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Man shot dead was ’very well liked’

The Hamilton man shot dead on Sunday has been described as a hard working and well-liked man. Robert Nelson, 23, was killed in the early hours of Sunday morning. His... Read More

Drivers ignoring Bayfair link speed restrictions

Drivers are being reminded of temporary speed restrictions in place through the Baypark to Bayfair Link (Bay Link) construction site. Transport Agency Project... Read More

Gilbert gets boost ahead of junior worlds

Kiwi kayaker Callum Gilbert will head into next week's under-23 canoe slalom world championships with his tail up after a top-30 finish in the latest World Cup... Read More

$69k raised for Tauranga’s rescue helicopter

The Westpac Chopper Appeal has raised $69,609.85 for the Trustpower TECT Rescue Helicopter while donations from throughout the country added to the $1.22 million... Read More

Pair injured in shooting remain in hospital

The two people injured in a fatal shooting in Hamilton early on Sunday morning remain in hospital in a serious and critical condition. Robert Nelson, 23, was... Read More

Child stable after being mauled by dog

A four-year-old is in stable condition after being mauled by a dog. The child was bitten by a dog at property in Morrinsville on Saturday. A police spokesperson... Read More

Mini tornado reports in Greerton

A mini tornado is reported to have blown through Greerton this morning. A SunLive reader emailed in to say a mini tornado just went through Greerton main street, "Not... Read More

Expect a few showers today

In today's weather we are expecting a few showers, with some heavy in the afternoon. The strong westerlies should be easing by the evening. It's a two-clothing... Read More

Shock and disbelief at paedophilia claims

Friends and colleagues of the prominent Māori leader Te Awanuiārangi Black have spoken of their shock and grief over his widow's accusations that he was... Read More

Police examine paedophilia allegations

Police are seeking further information into allegations of paedophilia made on social media against Awanui Black. Black's widow Anihera made the allegations... Read More

Waioeka Gorge closed until further notice

State Highway 2, from Opotiki to Gisborne, is closed this morning. The NZTA says the highway will remain closed until the bad weather forecast for the area has... Read More

Predictions of more wild weather on the way

Most of the country is in for a showery windy Monday, with a colder spell on the way that could possibly bring snow to the Desert Road on Tuesday. MetService... Read More