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Heavy rain, snow, and winds hit NZ regions

A busy stretch of weather is on the way, with many areas set to face a range of conditions throughout the week After an already wet month, Northland will... Read More

'A higher chance' of more sea snakes - ecologist

More sea snakes could show up on our beaches in the near future, an ecologist is warning. A yellow-bellied sea snake was spotted at Omaha Beach near Auckland... Read More

New bus stops make life easier for commuters

Bus users are enjoying easier access to southern parts of Tauranga's city centre after the opening of six new bus stops bays this morning. The new stops,... Read More

Baywide rugby battle continues

The six Western Bay of Plenty sides in the Baywide Premier Rugby title race played catch-up in round five on Saturday, with competition frontrunners Whakarewarewa... Read More

Meth use rises sharply in BoP, cocaine also up

Cheaper and more available methamphetamine is likely why the drug's use has surged 65% in the Bay of Plenty in the last year, agencies say. New wastewater... Read More

Record growth in R&D to drive economy

Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti has welcomed a significant milestone in New Zealand's research and development (R&D) sector, with new... Read More

Powerball and Strike roll over

Powerball and Strike have both rolled over on Saturday night, meaning there is a combined prize pool of $6.4 million up for grabs on Wednesday. Powerball... Read More

Rainy start to the school term

The moist northeasterly flow will continue to affect the North Island on Tuesday, with bands of rain affecting many northern and central parts of the country,... Read More

Power outages reported around Tauranga

A number of properties are reported to be without power in Tauranga this morning. According to the Powerco website, power cuts have affected 43 properties... Read More

Liquor stores caught selling booze to minors

Five liquor stores across the wider Tauranga area caught selling booze to minors have had their licences to sell alcohol suspended for two days next month... Read More

Anzac Day fatal crash under investigation

Police said that the circumstances of a fatal crash on Anzac Day in Rotorua remain under investigation. One person died following a crash in Ōwhata on Friday... Read More

Tauranga sailor wins silver in France

Tom Saunders celebrated his return to the world stage with New Zealand's second medal of the short international sailing season, claiming silver in his first... Read More