A key piece of Eastern Bay of Plenty flood protection infrastructure has been officially opened, showing how innovation, collaboration and technology can come... Read More

A woman in agony during extraction of a wisdom tooth was ignored by the dentist as she 'thrashed about” in pain. The procedure left her with nerve... Read More

The avocado sector is spreading its wings around the world. 'Diversification of our export markets is a prime focus for us as an industry,” said NZ... Read More

The Katikati Stags are now preparing to take on Arataki after winning against Pāpāmoa at the weekend. The Stags travelled to Pāpāmoa on Saturday for a... Read More

NZME has launched On The Up - a national campaign showcasing stories of inspiration, success, courage and possibilities. Megan Wilson speaks to two... Read More

A man accused of using an axe to smash the Murupara Police Station, sparking an armed police callout, has denied three charges. Mark Howard Christiansen,... Read More

A protected royal spoonbill/ kōtuku ngutupapa has been euthanised after it was found with a shotgun pellet injury to one of its wings. DOC Hauraki Biodiversity... Read More

Confirmation of a measles case in Auckland has put health authorities on high alert in case of another deadly outbreak. Measles is highly contagious - up... Read More

Butter, beef and chocolate were among the grocery products with the largest annual price increases in April, according to the Grocery Supplier Cost Index... Read More

One in three New Zealanders over 30 have high blood pressure - but many of them do not even know it. The Heart Foundation is launching its first-ever blood... Read More

A five-year-old was 'screaming for her mum” as a dog repeatedly bit her while the owners looked on, unable to stop the attack. The girl's mother... Read More

The Fieldays Innovation Awards just announced the 63 entrants vying for accolades in five categories this year. The organisers said the competition attracted... Read More