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City transformation: Strand car park to close

Work is about to begin at the northern end of the waterfront in the city centre to improve access to Tauranga Harbour. This transformational project will... Read More

TC Lola: Houses destroyed, communications down

Houses on Vanuatu's Pentecost Island have been destroyed in Tropical Cyclone Lola and roads blocked by fallen trees, a resident says. Temae Baeri, who... Read More

New boats strengthens navy's capability

The Royal New Zealand Navy has added new high-speed craft to its fleet which will allow it to deliver divers, troops and mine counter measures on military operations... Read More

Primary sectors preparing for El Niño summer dry

A dry hot summer is being forecast, and growers and farmers alike are being urged to prepare for the implcations of an El Niño season. The Bay of Plenty... Read More

Making a one-minute spooky film

There are only three days remaining to get your entry in to Te Puke's one-minute spooky movie contest. Filming on phones, iPads or with cameras, all... Read More

From Greerton to Paris and back

From ghost busting in Scotland to buying running shoes in Paris and hanging out with Richie and Gemma at world rugby matches, 76-year-old Bev Nesbit is romping... Read More

Where you might see the property price increases

House price rises are likely to be led by the cities this time, economist Tony Alexander says. His latest property data research has compared activity and... Read More

Urgent meeting called to set up Pāpāmoa service

Pāpāmoa residents are being called on to urgently help with getting a vital community service established. The meeting, planned for 6.30pm on Monday October... Read More

Kiwi plays key role in peacekeeping mission

Working towards a milestone general election while trying to avoid a humanitarian crisis in the north of the country is the current focus for Lieutenant Colonel... Read More

Luxon: Parliament's recess will be shorter

Incoming Prime Minister Christopher Luxon plans to shorten the Parliamentary close down period over summer. He told Morning Report when the new government... Read More

Demand for youth counselling soars

People are being urged to support youth mental health ahead of Gumboot Friday next month. Leading youth mental health charity I Am Hope chief executive, Troy... Read More

Breaking the silence

WARNING: This article contains descriptions of partner and family violence, including physical, sexual and emotional abuse, that some readers may find disturbing. As... Read More