'Everyone deserves warm kai': Kmart supports foodbank
The wishing tree appeal is in its 31st year and the need for it 'has never been greater'.
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Cashed up a2 Milk still looking for acquisitions
Acquisitions are still on a2 Milk's radar screen, despite the company's dividend plans.
Prisoner captured after escape from Waikato Hospital
The incident has prompted a review of Spring Hill Corrections Facility procedure.
Community boards facing axe
Western Bay of Plenty District could have fewer councillors to vote for next election.
Deadline looms for heritage farming awards
Families who have farmed their land since 1924 or earlier are eligible to apply for award.
NZ's first non-binary MP presents maiden speech
Benjamin Doyle became a list MP based in Hamilton after Darleen Tana was ousted.
Tairua-Pāuanui Community Board member Cath Wightman resigns
There are several options after Wightman's departure.
Dangerous Black Power member flees police: Sponge round fired during chase
Police appeal for information as to the whereabouts of Black Power member Toa Pitman.
Doctor warned sporting body ‘we could lose someone’ before Podmore’s death
A senior doctor who had worked closely with the athletes warned they were 'at risk'.
'He's a beast': 15yo Kiwi runner sets world-best time
Tauranga teenager beats 3000m world record for 15-year-olds.
Tairawhiti schools shine at Turanganui Māori cultural festival
Thousands celebrate Māori culture at Turanganui Schools Festival, now in its 39th year.
'Lambs all over the place': Council investigates after dogs savage livestock
Council investigates dog attacks; one dog shot, another impounded in Kaikohe.
Police on the hunt for Toyota after roadworker threatened with gun
Police are seeking dashcam footage of the vehicle involved in the incident.
Odours among key concerns about new food scraps bins
Odours, broken handles and lids are among immediate concerns.
Lucky escape: Owner scrolling social media spots her dog stuck in a poo pond
The power of Facebook - and help from a lasso - saved a dog from a stink situation.
Controversial Streets for People project set for intersection reversion work
Full road closure is needed for night work on the intersection.
Wairoa arrests but no gang patch issues yet in Gisborne
A Mongrel Mob hat and T-shirt have been seized in Wairoa, with two people arrested.
Mayor hosts touching send-off as Manawanui crew visit home port
Yvonne Gray and crew visit Gisborne, honoured after HMNZS Manawanui sank in Samoa.
The Country: Todd McClay on Apec FTA
Todd McClay, Tim Dangen, Emma Poole, Sandra Matthews, Chris Brandolino, Jeremy Rookes.
Gisborne's Sunshine Service and TPAT celebrate milestones with style
Minister Costello praises Gisborne's age-friendly communities.
'Destined to be a teacher'
A teacher who spent 45 years at two Katikati schools passed away this month.
Victim loses $10k in FB marketplace scam
Multiple people have seen the different listings and paid deposits or the full price.
Disgraced property developer jailed after undercover child sexual grooming bust
He was caught trying to trade gift vouchers for sex with a 14yo, police say.
Police reveal cause of death in Levin homicide investigation
Police are appealing for more information.
House fire in Ngāruawāhia, emergency services on scene
"One patient was assessed at the scene as being in a minor condition."
Liquor stores caught selling to minors
A tavern operating without a duty manager also found in breach.
Don’t give up: Northland man beats the odds, survives motorbike crash
Kerikeri's Jack Poutsma reveals how he overcame severe head injury from motorbike crash.
Trust Tairāwhiti seeking survey respondents to end ‘information gap’
Trust Tairāwhiti's data and information lead Malcolm Mersham speaks on past findings.
The 50-metre channel: Will council's Wairoa River trial prevent flooding?
The 50m overflow channel in the Wairoa River bar aims to improve flood management.
A day at the foodbank: 'A lot of fun, a lot of problem-solving, and a lot of kindness'
What our reporter learned from spending a day volunteering with a vital community service.
Watch: Gang president's patch seized under new insignia ban
Armed police stood guard as the patched members were led out in handcuffs.
How one policeman’s campaign changed a death-trap highway
Steven Knox joined the police to improve the roads after losing a close friend in a crash.