Live: State of emergency in Auckland - one dead; New SH1 motorway opened to rescue motorists; airport closed
The Fire Service has made more than 1500 callouts to help people in need.
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Civil Defence warning: Rising floodwaters trap residents in West Auckland, NZDF called in
Rising floodwaters have left streets and homes swamped.
'Not afraid of a bit of rain': One Love festival 'all go' despite wet weather
Surf Lifesaving champs also still on, but Black Falcon display off.
Live: Heavy rain, strong winds wreak havoc in Auckland, North Island regions
Rain is battering Auckland and the top of the North Island.
‘Bigger and better’: Auto Extravaganza to go ahead after two years disruption
The car, bike and truck show will take place on The Strand with proceeds going to St John.
Free lodging, 'triple' the pay: NZ nurse moving to Australia speaks out
'I do know I will never be able to afford a home and that is something I'd like to do.'
'A lot of love': Biggest One Love ever among event lineup for long weekends
The "iconic" festival is a staple in the New Zealand events calendar.
Letters to the editor: Allow for consultation with affected neighbours
OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
One of the last empty sections at Coromandel beach spot sells for $820k
New owners camp on their new plot within hours of buying it.
Letters to the editor: Tauranga city looking scruffy; developing good government
OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
'A big job': People on Rotorua's streets weigh in on challenges facing new PM
Housing, cost of living, health and sustainability are among the issues concerning locals.
Dozens of sunglasses stolen within minutes during early break-in
Police responded to a report of a burglary at a commercial premises on Cameron Rd.
Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: Which politicians impressed at Rātana
There was plenty of laughter and good advice for the politicians.
Carmen Hall: Food price hikes will hurt poorest most
Vegetable soup has got me through a few winters.
Kāinga Ora: Sixteen new homes proposed for Rotorua suburb
Subject to consent, the homes could be finished from late 2024.
New course record, fourth crown for Braden Currie at Tauranga Half Marathon
It was the 34th running of the Tauranga Half.
Some mortgage brokers quit industry amid falling house sales while others remain steady
'Rising rates and threat of recession and falling house prices scared off a lot of people'
Rescue chopper kept busy over December
December 2022 was a busy month for the Aerocool Rescue Helicopter.
Mark Lister: We’re beating inflation, but it’ll come at a price
OPINION: The most crucial development has been increasing evidence of slowing inflation.
'Very distressed': Surfer saves three swimmers from 'horrendous rip'
'I was just really thankful that I was able to give them another Christmas together.'
From life support to a four year 'hell' recovery: How life has changed for crash victim
Hollie Snell is not like most 21 year olds.
NZ's first Māori Environment Commissioner shares emotional journey
Māori environmental lawyer Kiri Danielle shares her heartbreaking past.
Unchecked wallaby population could cost Aotearoa $84m in next 50 years
Wallabies silently prey on the future of New Zealand's forests and farms
'Absolute tragedy': Lifeguard begs people to swim between the flags after deaths, rescues
The search continues for a person who got into difficulties at Oputere Beach.
'We're feeling it': Foodbank pays $25k for a year of eggs as grocery prices soar
PLUS: 12 tips for dealing with rising food prices
'Appalling': Govt plans 350 homes on site it rejected for private development
'Without developments like this, reliance on emergency housing in Rotorua will continue.'
'Urgent' clean-up after 'millions' of microplastics wash up on Bay beach
"I’ve never seen anything like this hit the beach before. It’s an eye-opener."
Police find man with ‘apparent’ gunshot wound in Ōpōtiki, seek public help investigating
Police found the injured man on Saturday, believe victim and offender know each other.
Vasectomies, water tank refills, wigs: Government spends millions on hardship assistance grants
'We have parents who are going without food so their children are able to eat.’
Countdown to Coterie’s first ever headline tour of Aotearoa
Coterie will headline their own tour of Aotearoa.
Cyclone Hale takes mental toll on Tairāwhiti farmers
Cyclone Hale has taken a mental toll on Tairāwhiti farmers and growers.
'Polarising': Prince Harry's memoir splitting opinions in Rotorua, booksellers say
'Like him or loathe him though, everyone wants to read the book.'