Pou saved after harsh swells left it lying on the beach
Mahia locals' call for help answered after pou washes into the sea in big swells.
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Freezing Friday: Auckland's temp still in single-digits, after parts of NZ drop below zero
Temps plunged to -6C in parts of NZ, while Auckland is still 9.9C close to noon.
New club rugby trophy honours legacy of Waikato All Blacks greats
The first match for the Clarke Family Cup took place in Morrinsville last weekend.
Tama Potaka blames Willie Jackson for Whakaata Māori budget cuts.
'I wasn’t in a position to give them funding forever' - Jackson
Hamilton Long-Term Plan adopted with focus on balancing the books
Hamilton City Council adopted its Long-Term Plan 2024-34 yesterday.
Hauraki Gulf protection: 20 years of advocating gets green light
The select committee has unanimously supported that the bill be passed.
Te Awanga seawall: 200m 'ecoreef' proposed to protect council assets
Project aimed at protecting flood-prone area.
Taupō walkers venture to Rainbow Point, Wairakei and Two Mile Bay
Winter's wet weather hasn't stopped Taupō's walking groups.
'Rich mates': Govt puts Rotorua on 'fast track' to more homelessness - Waititi
It comes after Kāinga Ora said 110 planned new homes in the city were being 'reassessed'.
City beach clean up has started
Contractors shifting massive amount of debris on parts of city beaches.
Gisborne letters about boot camps, Wairoa flooding, Grey St
Gisborne letters about boot camps, Wairoa flooding, Grey St, Gaza war.
Paikea no certain winners over improving Kowhau in Poverty Bay hockey
YMP A men v Waituhi set to be game of the weekend.
Whanganui junior darts whiz heading to Budapest tournament
Jayde Bell will compete in Hungary in October.
Protesters and petition aim to end cycle-friendly Grey St trial
The council is calling for patience and understanding as tempers flare.
Album spans four decades of work by Gisborne musician Nigel Marshall
Shine On album spans four decades of work by Gisborne musician Nigel Marshall.
'It's like a bath': Mayor criticises late flood prevention efforts
Wairoa Mayor blames late river bar opening for flooding.
Demand for NZ red meat exports up in most markets - except China
NZ exported red meat products worth $1.1 billion for the month, 3% up on May 2023.
Honours to Horouta in Premier Grade thriller
Another win to title-hunting Waikohu Prems, Horouta duke it out with Whāngārā.
Principal bought surfboards, computers and headphones with money he stole from his school
Glenn Knight 'shattered the foundation of trust on which our community is built'.
Editorial: We need houses, but not at the expense of our food bowls
OPINION: The Government needs to be careful about an open slather approach to housing.
'Waste of ratepayer money': Council 'seeking advice' after forging ahead with speed limit reductions
Far North District Council reduced speeds on 300 roads. Now it might have to reverse them.
Northland businesses feeling the pinch offered workshops, mentoring
ASB economists warn about Northland’s outlook but help is on hand for businesses.
How does it feel to go from Gisborne to Glastonbury? ‘Pretty chill,’ DJ Messie says
The 21-year-old DJ and drummer took over Glastonbury’s Shangri-La last Friday.
Unregistered anti-vax doctor kept practising under 'Māori customary law'
A pharmacy contacted the Medical Council after receiving prescriptions from the doctor.
'Entitlement and arrogance:' Serial thief pinches $400 worth of Calvin Klein underwear
He also stole e-bikes, an e-scooter and items from Rebel Sport, Farmers and The Warehouse.
'Who’s he remorseful to? Himself?': Boss didn't pay staff Kiwisaver, super, loan deducations
William Eskdale admitted 28 charges totalling more than $150K of unpaid taxes.
Large-scale drug operation next door to daycare busted in north Waikato
Police have since been back to reassure the children.
News briefs from the Far North - 42 tsunami sirens, seal silly season and food security
News snippets from the Far North
Hamilton Gardens among top 1% of things to do in the world - again
Hamilton's much-loved visitor attraction already featured in the ranking in 2023.
First look at Tauranga’s new waterfront playground
The $5m design was created with the help of Tauranga children.
Taupō Times closes after more than 60 years
The Stuff-owned community newspaper's June 28 edition would be its last.
'Pubs full of old people': Tauranga CBD nightlife 'dead', students say
Clubs were struggling to attract people, with dance floors often 'dead' on Fridays.
More frosty nights and some scattered showers this weekend for Hawke's Bay
Jack Frost is still making his way around Hawke's Bay this winter.
Four-time blood cancer survivor Frankie's family vital to her survival
It's a cause close to their heart as their daughter beat cancer for the fourth time.