Stories by Alexa Cook

The council has backtracked on its rate-saving proposal and will instead keep the library open for at least five days a week.

The electricity distributor's board is putting $100,000 towards a re-scope of the controversial project. Audio

The targets come after a review found the approval process wasn't always allowing timely access to the products.

The study also found 'natural bioshields' significantly reduce the amount of sediment moved in some locations.

The Association of Salaried Medical Specialists says it's written to the government twice to express concern about the hospital being "on the brink of collapse".

There were widespread failures at a Geraldine resthome the Health and Disability Commissioner has found

15-year-old Kaea Karauria's killer has not been found.

At least two people have been injured by riders using dirt bikes illegally on roads, footpaths and parks.

The Norsewood-based factory beat a number of serious international competitors to secure the deal. Audio

Taupō Mayor David Trewavas says his door is open to offers from other airlines.

Water rates in Central Hawke's Bay are set to surge over the next decade, and residents wonder how they'll pay. Audio

Kaea Karauria, 15, was killed in a fight on the weekend.

He died at about 3am Sunday in Onekawa during what police are calling a "violent disorder".

He died on Sunday morning during what police are calling a "violent disorder".

The police cordon has been lifted at the scene of a homicide in Napier where a teenage boy was killed, and another injured.

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The 66-year-old has always maintained his innocence, after twice being found guilty of killing his wife and daughter.

Havelock North-based boutique dairy company Origin Earth is closing down after 15 years of providing customers with locally sourced sustainable products.

"Getting out of house and seeing what's out and about in the wild ... it's a bonus if you get a duck or two," says 10-year-old George Slavin.

Two private properties were shot at by gangs in the past 10 days.

The decision comes after a review into regional architecture, which recommended a merger and formation of a new coordination office.

The area was one of many where homes were flooded and lives were ruined.

The family say they have been waiting for 18 months for support after their son suffered a medical injury in hospital that has left him unable to walk. Audio

Napier City Council is proposing to close the library from 1 July 2025, and keep Taradale's Library open seven days a week - which is about a 20-minute drive away.

"Have a good life brother. Amen," Peta Rigby said as 32-year-old Jimmy Heremaia was sentenced to life in jail.