The closure has caused congestion for almost three weeks.

Emergency services were called to the scene.

The region was in the money again in last night's draw.

Early Sunday morning start for the 60 car field.

CARE Taupō is looking for a new home for Snowy, a cat left with them in a sorry state.

Try this hearty chicken dish for an easy weeknight dinner.

Taupō's walkers explored close to home this week.

Taupō District's selfless volunteers have been recognised this month.

'He was recycling before anyone knew what it was.'

The man appeared in court in Rotorua.

New build blends cultural heritage with 'stunning geothermal design'.

The circumstances of the fire are under investigation and being treated as suspicious.

The couple “still can’t believe” their luck.

Scientists head out to Mayor and White islands on RV Tangaroa tomorrow.

The local rental market is 'unbelievably tight', social housing operator says.

The incidents come as the city grapples with delays linked to bridge roadworks.

Ash buried deep in Antarctic ice highlights the eruptive power of our famous supervolcano.

A local teacher has been recognised for doing it all, from kapa haka to teacher training.

The Te Pāti Māori co-leader has 50 per cent of the votes in a new poll.

The symbol is a tree, planted 51 years ago, that a councillor says was ignored until now.

Mail has gone missing, been dumped on the side of the road or found miles away.

A "beautiful sweet little dog” was injured, returned to vet days after adoption.

Marten Rozeboom on the issues facing the electorate, from tourism to family values.

Police were called around 2.30pm.

A sunny day quickly turned into a driving hailstorm in the Bay of Plenty.

Two people have also been arrested after throwing bottles at police.

Bennetts Rd in Koutu will see a new housing development.