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Superhero Celebration to walk through the Mount

It's time to get your family, friends or colleagues together, find your super suits and have a fun time at the 2023 Superhero Celebration Walk. With all things... Read More

Work to begin on Katikati’s newest shared path

Work on the new 1.2km pathway, connecting the Yeoman Bridge to Park Road Reserve starts next week. Once complete, it will provide a safe and picturesque 2.5m... Read More

State Highway 5 re-opens, police urge caution

Motorists are asked to take extra care on the recently re-opened Highway 5. "While we're all pleased that we can travel the road again, just like us the road... Read More

Trial for man accused of grooming young boys

Warning - contains content that may disturb some readers The lawyer for a Rotorua man charged with 'grooming and sexual abuse of young boys in the late 90s and... Read More

Roar season prompts safety reminder

Hunters are being asked to prioritise the safety of themselves and their mates while engaging in hunting activity. This message comes as many hunter prepare for... Read More

Magnitude 4.2 earthquake hits near Whakatāne

A 4.2 earthquake has struck in the Bay of Plenty, the latest in a swarm of of quakes. The tremor was 3km deep and centred 20km west of Whakatāne. About... Read More

Roading woes continue for Coromandel residents

Coromandel residents are anxious the state of the peninsula's roads means they will have trouble getting the health treatment they need. Some locals are already... Read More

Ginny Andersen named new Minister of Police

Ginny Andersen will be the new minister of police, Prime Minister Chris Hipkins says. Andersen was only sworn in as a Cabinet Minister last month, but Hipkins... Read More

Active weather to start the week

While high pressure reigned across New Zealand over the weekend, bringing plenty of sun, the beginning of this week sees a return to more active weather, particularly... Read More

Search for a reclusive Kiwi set to lose $300k

Three private investigators have been unable to eyeball or speak to a man who has inherited $300,000 yet can't be found to receive it. New Zealander David Glue,... Read More

E-scooters charge ahead in Tauranga

Shared e-scooters are here to stay in Tauranga, with council approving their continued use in the city. People have travelled 710,000 kilometres on Lime scooters... Read More

O’Connor & Henderson secure surf titles at Raglan

Mount Maunganui's Tim O'Connor and Christchurch surfer Ava Henderson claimed titles at the Rip Curl Pro Raglan on Sunday leaning up in perfect waves at Manu Bay. The... Read More