Problem poopers in Tauranga and slashed tyres in Hawke's Bay are just two of the stories making headlines around the regions today.
A smelly situation - a Tauranga retailer is apparently sick of homeless people "pooing" at the back of his shop.
A Hawke's Bay motelier received a rude shock after waking to find his car tyres were slashed over the weekend.
On yer bikes! Rotorua Crankworx has been a resounding success with thousands turning out to witness the "phenomenal" event . Check out more detailed coverage here.
A well-behaved and bumper crowd of more than 5000, great music, food and wine marked Whangarei's third annual Fritter Festival.
