The Government's $2 billion cost-of-living policy comes into effect today.

The 97-year-old said she had been bullied into changing her will.

Concern rescuers will have to save people who risk their 'stupid skins' reaching base.

'He just stood back in shadows - came in unobtrusively. He had a magnificent deep voice.'

A vehicle was driving into traffic for about 14km, police say.

“It’s great to see them using the skills they have learnt through becoming a lifeguard."

An increase in user fees and charges is also expected.

The issue seems to be affecting Spark customers nationwide.

TCDC failed to do due diligence on operator with a poor safety record.

The man who played a central role stashed $1.5m in a hydraulic compartment in his bed.

Nine eggs are being decorated by artists and groups to make up the trail.

Council wants to dip into the general rate reserve to keep the rates rise down.

Information on small car with dark windows sought.

Four feature winners among the field for $5000 prize.

Brendan Gibbs is leaving Katikati after serving 24 years as the Anglican reverend.

Diane Hintz's love of orchids came from her mother and grandmother.

'There’s only one really good time to sort this out and that is now'

Cold and clear weather is across the Bay of Plenty.

Work on the new pathway between Yeoman Bridge to Park Rd Reserve has started.

Man claims he didn't know he was having sex in his sleep.

Local brewery wins silver and bronze awards at New Zealand Food Producer Awards.

Two people were killed and 16 seriously injured along stretch of road in four years.

The ambulances are en route to Auckland, to be shipped to Ukraine.