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Aussie heat to smother parts of New Zealand

An intense heatwave in Australia will cross parts of New Zealand this weekend and the first two days of next week, pushing overnight lows above 20 degrees and... Read More

Coronavirus declared global health emergency

The World Health Organisation has declared the coronavirus outbreak in China a public health emergency of international concern. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO... Read More

Drivers encouraged to be aware of ‘summer ice’

Waikato and Bay of Plenty drivers are urged to be aware of potentially hazardous ‘summer ice' on the regions' roads, says Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency. 'After... Read More

Victim’s family want tour operators more equipped

The family of the 21st victim of the Whakaari / White Island eruption have urged tour operators to have proper safety equipment, saying such items would saved... Read More

Iwi concerned about water plant expansion

Local iwi have expressed concerns about the resource consents granted to Otakiri Springs bottling plant. Te Mana o Ngati Rangitihi Trust, on behalf of Ngati... Read More

Court appearance over BOP man’s death

Two people have been charged in relation to the homicide of Davis Phillips in Taita. A 40-year-old woman has been charged with murder and a 39-year-old man with... Read More

Lack of wharf space leaves industry in hot water

Limited wharf access is crippling the marine industry in Tauranga say a local couple with a fishing vessel. Currently, there is one wharf with 5m of boat to vehicle... Read More

Creating inclusive cities among top challenges

New Zealand needs to up its game on building inclusive cities that reflect our increasingly diverse communities, claims the New Zealand Planning Institute. The... Read More

Government charters Air NZ flight to Wuhan

The government has agreed with Air New Zealand to charter an aircraft to assist New Zealanders leaving Wuhan, Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced. The... Read More

Showing heart for the heart foundation

Heart disease is the single biggest killer of men and women in New Zealand. For this very reason, the Heart Foundation is calling on nationwide support for its... Read More

Swimming for bush fire relief

A pair of Mount Manganui water babies have joined forces to raise funds for bush fire aid in Australia. Shark Alley will be filled with swimmers and surfers this... Read More

Dietary supplement boosts Bay employment

A new healthcare export industry for the Bay of Plenty is expected to employ 30 people in Kawerau. A 1.5 tonne shipment of an organic soil nutrient, known as fulvic... Read More