City Life

One in five trans and non-binary people threatened

Warning: This story discusses assault, anti-trans violence, self harm, suicide and sexual violence. Almost one in five trans and non-binary** New Zealanders... Read More

Three-motorcycle crash in Pukehina

Two people have received moderate injuries after a crash in Pukehina. 'A three-motorcycle crash on Old Coach Rd, Pukehina was reported to police around 2.35pm,”... Read More

Food insecurity: Fruit in Schools crucial

As food insecurity in New Zealand escalates, the country's successful Fruit in Schools programme is playing an increasingly vital role in supporting tamariki... Read More

Te Matatini: From festival to economic powerhouse

Carl Ross fixes a disarming stare when discussing Te Matatini's future. There is no hesitation, no doubt - just an unshakable belief that kapa haka is more... Read More

Temporary Motukauri track closure on Mauao

A section of the Motukauri track on Mauao will be temporarily closed next week. The closure will take place from 8am-4pm, Wednesday, March 5, to Friday, March... Read More

Exciting fundraiser for Whakamārama School

Whakamārama School PTA is starting the year off with a bang after an incredible 2024, where they raised $35,000 through donations, sponsorships, grants, and... Read More

Funding to begin for life-extending cancer drugs

A Whakatāne man with terminal cancer says he has outlived his life expectancy after joining a trial for cancer drugs that will be funded in New Zealand from... Read More

Art installations honour Te Puna identity

Two original artworks will be installed in the Te Puna Memorial Hall foyer. Both were created for the space by Que Bidois and Sam Allen. Que's images,... Read More

Waihī Powerball player wins $10.5m

A lucky Powerball player from Waihī will be jumping for joy after winning $10.5 million with Powerball First Division in Wednesday night's live Lotto draw. The... Read More

Ngāti Ranginui thrill audience with performance

Hundreds of hours of practice all came down to an exceptional 30 minutes on stage for the team representing Tauranga Moana at the world's biggest kapa... Read More

Comvita cuts 67 jobs in EU and UK offices

Honey producer Comvita's bitter financial losses have been sweetened by maintaining market share across a number of Asian markets, in the face of 'seismic”... Read More

Tarawera pipeline protesters say they're staying

Protesters at Rotorua's tapu Lake Rotokākahi say they are tired and angry after facing off with police, but feel they 'made history” and have no plans... Read More