A detour was in place but motorists were asked to avoid the area if possible.

Thanking essential workers with a morning tea at the RSA

Turtle washes ashore at Onemana on the Coromandel

Coromandel MP: get it right for the sake of people all over country that gave up so much.

If residue is still washing ashore, residents fear what is happening to sea life.

Huge-hearted people like Sinclair volunteer skills so ships of mercy can stay afloat.

Heavy rain battering the region has seen reservoir dam levels jump.

Newly launched Apprenticeship Support Programme to be discussed

Not-for-profit developments, or projects of notable community benefit, can seek a grant.

L&P bottle one of best-known and photographed structures in New Zealand

"The Ohinemuri is the river that many of these children connect with," says Beccy Dove.

Community faces another hurdle after more than 20 years of trying.

Heavy rain is due to hit much of the North Island over the next few days.

New Zealand Food Safety urging people to ensure the shellfish they eat is properly cooked.

Thames Valley Club Rugby is back and entertaining winter crowds. PHOTOS/Jason Bartley.

Auckland male has been convicted of Sexual Grooming and sentenced to 1 year 6 months jail

Senior A Silcock Shield Thames Valley Draw 2020

Visitors will soon step off riverboat in Paeroa, ride to Waikino, train to Waihi.

Economic growth through arts and culture tourism a benefit of arts-led programme: Mayor.

Air quality was much better in many Waikato towns during lockdown.

Buy local campaign not an opportunity to be mean and misconstrue good intentions

Whangamatā bowl is known by skaters internationally as one of Thrasher's notable parks.

Severe reaction to bee sting, fall from roof, pig hunting knife accident among callouts.

Former trade commissioner to India and wife at helm of info centre.

Waihi mine attracts Kiwis seeking to return home from lucrative mine work in Australia.

Locals wanting to buy their first home should do what they can to get in market: Agent.

Expert's report says tsunami alert testing needs a bigger sample to be more accurate.

Stand up to "prying eyes of Auckland" trying to stop progress on Coromandel, leaders told.

Waihi and Whangamata Police help Whitianga Police as Black Power, Mongrel Mob fight.

Early world maps show it is clear Europeans had found their way here in earlier times.