'His laugh will be forever echoed around the park.'

Several proposals were offered including one to make the fountain shallower for $20,000.

Christopher Luxon paid a visit to Tauranga's foodbank and a kiwifruit packhouse on Monday.

The High Court trial is continuing in Rotorua.

"If they block in front of us as well, maybe I need to shut the shop.”

Auckland's rainfall totals are running nearly three times above average in a sopping 2023.

The watch is in place until Tuesday morning.

Forecasters are warning the upper North Island of gusty thunderstorms and hail.

She's seen many near-misses in the water and wants to see safety changes.

Police are asking anyone with information to come forward.

The cost of living crisis had “hit everyone hard”, including support providers.

An expert shares how people can make the most of their groceries as living costs rise.

The death will be referred to the coroner.

State Highway 2 West has been blocked as emergency service work at the scene.

The 64-year-old was due to appear at Whakatāne District Court on Saturday.

It's likely to be at least another year before a decision on the road's future is made.

A yellow heavy rain watch will be in place the Bay, including, Rotorua, starting at 3am.

'He didn’t stand a chance being such a little guy against a bigger stronger dog.'

The road is expected to be closed for some time.

Bay of Plenty Regional Council will investigate the cause of the sinking.

Slips and trees down are reported.

Emergency services were called about 8.20am.