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Brilliant bowling performance sees NZ pass USA

New Zealand kept their hopes of progressing to the semi-finals of the ICC Women's U19 T20 World Cup 2025 alive with an 18-run win over USA in the opening match... Read More

Former Tauranga coach steps up into new role

Hibiscus Coast have appointed former Tauranga Moana and Western Springs coach Caleb Ward to lead their 2025 Lotto NRFL Women's Premiership campaign. Ward,... Read More

Trade Minister to hold trans-Tasman discussion

Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay will travel to Australia today for meetings with Australian Trade Minister, Senator Don Farrell, and the Australia... Read More

Lotto player wins $1 million

The dream has become a reality for a lucky Lotto player from Timaru after winning $1 million with Lotto First Division in Saturday night's live Lotto draw. The... Read More

Protected bird cruelty rises

Warning: Distressing images Cruelties against protected birds have increased, with 19 incidents reported this summer, up from 14 last year. Incidents include... Read More

Sea Eagle set for regatta debut

The 81-metre Royal Huisman-built Sea Eagle will make her regatta debut next week during the NZ Millennium Cup in Auckland's iconic harbour waters. One of... Read More

Fashion through the years

When it comes to fully immersing yourself in an occasion, nothing beats dressing the part. If you're heading to the Katikati A&P Show at Uretara Domain on... Read More

A shedload of community opportunities

It's been just over a year since the men of Katikati moved to their own 'shed” they can now, hopefully, call their forever home. After a few years in... Read More

Power cut in Te Puke and Waihī

Update, 1pm: There are 56 properties in Te Puke still without power following an unplanned outage at 8.54am. Powerco reported that a site investigation is... Read More

Waihī Beach patrols safety advice

Frolicking about on inflatables is perfect for pools ... but the Waihī Beach Lifeguard Service is pleading with people to keep those floaties out of the ocean. Head... Read More

Treaty referendum ruled out under Luxon's watch

The prime minister has ruled out signing up to a treaty referendum if National and ACT are back at the negotiating table after elections in 2026. The Treaty Principles... Read More

Vehicle crash on SH29A, Te Manga

Emergency services are responding to a vehicle crash on State Highway 29A near Te Manga. "This is a single vehicle crash on SH29A near the intersection with... Read More