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Spitting attacks prompt call for tough penalties

Incidents involving people spitting at police and abusing supermarket workers during the Level 4 lockdown have sparked a warning offenders will "have the book... Read More

BOP Volunteers eager to support needy

A team of more than 50 volunteers are ready and waiting to lend a helping hand to Tauranga's vulnerable community amid the COVID-19 lockdown period. Dropping... Read More

LIVE: 47 new confirmed cases of COVID-19

UPDATE: There are 47 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in New Zealand and 14 new probable cases. This brings the total number of confirmed and probable cases to... Read More

Extra support for roading contractors

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency will make advance payments available to roading contractors so that the industry will be ready to hit the ground running to deliver... Read More

American violinist to stream into NZ homes

The New Zealand Symphony Orchestra's second at-home performance will feature a special guest appearance by acclaimed American violinist Shana Douglas from her... Read More

Patient portals provide ease of access - MOH

The Ministry of Health is encouraging people to sign up to patient portals for easier access to their doctor's surgery. 'Patient portals provide a communication... Read More

Chinese man’s death treated as suspicious

Police have identified the human remains found during a search of the Central North Island last week. The buried remains were located by Police officers following... Read More

Courts tightened access for safety reasons

Members of the public whose attendance is not required are being barred from courthouses around New Zealand. This is to preserve public safety and give effect... Read More

Supermarkets giving essential workers priority

Supermarkets around the country are ensuring essential workers get priority treatment when shopping. Pak'nSave and New World are offering emergency services... Read More

Council and community close Matapihi access

Matapihi community members are taking extra precautions to protect kaumatua, children and immunocompromised residents during the COVID-19 lockdown period. ... Read More

State Highway 1 closed following serious crash

State Highway 1 through Tokoroa is closed following a serious crash this morning. Emergency services are responding to a report of a serious crash along State... Read More

BOP Civil Defence launch emergency call centre

Bay of Plenty Civil Defence Emergency Management has launched a new 0800 number helping Bay of Plenty households meet essential needs during the national rāhui... Read More