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Fatal crash in Mount Maunganui

One person is dead following a crash in Mount Maunganui. Emergency services were called to the crash around 10.30pm. Police confirmed the fatality in an... Read More

Where to find New Zealand's best ice creams

Summer just ain't summer without a bit of brain freeze. Fortunately, Kiwis are pretty talented in the ice cream department. Hence, the mind-boggling array... Read More

Drink spike warning ahead of music festival

Police are warning festival-goers to watch out for drink spiking and to drink responsibly at Rhythm and Vines this year. The popular music festival is being... Read More

Extensive planting sees native bird numbers grow

The number of kingfishers (kōtare), fantails (pīwakawaka) and other native birds are increasing on Mark and Devon Slee's farm, thanks to extensive planting... Read More

Thursday Newsfeed: Rain later in the north

More rain is on the cards today, warns weather forecasters. A northeasterly airflow lies over the country today as a high pressure system moves away out to... Read More

Vandalised: Shocking Christmas Day discovery

Waihī Beach residents are horrified after finding a significant native NZ dotterel nesting site has been vandalised. Over the last four years, Waihī Beach... Read More

Hewletts Road open after serious crash

Hewletts Road in Mount Maungnaui is open this morning following a serious crash. Emergency services were called to the crash around 10.30pm. The road was... Read More

Matakana fire damage caught on video

Charred remains of forestry is what can be seen in a flyover video of the Matakana Island fireground. Fire and Emergency crews captured a video today... Read More

Should renters be told about property risks?

Renters have the right to know if they are moving into a home that is at risk of flooding or earthquakes, an advocacy group says. A law change that comes... Read More

Clogged roads & crashes as NY's traffic builds-up

Traffic congestion is being reported around Tauranga and the rest of the North Island as people prepare for New Year's. On State Highway 2, between Katikati... Read More

Walk your way through the Western Bay

Whether you're after a bush walk amongst totara and tui, a coastal trail or a beach hīkoi, the Western Bay's got it all. Summer is the perfect time to stretch... Read More

Watchdog's warning over extended warranties

Consumer NZ wants people to be aware of their rights when returning and exchanging gifts. The Consumer Guarantees Act does not require a retailer to give... Read More