14:51:49 Wednesday 27 August 2025

News

New boat ramp in Maketu for Christmas

Maketu boaties have a new boat ramp just in time for Christmas. An upgraded boat ramp at Ford Road, near Maketu, will open today, ahead of schedule and in time... Read More

Dogs go on killing spree in Matua

The Matua community is reeling after a spate of dog attacks that have left three cats dead and many more injured. One of the attacks was on Levers Road in the... Read More

Keep your property secure these holidays

While the holiday season may be on your mind - it's not the time to relax when it comes to keeping your home and property secure. Often there is an increase... Read More

‘Tis the season – for gardening and plant disease

All throughout Aotearoa, offices are closing and people are winding down for the summer. For those people staying home or visiting baches this season, a popular... Read More

Tips for children’s sleep over the festive season

The Sleep Coach is sharing her tips for your child's sleep and routine over the festive season and the holidays. 'The much anticipated holiday season is time... Read More

Anglers Christmases come at once

The holiday period is closing in and the Rotorua lakes are turning it on for anglers. It seems the warmer weather has come earlier this December and lake water... Read More

New Omokoroa playground design released

The design for the new playground in Omokoroa has been released for public consultation. The draft concept design is full of ideas contributed by students from... Read More

Mayor delivers on a promise

He promised SunLive when he was elected to office that the Mauao base track was a priority, that he would have it open by Christmas. And last week Mayor Tenby... Read More

Highway open after serious truck crash

State Highway 29 is now open after being closed for several hours following a truck crash. The highway was closed around 3.30pm on Monday, when a two trucks crashed,... Read More

The risk profile for 52 sections of NZ highways

Many New Zealanders are packing the car and hitting the road for the summer break. Every journey comes with risk. Alcohol or drugs, speed and seatbelts all play... Read More

Have yourself a zero waste Christmas

As the Christmas season gets into swing, the Zero Waste Network is encouraging New Zealanders to enjoy a zero waste holiday. The things we choose to do and buy... Read More

SH29 closed after truck rolls

UPDATE 7.16pm: State Highway 29, Lower Kaimai remains closed following a crash involving two trucks. Police are at the scene of a truck crash on State Highway... Read More