News

MBIE removes 35,000 non-compliant radio listings

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has removed more than 35,000 non-compliant radio product listings from online marketplaces, protecting... Read More

Five taken to hospital after SH2, Waihī crash

7.20pm update: Five people have been transported to hospital following a serious crash on State Highway 2, near Tauranga Road in Waihī. One person is in... Read More

ACC receives over 300 cockroach-related claims

It sounds like something from nightmares, but ACC figures suggest that having a cockroach stuck in your ear may not be as uncommon as you'd think. ACC... Read More

Final year fees-free policy introduced

The introduction of the final Fees-Free tertiary education policy has been called a wise investment by Bay of Plenty MP Tom Rutherford. 'This is exactly the... Read More

Community marae draft concept designs released

Whangamatā is a step closer to getting a community marae with concept designs and land appointed for a reserve. It is part of a wider vision to establish... Read More

An impressive air and ground display

Classic Flyers is showcasing rare and impressive aircraft, with air and ground displays at the Classic Flyers Aero Day, this Saturday. Gates open at 9.30am... Read More

Triple fatal: Driver error the cause, says coroner

A car crash that killed three people near Matamata in 2022 was caused by 'driver error”. The collision happened on State Highway 29 in Waikato... Read More

Vehicle rolls at Mount Maunganui

Update, 11.23am: Traffic has been reduced to one lane on Newton Street at Mount Maunganui following a vehicle crash. "A vehicle rolled on Newton Street,... Read More

Man sentenced for sexual connection with minor

Warning: This story deals with details of sexual offending against a child and may be distressing. 'Your crime against my child has had a profound impact... Read More

SH29 reopens following serious crash

3.17pm update: State Highway 29 is now open following a serious crash between McLaren Falls Rd and Poripori Rd. "Traffic is very heavy is this area,"... Read More

Coromandel wildfire: Black Jack Rd to fully reopen

Black Jack Rd will fully reopen today after the Coromandel wildfire in Kūaotuna. Fire and Emergency NZ said this morning's drone flight confirmed three... Read More

Top tips for landing a job in tight labour market

Jobseekers are competing with hundreds of other applicants in a tight labour market, and recruiters warn it is not going to get any easier to land a role. The... Read More