Farmers calling for same animal welfare standards on local and imported pork
In some of these countries, farmers still use sow stalls (cages for pregnant pigs), which New Zealand banned,…
Far North’s Te Aupōuri green-lipped mussel farm hit by suspected vandalism
“They are shocked that this has happened, questioning why someone would commit such a crime,” she said. She…
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Clampdown on unpaid court fines returns more than $700k
A clamping initiative targeting people who haven’t paid their court fines has returned more than $700,000. Photo: 123RF…
Foreign crew on retired Interislander ferry earning below minimum wage
The Vega, formerly the Interislander ferry Aratere, at anchor in Tasman Bay in December. Photo: Barry Whitnall Photography…
A home for granny, a headache for the homeowner
Experts say that the real rule change is simply that when things go wrong, the burden of responsibility…
New flood data shows where Manawatū-Whanganui most vulnerable
Manawatū River seen at capacity in Palmerston North during Cyclone Gabrielle. Photo: Warwick Smith / Manawatu Standard /…
Papakura student road patroller hit by car becomes fifth child run over since start of term
The pupil was taken to Middlemore Hospital in a moderate condition. Diversions were put in place for motorists…
Kiwi golfer Daniel Hillier well-placed at rain-hit NZ Open
Daniel Hillier of New Zealand talks to caddy Steve Williams during round one of the New Zealand Open.…
Mauao landslide: Marine Parade businesses beg council for rates break
A group of 16 hospitality business owners directly affected by the cordon around Adams Ave and Marine Parade…
KiwiSaver withdrawal funded ‘life-saving’ weight loss surgery
Biddy Tai Ahmu and her twin grandchildren, Aylani and Zahkani. Photo: Supplied Biddy Tai Ahmu says bariatric surgery…
South Waikato council walkout after mayor challenged on camera ban by councillors
A council spokesperson said councillor Zed Latinovic “interjected” while the mayor was addressing Bruce Simpson, the member of…