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NZ topple Proteas to kick off T20 Tri-series

Rob Walter's tenure as Black Caps head coach has begun with victory over his former charges, as New Zealand sealed a 21-run win over South Africa in Harare. Even... Read More

Council postpones water decision

Tauranga City Council has postponed its decision to confirm a preferred delivery model for future water services. While Council was expected to make a decision... Read More

Calls to share Pāpāmoa pathways with care

Pāpāmoa Primary School Travel Smart leaders have a clear message for the community: 'Share with Care”. Their call comes as Tauranga City Council... Read More

Rotorua funeral procession sparks arrests

Police have made arrests and seized vehicles after dangerous driving from the Westbrook area travelling towards Ngongotahā on Wednesday. 'Rotorua Police... Read More

Te Puna 'in shock' as industrial park greenlit

A rural Western Bay of Plenty community is 'in shock” as a controversial local industrial park is greenlit. Te Puna residents have been rallying against... Read More

Snowfall warning for Desert Rd

People are being warned to brace themselves for some cooler temperatures in the coming days, with snow forecast for the Desert Rd - State Highway 1 on Thursday. In... Read More

What would happen if a KiwiSaver provider failed?

Some Australian investors may be facing the loss of their investments after the failure of a superannuation provider, but KiwiSaver members are being reassured... Read More

High Alert marks five years of reducing drug harm

High Alert, New Zealand's drug early warning system, is celebrating five years of reducing harm from dangerous drugs. Since its public launch on June 26,... Read More

Owner successfully appeals 'dangerous dog' claim

A Rotorua dog owner has successfully appealed her dog's 'dangerous” classification. Katie Paul spoke at a Rotorua Lakes Council dog control panel on... Read More

Tauranga baker’s two-ingredient meringue

A Tauranga patisserie chef has whipped up a 'mind-blowing” recipe for a two-ingredient meringue that comes together in just five minutes in a mixer. Noel... Read More

Volcanix lock captains Black Ferns XV v Springboks

Black Ferns XV head coach Willie Walker has announced a 28-strong squad to travel to South Africa for two matches against the Springboks women's team in Cape... Read More

Doctor slates child protection agency failings

Police and Oranga Tamariki routinely rejected evidence of child abuse without getting input from health professionals, says the doctor who treated murdered 5-year-old... Read More