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“Explosive” cyclogenesis to create Antarctic blast

Temperatures are being predicted to plummet as a "weather bomb" hits New Zealand this weekend. WeatherWatch.co.nz says a ‘weather bomb' is likely to form... Read More

Maori wards debate set to draw a crowd

When Tommy Wilson decided to organise a public debate to raise funds for community support organisation Kai Aroha, he didn't have to look far to find a suitably... Read More

Local organisation aims to empower ethnic women

There have been numerous support systems established and expanded in response to COVID-19 and the lockdown. From wage subsidies and redundancy payments, to counselling... Read More

Weighbridge repairs at Maleme St Transfer Station

People are being warned of delays at the Maleme Street Transfer Station on Monday. Tauranga City Council contractors are carrying out maintenance to one of the... Read More

Double heritage act for Tauranga Heritage Award

The Tauranga Historical Society has announced the winners of its annual Tauranga Heritage Award. This year marks the 20th occasion of this important award that... Read More

Toyota New Zealand confirms boost for Kiwi racers 

Toyota New Zealand has announced today a COVID-19 support package of up to $500,000 to help Kiwi up and coming single seater drivers. The fund will be managed... Read More

Severe weather to start the school holidays

MetService is forecasting heavy rain, strong winds and big waves to impact the nation this weekend, just as the school holidays start. Transport disruptions... Read More

$10m grant to research racial oppression

Researchers at the University of Waikato are leading a project that will investigate racial oppression across society. Dr Waikaremoana Waitoki, Dr Arama Rata... Read More

Major changes ahead for SH2/SH29A intersection

A new temporary signalised intersection at the Te Maunga junction of State Highway 2 and State Highway 29A is scheduled to be operational this Sunday. Waka Kotahi... Read More

Time and cost a barrier to preferred contraception

A quarter of New Zealanders are not using their preferred contraceptive method, a new survey by Family Planning reveals. The results of the survey are being released... Read More

Taupō district COVID-19 alert – List of places

Public Health Authorities are releasing a list of places a family three confirmed with COVID-19 visited. An Auckland family of three confirmed with COVID-19 travelled... Read More

Consumers struggling with hard-to-fix appliances

Research by Consumer NZ shows people are frustrated by how hard and pricey it is to get their appliances repaired. The consumer watchdog's latest survey found... Read More