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Whooping cough spike concerns authorities

There's been a spike in whooping cough cases, a potentially fatal disease for babies. Te Whatu Ora sent a notification to GPs, hospitals and hauora Māori... Read More

Near-death experience affirms belief in afterlife

More than a year since it happened, Te Puke's Amy Moeke is still coming to terms with her brush with death. In February last year, while undergoing surgery,... Read More

Bomb scare at Whakatāne District Council

Police believe a disgruntled ratepayer may be behind a bomb scare that saw Whakatāne District Council offices evacuated and closed for the afternoon on Friday. A... Read More

New playground planned for Tauranga waterfront

A new playground, described as an inclusive fun zone for all children, is being planned for the Tauranga waterfront As part of the Waterfront transformation,... Read More

Crime spike: Police issue warning

A recent spike in burglaries and vehicle crime in the Tokoroa region is prompting a warning to the wider Waikato and Bay of Plenty community to be vigilant. Detective... Read More

Budget 2024: Tauranga reveals spending wish lists

Tomorrow, the coalition Government will deliver its first Budget, with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Finance Minister Nicola Willis promising 'good”... Read More

3D printed 'Wave' used in Mount skatepark

A new skatepark in Mount Maunganui is utilising the use of 3D printing. The new Destination Skatepark, which is expected to officially open this week,... Read More

LIVE: North Island braces for severe weather

UPDATE: Severe thunderstorms and strong winds set to hit Auckland to Waikato are arriving earlier than forecast. The Metservice has issued a red thunderstorm... Read More

Te Pāti Māori protest plans for Thursday

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has slammed plans for a day of disruption launched by Te Pāti Māori as 'illegal”. Te Pāti Māori is urging all Māori... Read More

Multiple fatalities following Waikato crash

Police can confirm that five people have died following a head-on crash in the Waikato. Emergency services were called to the scene on State Highway 3/Ōhaupō... Read More

Deadline to buy first EV RUC licence approaching

NZTA is reminding owners of electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles to buy their first road user charges licence before the deadline of 31 May... Read More

Government to consult on shooting club regulations

The Government is consulting New Zealanders on a package of proposals for simple and effective regulation of shooting clubs and ranges, Associate Minister of... Read More