Data likely to show retail shoppers spent more this year than last year.

Fresh severe thunderstorm alerts continue to be issued this evening.

Businesses were planning for "peak demand" around events, festivals and cruise ships.

Forecasts from the accommodation sector and airlines were looking “really positive”.

A good Boxing Day can help retailers set themselves up for a successful 2023.

Heavy rain and hail are expected in the Bay of Plenty, Taupō, Gisborne, and Hawke’s Bay.

The 14-year-old boy was taken back to his family safe and uninjured.

'For me, it’s about bringing life back to our pā,' says the haukāinga of Ōtamarākau marae.

Four New Zealanders are in the hunt for the inaugural EVES Open singles title.

The operating deficit was $3.9 million higher than the budgeted deficit of $6.1 million.

The health warning is based on water test results and visual observations.

“If you’ve got kids, there’s all these other factors that come into it."

More than 300 households have received Christmas treats thanks to the volunteers.

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The markers were installed at Lake Rotoiti and Lake Ōkāreka.

'Quite a bit of water in a short period of time.'

Emergency services have been called to a serious crash in Matatā.

Families and friends of diabetics will be able to attend the 2023 Bay of Plenty camp.

Enjoy the views on the deck of Bowentown Boating and Sport Fishing Club.

There is a broad low risk of thunderstorms covering most of the North Island today.

The highway is expected to be blocked for some time.

Staff were asked to clarify the conditions of membership and future financial commitments.