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Pedestrian seriously injured after struck by car

A pedestrian struck by car is suffering serious injuries. "Police were advised that a pedestrian had been struck by a car at the intersection of Upland Street... Read More

Crash in Lower Kaimai SH29

Emergency services are at the scene of a crash on SH29 near McLaren Falls Road. "Police were notified of a crash on SH 29 at 3.05pm today," says a police... Read More

Female teacher caught kissing young girl

'Goodnight gorgeous. Sleep well. Don't be sorry. You need sleep. It's been a busy day. Thank you for today's events. Hugs kisses.” This was... Read More

Celebrating future innovators

After supporting thousands through its ranks since its inception in 2009, New Zealand's largest youth innovation programme, yia! (Young Innovator Awards) is... Read More

All Black Sevens star signs with Gallagher Chiefs

All Blacks Sevens star Leroy Carter has confirmed he will make his DHL Super Rugby Pacific debut in a Gallagher Chiefs jersey. The 2023 World Rugby Sevens... Read More

Median barrier work to cease on SH2

The NZ Transport Agency Board has confirmed that further median barrier work will no longer proceed on the remaining two sections of State Highway 2 between... Read More

SH2 opening tonight at Waiotahe beach

State Highway 2 will reopen at 5pm tonight at Waiotahe beach, following a large slip which fell on the highway overnight Sunday, August 18, closing the road... Read More

Cancer rates expected to double by 2040

In 2020, there were more than 27,000 new cancer cases in New Zealand. By 2040, this number is expected to reach 52,000, according to the Cancer Society of New... Read More

Licences available ahead of upcoming season

Fishing licences are now available as anticipation builds for the upcoming season. 'Spring is on its way, and today marks a key date in the diary for keen... Read More

White Island: What is going on with the volcano?

Ongoing volcanic activity on Whakaari/White Island led to flight disruptions on Thursday morning. So what exactly is going on at the island, which has a deadly... Read More

Defence says dad caused toddler fatal injuries

The father of a toddler - who died after suffering 'catastrophic” stomp-type injuries - has been accused of causing her death by a defence lawyer... Read More

Tauranga trials on-demand public transport

Tauranga is the latest New Zealand city to trial on-demand public transport, using electric vans in place of large diesel buses. There is no pre-timetabled... Read More