‘Smash the taniwha’: Riqi Harawira’s journey from addiction to redemption and being back on stage
“Substance abuse was affecting my ability to manage socially and psychologically,” Harawira said in a deeply personal interview.…
Australia’s Khawaja announces retirement from international cricket
“As I walk off for the last time, I do so with gratitude and peace.” Khawaja immigrated to…
Health NZ data reveals hundreds of assaults on Bay of Plenty, Lakes hospital staff
This included 168 at security, 109 at facilities staff, and 65 in Rotorua Hospital’s Emergency Department. During the…
Australia’s Khawaja announces retirement from international cricket
“As I walk off for the last time, I do so with gratitude and peace.” Khawaja immigrated to…
DOH reports rise in mental health calls during holidays
THE Department of Health (DOH) reported on Sunday that the National Center for Mental Health (NCMH) hotline received…
Club patron Emma Twigg returns for Hawke’s Bay rowing’s 150 years New Year regatta
It comes seven weeks after she celebrated success in that new venture, a World Rowing Beach Sprint title,…
Gisborne police flood roads and deploy Eagle helicopter for New Year boy racer crackdown
“Anti-social road user behaviour is reckless and wreaks havoc on our communities. We won’t stand for it,” Park…
Youth MPs’ speeches contained potentially defamatory remarks, breaches of copyright, AI content before controversial review, officials say
Claims of censorship overshadowed this year’s Youth Parliament. One representative said at the time that criticisms of the…
Crayfish crackdown: Nelson man Joshua Spooner in court over Facebook seafood sales
The rules say only seafood caught by a person with a valid commercial fishing permit can be sold…
Port Waikato jetski incident: Body found during search for missing man
It is believed to be the man who went missing while jetskiing on Christmas Day. Police will be…
Northland police urge simple home and car security steps as summer thefts rise
“We also see a rise in stolen bag claims in December, often from busy malls, restaurants, parties and…
Whanganui farrier Kevin Schimanski dies in polo match accident
“He was always willing to help anyone out,” she told the Herald. “He taught many people how to…