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Special major trophies presented at national final

Good things come to those who are prepared to wait, or so the saying goes, and Whakatane's Mitch Rees and Upper Hutt's Rogan Chandler would probably be the first... Read More

New booster for Covid available from April

Kiwis aged 30 and above will be able to access the new Covid bivalent booster from April as part of the Government's plan to keep Kiwis safe and take pressure... Read More

New unsettled weather system moves in

A front is moving northwards over the country today with northerly quarter winds strengthening ahead of it, says WeatherWatch. "Then changing to westerly in behind.... Read More

#BAYOFGEDDON returns to Tauranga

Armageddon Expo, the largest and most anticipated pop culture event in New Zealand, is heading to Tauranga in 2023 as #BAYOFGEDDON. The organisers say with celebrity... Read More

Govt: $3m boost for services that help people

The Government has announced funding of $3 million for providers to help people and whānau access community-based Building Financial Capability services. 'Demand... Read More

Robbers smash and grab jewellery at Bayfair

Three people have smashed their way through glass cabinets at a Bayfair Shopping Centre jewellery store in a robbery that has shocked bystanders. Within about... Read More

Special Lotto cyclone recovery draw raises $11.7m

A special Lotto draw has raised almost $12 million for communities affected by Cyclone Gabrielle. A total of $11.7m was raised from Saturday night's draw, covering... Read More

Guide dog puppies need new kennels

Blind Low Vision NZ Guide Dog Puppy Appeal week is taking place this week across New Zealand. Starting Monday, March 20, this year Blind Low Vision NZ is focussing... Read More

Unsettled time continues for Kawerau residents

A 4.2M quake on Sunday morning near Whakatane is an indicator that there may still be some unsettled days ahead for locals. The quake, which occurred at 10.42am... Read More

Three in hospital following crash near Karapiro

Three people have been transported to hospital with minor-moderate injuries following a crash near Karapiro. Motorists travelling on State Highway 1 near Karapiro... Read More

Continuity the key for Waitomo Chiefs Manawa

The Waitomo Chiefs Manawa head into Sky Super Rugby Aupiki semifinals today at the top of the table. The unbeaten Waitomo Chiefs Manawa will face the Hurricanes... Read More

Rain and wind for parts of NZ in week ahead

On Monday an active front is expected to move northeast over the lower and central South Island bringing strong northwesterly winds and heavy rain to some areas,... Read More