The vibe from Sir Howard's era can still be felt in the new centre.

Jen Shieff takes a trip down film noir memory lane with a review of the film Marlowe.

Surgery wait times are affecting children's health, families and society.

There are some very passionate and creative people within our sporting community.

Nooroa Paora thanks God for smoke alarms and for protecting his tamariki.

Rawiri Waru and Lani Kereopa have served as Māori ward councillors since October.

'It has the potential to reduce stress for people living with ADHD,' Pharmac says.

The slip is blocking the road and has cut power.

'Let’s stop making excuses,' says new district manager Julie Gibbs.

Olivia Moore creates a savoury favourite - the Dutch baby.

The Parliament protest in Wellington showed a new extremist ideology coming to light.

Taupō Motorcycle Club has confirmed the death of a young rider on Sunday.

The operating deficit was forecast to be $5.6m in December.

State Highway 34 is closed this morning as heavy rain lashes the region.

Many people have gathered to mark the 159th anniversary of the battle of Gate Pā.

Netball legend Taini Jamieson has been farewelled by family and friends.

Slips have closed highways and roofs have been ripped off as the downpours begin.

Bevan Choat summarises Taupō's April weather.

Rotary Lake Taupō is inviting families to apply for its overseas exchange programme.

The council has also put a 'humane' dog cage on the property.

Three infants, all aged under one year, have died from whooping cough this year.

Rain is forecast to fall every day until Saturday in Tauranga and Rotorua.

St John confirmed it responded to the scene.