ultra-Trail, New Zealand's premier running event starts in Rotorua.
‘Completion, not competition’: Father-son duo tackle epic race
Gisborne-East Coast athletes were well represented in the Coast to Coast adventure race.
Manhunt continues for armed offender who pointed gun at cops, public
Police said he pointed a gun at a member of the public after pointing it at police.
The cowboy challenge: From Yellowstone to Dannevirke
Popular series has helped to create a buzz for this weekend's event.
‘Will not accept violence’: Manhunt after offender points gun at police, public
'We are out there every day... in what is increasingly a hostile environment.'
500 schools ranked: NCEA hotspots where top marks meet affordable housing
Discover the schools with the highest academic results and most affordable house prices.
Government backpedals on some automatic speed reversals, says consultation now possible
'There is local support for the speed limits to stay lower,' says Chris Bishop.
Society Insider: Seymour’s romantic beach proposal; Kiwi running billionaire’s empire
Plus, is NZ rich list heiress Ali Andrews married to her French-US billionaire boyfriend?
'Gonna be a fabulous little work dog': Huntaway Miley one year on
Miley's learned her walk, stop, and run whistle commands. She's still working on her bark.
'So cheerful': Sunflowers bring joy despite tough growing season
Sunflowers can help supplement farm incomes or fundraising efforts for growers.
Toxic algae warning for Wairarapa as red alerts issued for rivers
The algae contains a neurotoxin which is harmful to humans and can be lethal for dogs.
From university to sharemilking: Meet the Hammonds
'The farm manager was leaving so Dad proposed we come home to try contract milking.'
Man trapped in farm machinery, airlifted to hospital with serious injuries
The man was quickly freed by paramedics and firefighters this morning.
Memoir reveals Lord of the Rings secrets, and inside Sir Peter Jackson’s mansion
A new book reveals the body part belonging to Gandalf, now kept in a fridge.
Alleged shooter in gang-related killing named after court appearance
Police arrest Wipuhara Kapene, accused of shooting Albert Enoka in Lower Hutt.
Weather warnings for North Island as Interislander cancels crossings
A deep low-pressure system is directing southerly gales and powerful swells.