News

Man lost near Omanawa Falls now found

4.42pm: The man reported to be lost in the Omanawa Falls area has been located. Police initially received reports he was lost around midday. "He is... Read More

European air forces flying in for NZ visit

Aircraft belonging to the air forces of France, Germany and Spain are due to arrive at Base Ohakea this afternoon as crew and personnel make a goodwill visit... Read More

Overnight temperatures to plummet

A forecaster is warning Kiwis to 'rug up warm tonight” with temperatures set to plummet near or below freezing for much of the country. MetService meteorologist... Read More

Braden Currie prepares for Ironman Lake Placid

Braden Currie is set to compete in the 25th anniversary of IRONMAN Lake Placid, one of the USA's most iconic IRONMAN events and a significant stop on the IRONMAN... Read More

Public forums could be ‘weaponised’ – Mayor

Rotorua's council could soon allow public speakers at the start of meetings for the first time in at least 24 years - but Rotorua's mayor says she is concerned... Read More

A career of outstanding service

Sergeant Terry Johnson has packed a lot into his nearly 47 years of dedicated Police service and this was evident from the numerous stories and reflections shared... Read More

Veteran savours national glory on home turf

Experienced Tauranga lawn bowler Sue Hodges is celebrating her fourth national title after a commanding performance in the champion of champions singles at the... Read More

Tauranga to host national bird show

Excitement is running high for next weekend's Topflite National Bird Show, which is being hosted by the Tauranga Bird Club, following their highly successful... Read More

Teen service station robber gets reduced sentence

A teen involved in a service station armed robbery has received a flurry of discounts that has reduced his sentence by 65 per cent. From facing a... Read More

Burglar ‘makes bed and must lie in it'

A burglar's dreams were dashed when their plan to steal some bedroom furniture was interrupted by night shift staff from a Waikato Public Safety Team, says Hamilton... Read More

Pulse defeat Tactix in Wellington

Te Wānanga o Raukawa Pulse have stormed into the ANZ Premiership Grand Final with an assertive 58-44 victory over their closest rivals, Trident Homes Tactix,... Read More

Pacific passion set to ignite Zespri AIMS Games

Move over Silver Ferns - the Suva Ferns are coming to Tauranga. As the hot Fijian sun beat down, 12 aspiring netballers sprinted across a netball court,... Read More