Chatham Islands ancient waka: Judge rules Crown must protect buried remains
Excavations, funded by the Ministry for Culture and Heritage, concluded in February 2025, revealing more than 750 pieces.…
New premium health and fitness centre to take over former Chatham gym
The centre is being launched by professional boxer and Chatham local Moses Itauma Club Eight 3 is taking…
Napier City Rovers eye Central League lead and Chatham Cup progress
Captain Jim Hoyle is set to lead his Napier City Rovers side into battle twice this weekend. Photo…
Serious Fraud Office considers findings of investigation into former MP Paul Eagle’s role as Chatham Islands chief executive
“The SFO has noted the published report and will consider the matters raised by the OAG [Office of…
Weather: Low-pressure system swings past New Zealand, targets Chatham Islands
MetService forecaster Kate Lyons told the Herald the current low bringing wet weather across New Zealand would slowly…
‘Germaori’ claim over Chatham Islands waka rejected by Māori appeal court
The pieces have been stored in the care of the Ministry for Culture and Heritage and parties were…
There’s still time to get vaccinated
People who have not yet been vaccinated are being urged to boost their protection this winter with flu…
Stop Smoking, Feel Happier campaign launches to help smokers quit
The Smokefree Advice Centre in Chatham. Published: Thursday, 8th January 2026 A new campaign across the South East…
Māori Land Court Judge rules German origin claim of Chatham Islands waka not plausible
Excavations concluded earlier this year, revealing more than 450 artefacts and multiple parties have since lodged ownership claims…