City Life

Cyclist safety concerns rise on Cameron Rd

Sophia Jarlov commutes to and from work by cycling along Cameron Road cycle lanes. She has been doing so for a year and a half now and said she experiences... Read More

Woman gave birth on Air NZ plane, witnesses say

A woman has given birth on an Air New Zealand flight from Auckland to New Plymouth, RNZ understands. An Air New Zealand spokesperson said after flight NZ5041... Read More

Four-year parliamentary term bill announced

The coalition will introduce legislation on a four-year Parliamentary term, subject to a referendum, with all three parties supporting it to a select committee. The... Read More

'Undervalued' social workers strike for 7 weekends

Children in Oranga Tamariki care will be 'potentially left in unsafe situations” on weekends as 'undervalued” social workers begin seven weeks of... Read More

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