East Coast
'This community pulls together in tough times': Praise for Khyzah's searchers
Iwi liaison officers are also providing support to the five-year-old's grieving whānau.
Body of missing 5-year-old Khyzah found in pond
Dozens of people gathered to support grieving family as Khyzah's body was taken home. Audio
'We've got to find him': Hundreds join search for missing 5-year-old
Volunteers are streaming in and rescue dogs have been sent in during the search for an autistic boy missing in terrain filled with waterways and forestry. Audio
'The bush has a way of slowing us down'
Sam Gibson has a deep love for the bush, spending his time hunting, fishing and working to protect endangered species. He talks to Saturday Morning. Audio
Growing future growers in Wairoa
Tatau Tatau o Te Wairoa celebrates its first commercial apple harvest and the first of its horticulture cadets graduating. Along with Ohuia Incorporation, the trust has planted 28-hectares of… Audio
Growing future growers in Wairoa
Tatau Tatau o Te Wairoa celebrates its first commercial apple harvest and the first of its horticulture cadets graduating. Along with Ohuia Incorporation, the trust has planted 28-hectares of…
AudioLiquor licence hurdles halt Gisborne bar plans
A Gisborne man spent hundreds of thousands on renovations for a planned bar, not realising his liquor licence had been appealed.
Machetes, axes and knives used during post-rugby brawl involving gang members - coach
Two were stabbed and two others hit by a vehicle during the brawl described by police as "appalling" in Wairoa at the weekend.
North Island's turn in the weather firing line
The North Island is in the firing line for heavy rain and a cold snap later this week.
'Inspiring and empowering' to be a part of meth study
A former addict participating in research into long-term impacts of the drug says it has made her more positive and helped her gain a new outlook on life.
Motorcycle rider dead after allegedly fleeing police
A person has died after a motorcycle rider allegedly fled from police and crashed in Gisborne.
Police seize 'plethora of firearms' in Gisborne
Two men have been arrested and charged with unlawful possession of firearms, ammunition and explosives.
Weather: Tai Rāwhiti hit with heavy downpours
The region is under an orange heavy rain warning, with up to 70mm of rain forecast on top of what has already fallen.
Thousands of dollars raised for whānau after deaths of three fishermen
The tragic deaths of three East Coast fishermen has sparked an outpouring of support from the fishing community across Aotearoa.
Wairoa households still cleaning up after last month's flood
The head of a Wairoa distribution centre says they are receiving up to 50 requests a day for basic needs and clean-up items. Audio
Wairoa housing help scheme launches
A service to help flood-affected Wairoa residents with housing came into force on Tuesday.
Mapping Tai Rāwhiti's worst eroding land
Gisborne District Council plans to designate high-erosion areas where farming and forestry must cease.
East Coast farmers 'feel forgotten'
Farmers in Te Tai Rāwhiti have made huge progress since Cyclone Gabrielle wreaked havoc on the region last year. However, successive severe weather events mean the work is far from over. Audio
East Coast farmers 'feel forgotten'
Farmers in Te Tai Rāwhiti have made huge progress since Cyclone Gabrielle wreaked havoc on the region last year. However, successive severe weather events mean the work is far from over.
AudioEast Coast floods: Tragic week to linger long after waters recede - MP
Roading contractors and damage assessors are working through Matariki weekend after the severe flooding.
