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Appeal for sightings of Bay of Plenty man missing for two months
Despite 'extensive searches' across the region, the Murupara man cannot be found.
Cyclone Gabrielle warnings: Residents told to 'prepare for worst' - and to stock up on essentials
Most models are showing Cyclone Gabrielle will directly hit New Zealand next week.
Highway closed as large slip comes down in Bay of Plenty
A large slip has come down on the highway this morning.
PM in Tauranga: Hipkins visits residents affected by slips
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins is visiting Tauranga today.
Cyclone threat: Upper North Island residents urged to prepare
Cyclone Gabrielle is on its way. Residents can prepare now in various ways.
Cyclone Gabrielle warning: 'Direct hit' with heavy rain, damaging winds early next week
WeatherWatch NZ have forecasted the storm to hit the northern half of the North Island
Kiri Gillespie: Financial caution needed by those who can't really afford to travel
It's great people are getting on planes again, but not everyone can afford to.
Premium debate: Looming cyclone stirs opinion of news coverage
Subscribers have their say on whether news of a potential cyclone is worth it.
Red Fox Tavern killers in bid to overturn their convictions
Chris Bush was shot dead at the Maramarua pub in 1987 and his killers still deny it.
Rotorua community meets NRL All Stars teams
The community had the chance to meet the teams at an appearance at Harvey Norman Rotorua.
'One of the most serious storms forecast for NZ this century': New Cyclone Gabrielle warning
Gabrielle could strike the upper North Island as early as Friday, forecasters warn.
'Dream come true': Hometown hero to make Māori All Stars debut
The crowd will go crazy when local boy Hayze Perham runs out on Saturday.
'Trying times': 60 pc of maize crops wiped out, kiwifruit damaged, farmers worried
A tropical cyclone could cause more pain for contractors, kiwifruit growers and farmers.
216kg meth bust: Photos reveal the undercover police operation to catch former Olympic boxer
A former Olympic boxer was caught with more than 200kg of drugs in Hamilton.
NZ study showing higher rates of heart disease after Covid jabs should be treated with caution - expert
The study provided further reassurance about the safety of the vaccine, an official said.
Former Olympic boxer caught with 216kg of meth
A former Olympic boxer was caught with more than 200kg of drugs in Hamilton.
'We need to catch up': New dental vans to boost oral health
'The Lakes area has the second worst oral health in New Zealand. We need to catch up.'
Looming tropical cyclone gets a name: NZ urged to prepare
Modellers expect the storm to reach our shores from Sunday.
‘Facing a crisis’: Tourist town can’t wait three years for upgrade
"Our tourism industry is on thin ice."
Record field as Tarawera Ultramarathon returns to Rotorua
The event kicks off at 4am on Saturday.
Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: How Waitangi Day is recognised has come a long way in New Zealand
OPINION: 'A prosperous society should not be at the expense of one Treaty partner'.
Airport's new terminal 'distinctly Taupō'
A new terminal at Taupō Airport is designed to leave no doubt about where you are.
Young jiu-jitsu fighter sets sights on Vegas
An 8-year-old Taupō boy has stormed the national scene.
Jersey presentation for NRL players to take place at night market
All 196 players in Rotorua will be presented with the jerseys.
Settled Bay of Plenty weather expected this week - but a cyclone threat looms
The earliest the next tropical cyclone is expected to develop is over the weekend.
Ten offers made to rehome remaining Rainbow Springs manu
More than 150 individual wildlife have been rehomed since Rainbow Springs closed.
'Certainly ominous': Weather models align on looming North Island cyclone threat
The already drenched North island is likely in the firing line for another cyclone.
Fiesty falcons claw their way back
Kārearea are getting a helping hand to help restore the population around Taupō.
Tropical cyclone likely to hit flood-ravaged north this weekend
A tropical low is brewing a cyclone in the Coral Sea.
Didgeridoo and Māori culture blend during moving welcome for league stars
Why this morning's pōhiri to welcome NRL All Stars players was extra-special.
Heat goes on in U-17 Oceania Football champs final
A talented Taupō footballer has captained the NZ U-17 squad to a spot in the World Cup.
28th Māori Battalion Memorial flag (finally) flies high again with rightful honours
The flag of the 28th Māori Battalion was raised with pride and aroha.
Jo Raphael: Even my dog is more prepared for an emergency than I am
OPINION: Soggy Shaky Isles forces need for emergency preparedness.