![Teen admits role in violent armed robbery at Michael Hill](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Teen admits role in violent armed robbery at Michael Hill
More than $50,000 worth of jewellery was stolen and three women were injured.
![GP clinic writes candid letter to patients explaining fee increase](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
GP clinic writes candid letter to patients explaining fee increase
GPs are taking out new mortgages and hiking fees as funding doesn't cover their costs.
![Six people injured in two-vehicle crash on SH25, Waikato](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Six people injured in two-vehicle crash on SH25, Waikato
Two rescue helicopters had also been called to the scene.
![Police no longer treating death of Waikato man as homicide](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Police no longer treating death of Waikato man as homicide
Police initially believed victim, found in the Waikato River, suffered a "violent death".
![Arrests follow Clive Four Square ram-raid and vehicle theft](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Arrests follow Clive Four Square ram-raid and vehicle theft
Police say a tyre iron was used in robbing a man of his car, then used in a ram-raid,
!['Where's the tall guy?' Deportee storms home, questions man at gunpoint](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
'Where's the tall guy?' Deportee storms home, questions man at gunpoint
The man was deported from Australia for burglaries and robbery.
![Thieves target traffic light batteries at SH2 road works](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Thieves target traffic light batteries at SH2 road works
The battery thefts could lead to a crash, roading advocate says.
!['Nazi scumbag liar': Nurse's rant after person complained about anti-vax post](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
'Nazi scumbag liar': Nurse's rant after person complained about anti-vax post
Denise Perkins used her role as a nurse to deter people from getting the Covid-19 vaccine.
![Muggy nights: Major retailer running low on fans as temperatures soar](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Muggy nights: Major retailer running low on fans as temperatures soar
Records tumble after 'very hot month' across Bay of Plenty.
!['Disturbing': Four burglaries in five days at Rotorua's Cash Converters](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
'Disturbing': Four burglaries in five days at Rotorua's Cash Converters
'We believe these break-ins have been carried out by the same group.'
![Threatening behaviour force Kaipara school to initiate 'precautionary' lockdown](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Threatening behaviour force Kaipara school to initiate 'precautionary' lockdown
The principal says the school gates were closed as a precautionary measure.
![‘Thrilling experience’: Hawks to take the court in Wairoa](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
‘Thrilling experience’: Hawks to take the court in Wairoa
Clinics and pre-season game held in Wairoa.
![Hawke’s Bay in brief: 12 hour DJ set to promote good mental health](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Hawke’s Bay in brief: 12 hour DJ set to promote good mental health
DJ Sneeky will play an epic 12-hour set at Live like a Lotus event in Hastings.
![Have an adventure: NZTA announces detour routes ahead of Brynderwyns closure](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Have an adventure: NZTA announces detour routes ahead of Brynderwyns closure
Dates confirmed for extensive roadworks along State Highway 1.
![At least 50 lambs dead after van and stock truck crash, overturning trailer](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
At least 50 lambs dead after van and stock truck crash, overturning trailer
The angle of the overturned trailer meant deaths were inevitable, company says.
![New Port Nikau pier could boost marine sector and community, mayor says](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
New Port Nikau pier could boost marine sector and community, mayor says
The latest pier at the marina is due to be completed later this month.
![Slow-speed boat chase off Napier beach ends in two arrests](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Slow-speed boat chase off Napier beach ends in two arrests
A witness says a man appeared to be trying to paddle away from police prior to the arrest.
![What repealing Three Waters could mean for your rates](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
What repealing Three Waters could mean for your rates
Adding hundreds of millions of dollars in costs and an urgent revision to previous budgets
!['A vision from the start': Tarawera Ultra boss reflects leading into milestone](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
'A vision from the start': Tarawera Ultra boss reflects leading into milestone
The 2024 event will take place from February 17 to 18.
![Southland community state of emergency declared, threats to life and homes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Southland community state of emergency declared, threats to life and homes
Heavy rain and sea swell has caused increased erosion at Bluecliffs.
![Flaxmere mum wins Summer Photo Competition with stunning shot at Waimārama](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Flaxmere mum wins Summer Photo Competition with stunning shot at Waimārama
A day out with family exploring a cave turned into an award-winning photo.
![Kiwis ready for world's richest quick shear](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Kiwis ready for world's richest quick shear
Four of New Zealand’s fastest shearers are making a flying trip to Australia.
!['Cannot pay': Charity could close if council's fee hike plan goes ahead](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
'Cannot pay': Charity could close if council's fee hike plan goes ahead
Men’s Shed says it can’t afford council plans to introduce ‘fairer’ fees.
![The music of Winehouse and the magic of NZTrio both in Winter Fest spotlight](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
The music of Winehouse and the magic of NZTrio both in Winter Fest spotlight
Storytelling, in its many forms and shapes, is at the heart of this year's Winter Fest.
![How many district councillors does Whanganui need?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
How many district councillors does Whanganui need?
'Council representation should be fair and effective for all Whanganui residents.'
!['Grooving jazz festival': Thousands set to attend annual music event](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
'Grooving jazz festival': Thousands set to attend annual music event
About 700 musicians including youth performers will attend the festival in Tauranga.
![‘Bat central’: Critically endangered mammals found in Central Hawke’s Bay](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
‘Bat central’: Critically endangered mammals found in Central Hawke’s Bay
Colony of flying mammals found in farm-shed roof in Central Hawke's Bay.
![Winning culture challenge call laid to football’s new-look Napier City Rovers](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Winning culture challenge call laid to football’s new-look Napier City Rovers
Sweltering conditions welcome 2024 National League football hopefuls back into training.