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School tragedy: Popular teen drowned during snorkelling lesson
Ethan Fitzpatrick was in the water with other students when he got into trouble.
Traffic building after crash blocks SH2 lane near Bethlehem
Police responded to the crash at 2.30pm.
Counterfeit cash circulating used to buy $300 of goods - Police
'The predominant note is the $50 note.'
Resilience work on SH2 Karangahake Gorge – delays expected
Contractors and arborists will be inspecting cliffs.
'Petrified': CEO, nurse prepare to skydive to raise cash for Cancer Society
"I just want to give back to the Cancer Society because they give so much."
Opinion: Poverty is a circumstance - not a character flaw
Opinion: "It’s a cycle. A trap. And one that is incredibly difficult to escape."
'What any local would do': Hordes jumping 'horrendous' SH2 queues, council counts show
The council says drivers are already tense enough with the current congestion.
Entertainment figure trial: Indecent assault complainant told 'that's just what he does'
She gave evidence the accused tried to push her into a room.
Luke Kirkness: Thinking beyond roadworks to fix pothole crisis
Opinion: Roads of despair - will drivers ever be safe from NZ's pothole epidemic?
Fieldays Forestry Hub returns for 2023 show
The Fieldays Forestry Hub will again feature when Fieldays 2023 returns from June 14-17.
Hipkins: NZ needs to 'rethink' how roading infrastructure is funded
The Prime Minister says the fast uptake of EVs could affect petrol tax revenue.
Opinion: Tasering of elderly dementia patient appalling
Opinion: "A health issue should not be confused with aggressive, law-breaking behaviour."
'Hugely demanding': Firefighters head to Canada to help tackle wildfires
Canada has had more than 500 wildfires this season.
'It's a relief': Mum of injured teen speaks out after 100 cops target street racers
The mother's comments come after arrests were made and cars seized.
Watch: Crews return to Gate Pa house fire after flames spotted
”I haven’t seen flames that high in a long time.”
'Rat runners' label 'unfair to rats': Councillor lashes out over clogged roads
The problem is believed to be making traffic congestion on SH2 worse than it should be.
Race review: Katikati’s Aryton Hodson big part of winning motorsport team
Ayrton Hodson won in his class at the Golden Homes North Island Endurance Series.
Fountain death: Child would have been 5 this week
The Coroner has opened an inquiry into the death.
3km pathway: New build begins along Pāpāmoa coast
The shared path will have rest stops, new public toilets and spots for food trucks.
How you can transform food waste into sustainable savings
Opinion: Expert tips on saying goodbye to food waste and hello to savings.
Concern as heavy industry seeks to continue discharging contaminants
Council considering applications from Allied Asphalts Ltd and Higgins Group Ltd.
Weather wipes out last remaining sensors on Whakaari
GeoNet also uses satellite information and monitoring flights to assess the island.
12 cars impounded in one night during boy racer sting
12 vehicles impounded, 15 unsafe vehicles were ordered off the road due to modifications
Fake money warning: Can you spot the difference?
Retailers are warning other businesses to watch out for counterfeit notes.
'It was pretty nasty': Driver hits out as potholes cause damage
Motorists lodge 33 complaints in 10 days.
'Huge help': Bay pharmacists praise decision to abolish $5 prescription fee
The decision, announced as part of Budget 2023, will cost the Government $619m.
Premium Debate: Why Labour’s Budget might be the most radical in 30 years
Subscribers have their say.
Magic stars visit netball centre
Thrill for Te Puke youngsters as ANZ Premiership stars drop by.
Investigation launched after student injured in class
Police received a report of a 'person being assaulted' at a Windsor Rd address on Monday.
Opinion: Why the rental crisis is a national disgrace
Opinion: Kāinga Ora’s home ownership schemes deserve more taxpayer money.