Farmall FC tractor find: Putāruru collector’s unusual loader‑grader combo
“I guess that’s where the interest began.” Van Heuven’s first collector’s tractor was a Farmall FC. His most…
MetService orange warning for Bay of Plenty as intense rain and flooding loom
The weather organisation said there was a low chance of the warning being upgraded to a red warning.…
Hawke’s Bay rain alert extends through the weekend
Several other warnings were in place for areas further north, including the Gisborne/Tairāwhiti area. The Hawke’s Bay Regional…
Cyclist seriously injured after a crash in Napier, cordons in place
Hawkes Bay Today 8 Feb, 2026 09:02 PMQuick Read Subscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require a…
HDC breaches surgeon after bone tissue transplant took place without patient’s consent
Allograft surgery involves the transplantation of bone tissue from a donor, who is usually dead. Currently, there is…
Queen will never tour America again, says guitarist Brian May
The last time May and drummer Roger Taylor, 76, played live together was in September 2025 when they…
Travel Alerts: Sail Grand Prix, Michelin cruise, TarraWarra art, Mondrian wellness and Otago wildlife
Go on a gastronomy tour with these cruises. Photo / 123rf TarraWarra International 2026 After a long pandemic…
Things to do this Auckland Anniversary Weekend: Regatta, exhibits, concerts and more
When: Nightly until February 14. Where: Outdoor Amphitheatre, Pumphouse, Killarney Park, Takapuna. Price: Tickets $27-$30 + booking fees…
Wairoa River bar opening attempt as heavy rain warning in place for Hawke’s Bay
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council councillor Di Roadley, who represents Wairoa, said an attempt was being made to establish…
Red weather warnings: Heavy rain and gales hit Bay of Plenty, Rotorua
“A strong and extremely humid northeasterly flow precedes a tropical low that is forecast to approach New Zealand…
Serious two-car crash shuts State Highway 6 in Southland, detours in place
NZ Herald 15 Jan, 2026 02:58 AMQuick Read Subscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require a Premium…
MetService issues orange rain alert for Bay of Plenty and Rotorua into Friday
MetService warns heavy rain and downpours were still on the cards for the area as an active low…