New ZealandTaupō scrub fire contained, crews reinforcing 'control line'Three helicopters and multiple fire crews battled the blaze.15 Jan 08:35 PM
New ZealandGrassroots effort brings shade to Pāpāmoa ParkThe project came after a group of mothers raised concerns about the lack of shade.15 Jan 08:21 PM
New ZealandChiefs return to Tauranga for cricket ground clashThe Chiefs are heading to play there on Anzac Day.15 Jan 06:31 PM
New ZealandShearing it around: Huge weekend of action from north to southCompetitions throughout NZ will culminate in solo world record attempt on Monday.15 Jan 02:53 AM
New ZealandEdgecumbe flood lawsuits may burden ratepayers with $7m costEdgecumbe was flooded due to the breach of a Rangitaiki River floodwall in 2017.15 Jan 02:29 AM
New ZealandLarge scrub fire near Taupō controlled after helicopters battle blazeWitnesses earlier said the fire was worrying nearby homeowners.15 Jan 01:44 AM
New Zealand'Don't let it stop you': Professional basketballer's health battle'There are people who care for you and will still want you to succeed.'15 Jan 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Opportunities for whānau': Iwi celebrates new affordable homes in TaurangaSeven new homes blessed in Tauranga, marking a milestone for Ngāti Ranginui.14 Jan 11:10 PM
New Zealand'Soft and spongy' deck, roof that 'would lift with the wind': Landlord fined $6kAn inspector said the general state of the house was 'unmaintained' and 'shocking'.14 Jan 04:05 PM
New ZealandHow La Niña could bring sharks back to NZ shores this summerDespite recent warnings one man is excited about the promise of more sharks in the region.14 Jan 04:03 PM
New ZealandCelebration of pilot Denis Hartley’s life later this monthPilot was a significant force behind the Eastland rescue helicopter.14 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Traffic tail 15km long as road works on SH2 bite, motorists fumeChipseal works cause heavy traffic, delays between Te Puna and Aongatete.14 Jan 02:12 AM
New ZealandNew year, new job? Farmer switched to stacking shelves - and aims to own a supermarketHe started again at the bottom, and is working his way up.14 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandBody found, believed to be missing Tauranga manJarrad Ormsby was last seen in Hamilton on December 19.13 Jan 09:55 PM
New ZealandMore than 22 trees vandalised and removed in one yearMore than 22 trees were damaged so badly over a year they had to be removed.13 Jan 04:05 PM
New ZealandNia Glassie's murderer: 'Still using drugs, still being violent'Michael Curtis has served more than 17 years for the murder of Nia Glassie.13 Jan 04:03 PM
New ZealandAsh raises aviation code at Whakaari/White IslandActivity at White Island has increased and minor volcanic ash is being emitted.13 Jan 03:36 PM
New Zealand'Plan ahead': Major Waikato-BoP roadworks - what you need to knowNZTA says their programme for the remainder of the summer was ambitious.13 Jan 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘Tragic’ Hāhei cliff fall: Victim was boy, 13, on holiday with familyTwo young people fell from a cliff in Hāhei; one died, the other was rescued uninjured.12 Jan 10:42 PM
New ZealandFive arrested after alleged burglaries and fleeing driver incidentsRam raid in Taupō and burglary in Napier reported.12 Jan 10:36 PM
New ZealandNZ's hottest town: Locals stay vigilantNiwa recorded the hottest temperatures for December in Kawerau at 34.8C.12 Jan 09:53 PM
New ZealandADHD: The regions where assessments are 'a lot faster' than in other placesA support organisation says it's important to diagnose and treat ADHD 'before it spirals'.12 Jan 09:05 PM
New Zealand'Challenging': Coromandel fire expected to take several days to put outFour crews and three helicopters return to dampen hotspots.12 Jan 08:45 PM
New Zealand‘Heartbreaking’: Death after fall from Coromandel cliff to be investigated, says mayorTwo young people fell from a cliff; one died, the other was rescued uninjured in Hāhei.12 Jan 08:32 PM
New Zealand'Lifesaving efforts': Charity to send 10 more ambulances to Ukraine'It will increase our evacuation and hospital transportation capability significantly.'12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSchool breakfast volunteers ‘ooze care and aroha’ for tamariki'It’s so rewarding knowing you’re helping make a difference in the children’s lives.'12 Jan 02:00 AM
OpinionHunter WellsThe hobby that became an artform: The magic of model railway'You would not want a 5-year-old playing with this.'11 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandSwimmers urged to stay alert after recent shark sightingsThe warning comes after multiple shark sightings on the North Island's east coast. 10 Jan 09:46 PM
New ZealandFormer PM shocked by trampled dotterel breeding groundThe Waihī Beach community is in shock after a series of disturbing vandalism incidents.10 Jan 07:30 PM
New Zealand'Mission accomplished': Author Ron Murray dies three days after receiving copies of final bookRon Murray's wife Jill described him as a 'man of many talents'.10 Jan 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Worst nightmare': The NZ region with the most fleeing driversMore than 10,000 drivers fled police in New Zealand during 2023.10 Jan 04:05 PM
New ZealandThe NZ city with 2000 ghost homes: 'Hard problem to solve'Despite the empty homes, the council says it's not a concern.10 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'So grateful': Student receives scholarships to go to India and Japan'I never ever thought I would get anything like this before.'10 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandTraffic incidents, roadworks cause major delays on SH2People are advised to avoid using SH2, between Tauranga and Katikati this afternoon.10 Jan 12:34 AM
