For Rotorua's Nicky Harris, Coastguard's The Big Swim challenge isn't just about covering the distance - it's a way for her, her family and friends to give... Read More

Ratepayers are urging Tauranga City Council to 'rein in spending” and focus on the basics to curb a 'wicked” 12 per cent rates rise. The council... Read More

Next week's Budget will allocate $100 million over four years for expert maths teachers and maths tests at primary and intermediate schools. In a pre-Budget... Read More

Warning: Contains images and descriptions some may find distressing Suz Guet looks down at her scarred arms and legs - a daily visible reminder of the... Read More

Rotorua has planned a week of Matariki celebrations dubbed Matawiki, as it aims to become the place to be for the Māori New Year. The city has a jam-packed... Read More

Tauranga City Council's Free Tree Day is back, giving residents the chance to receive one free tree per household to plant on their property. The aim of Free... Read More

A woman in agony during extraction of a wisdom tooth was ignored by the dentist as she 'thrashed about” in pain. The procedure left her with nerve... Read More

NZME has launched On The Up - a national campaign showcasing stories of inspiration, success, courage and possibilities. Megan Wilson speaks to two... Read More

Four incoming flights to Tauranga on Sunday evening have been cancelled due to ash from Whakaari/White Island. 'Ash cloud from White Island is covering our... Read More

It's time to begin the search for the best pies in New Zealand with entries now open for the Bakels NZ Supreme Pie Awards. New Zealand ranks as one of the... Read More

Public reporting on key performance indicators for Oranga Tamariki show the Ministry is making strong progress on its most important goals, Minister for Children... Read More

If you think classical music and kids don't mix, think again. Opus Orchestra is about to prove they do with its high-energy, family-friendly concert Party Time... Read More