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Extratropical cyclone nicking East Cape today

A low pressure zone is this morning peaking in power as it tracks very near the upper to north-eastern side of the North Island, says a WeatherWatch spokesperson.... Read More

Wheeling out learning for whole community

A new bike track at Maungatapu School is seeing some tamariki enjoy their first time on two wheels, and the community learning to ride too. Maungatapu School... Read More

25 Years of Hato Hone St John Health Shuttles

Locals who have volunteered their time to drive free health shuttles for Hato Hone St John will be part of a celebration this weekend. An afternoon tea is... Read More

Further sesame seed recalls due to Salmonella fear

Following Friday's recall of imported sesame seeds, New Zealand Food Safety is supporting further recalls of sesame seed products due to the possible presence... Read More

What's on: music, markets and art

Good morning and welcome to Saturday. Ko te ra tenei i hanga e te Ariki. Ka koa tatou, ka koa hoki ki reira. MetService is forecasting rain, possibly heavy... Read More

Experience musical magic

It's time to be transported back in time to the Baroque era in Europe when music was bursting with innovation and fresh musical forms such as a solo concerto. Audiences... Read More

Pharmac director quits over Treaty directive

Pharmac director Dr Anthony Jordan has quit over the government's Treaty directive, the Pharmac Minister's office says. Associate Health Minister... Read More

Pothole repairs within 24 hours

Transport Minister Simeon Brown is continuing his war on the country's potholes, announcing targets to fix almost all within 24 hours of identification. Simeon... Read More

Tough times for hospitality industry - survey

The Restaurant Association has released new survey results that paint a concerning picture of the current state of the hospitality industry. Businesses across... Read More

Minister order tax cut on heated tobacco products

Associate Health Minister Casey Costello has cut the excise tax on Heated Tobacco Products (HTPs), as she aims to make them more attractive as an alternative... Read More

Heated exchanges as witness denies stabbing

'Haha, you're funny all right.” That was Kansas Tareha's response when he was asked in the High Court at Hamilton if he was the person who stabbed... Read More

Fears for rough sleepers in Thames

Thames Community Board has voiced grave concerns for those sleeping rough in town, with suggestions someone could die if there is no action. 'My concern... Read More