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Vehicle crashes in Hairini and Welcome Bay

Emergency services are responding to the scene of two vehicle crashes, in Hairini and Welcome Bay. Police received a report of a vehicle crash around 9.22am... Read More

New insulin medicine to benefit 13,000 people

Pharmac will fund a new type of insulin for people with diabetes, branded as Ryzodeg, from May 1 2025. Pharmac's Director Pharmaceuticals, Geraldine MacGibbon,... Read More

Students get sneak peek of new community centre

Students at Merivale School were excited to be the first to receive an exclusive preview of the construction of the new Merivale Community Centre. Principal... Read More

Free exhibits in Katikati for school holiday

You can't do much for free these days, so keep in mind a visit to Western Bay Museum in Katikati. Museum manager Paula Gaelic said there was lots to see and... Read More

Lotto player wins $1 million

One lucky Lotto player from Whangārei will be over the moon after winning $1 million with Lotto First Division in Saturday night's live Lotto draw. The winning... Read More

Memory Meadow to grow in Tauranga

Tauranga City's Yatton Park, Tutarawānanga, is set to become a sea of yellow later this year in honour of Daffodil Day. The Cancer Society Waikato/Bay of... Read More

Five simple steps to keep tramping safe

With autumn upon us, police are advising walkers, hikers or climbers to ensure they prep for their trip seriously before going outdoors. Senior Constable... Read More

Rotorua housing pilot showcases rapid-build

Suburbs can be built in 'weeks, not years” with a new low-cost, fast-build, sustainable housing design, its founder says. The Living House is the... Read More

More NZ kids living in material hardship

The report shows there has also been an increase in the number of young people in families receiving a benefit. Photo: A new government child poverty report... Read More

Kids’ ideas to inspire new mural design

Skater boys and girls may be sliding along a mountainous backdrop chasing cheese balls when Katikati Skate Park gets its makeover. Avocados, skateboards,... Read More

Fresh direction at Mount Mainstreet

Mount Mainstreet's leadership team is evolving, with Harris Williams stepping in as business improvement manager and Rae Baker as head of strategy and growth. Williams,... Read More

A colourful Indian celebration in Tauranga

The annual Vaisakhi celebration in Tauranga this weekend will be a multicultural event. 'Last year was the first time we held a parade and it was awesome,”... Read More