Horror movie phone call: 'Just lock your door and call the police. Act casual.'

Road closed after collision with a car was reported about 11am.

'Happy vibes all around' at the Katikati Avocado Food and Wine Festival.

Achievement, learning behaviours and attendance data are used to generate comments.

'We don’t want to have any barriers to learning.'

The alternative route for motorists during this time is via Te Puke Highway.

"It’s cool people are happy to embrace our culture."

Downpours and thunderstorms are predicted for Bay of Plenty, Rotorua, Coromandel.

Chefs, air con installers and builders are working in the heat this summer.

One $333K win and two $15K wins coming to the Bay of Plenty.

Her son made a 'fatal mistake' at dangerous beach, says mum in bid to stop more deaths.

One man could be seen dragging the shark out to sea by its tail.

'Urban sprawl' on shrinking sections a factor in noise complaints: planning researcher

Seasoned scoopers share the secrets of a delicious trade.

Man charged after worker struck, nearby staff assaulted and threatened.

Tauranga City Council has issued some advice.

'It’s awesome to have her joining our little Kiwi Harvard community.'

The leader was a pivotal figure in Treaty settlements.

'Don’t do anything stupid like that again', says judge.

The algae can produce toxins that cause 'significant ill-health'.

'People can come any time if they’ve got no food.'

Popular beach's index sign to be fixed after showing high reading.

Police say 'up to three' vehicles were involved.

Some residents have come to see the vessel as an eyesore and a potential danger.