The community has lent a hand to create the new bike track.

One mayoral candidate says he has 'unfinished business'.

A person is in custody.

The 32-year-old will take up a long-term contract in Japan.

The octogenarian was 36 years old when he was nominated to serve.

The octogenarians have been recognised for their selfless and tireless efforts.

The new event aims to liven up Waihī Beach once a month.

Reports of a fire in Bethlehem came in around 12.45am.

One of the tickets was sold at Rotorua’s Lucky Lotto Shop.

It will gradually become cloudier towards midnight so watch from sunset.

'Seems crazy to me that we can have kids standing up on buses possibly going 80km/h.'

After five years, Joshua Terrey's family has some closure - but not the kind they want.

'I wouldn’t wish it on anybody,' says his mum.

Data shows 1 in 4 Te Whatu Ora hospital shifts, on average, were understaffed in 2023.

Nearly 200 people have signed up for the competition.

The road was reduced to one lane for several hours but has since reopened.

There is a proposal to delay 12 projects.

The closures are needed for asphalt renewals and routine maintenance.

Tween life coaching is already prominent in the USA, and in NZ the need is growing.

The generous gift has been called a rarity and 'true legacy' for the Bay of Plenty.

Junior doctors picketed outside hospitals this week.

“We’ve got heaps of blankets, but it is getting cold at night.”

Weather remains sunny but chilly,

Closures were decided once all other options were exhausted, Pathlab says.

Bittersweet atmosphere as loyal patrons called in one final time.

'We fear the person responsible for these two shootings could strike again if not caught.'

Bob Dylan, bees, emergency planning and more.