Virtual reality: It’s an earthquake, it’s a tsunami, it’s... only a simulation
A Tauranga council adviser says people find the experience immersive and surprising.
A Tauranga council adviser says people find the experience immersive and surprising.
Grant McCallum has called a local iwi's blockade of the boat ramp 'illegal actions'.
Swimming hole leap goes horribly wrong: 'It was too late. I knew I was going to hit it.'
Geoff Main built an attraction on the old rail line. He didn't anticipate the rates bill.
Greg Brownless fears ‘entrenchment’ for the new elected council.
Joel MacManus presents a simple guide to help you point the finger.
Paul Gibbs' dog Molly sustained "horrific injuries".
The Christchurch City Council has voted to consider a bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games.
The by-election was sparked by the resignation of now Hamilton East MP Ryan Hamilton.
What's up in the Waikato — short and sweet.
Fiery language was in response to increased aggression directed at council staff.
'Urban sprawl' on shrinking sections a factor in noise complaints: planning researcher
The public is encouraged to report incidents of vandalised signs.
Clark was originally scheduled to have a quadruple bypass but that proved unnecessary.
The left-leaning mayor reveals how she plans to work with a National Government.
After vowing to give up alcohol, the mayor is focused on a lifestyle reset.
Invercargill Mayor in ICU following double bypass heart surgery.
There has been an abject lack of long-term planning for decades.
All Hawke’s Bay councils are expected to set high rates increases in coming years.
The council says the updated maps are valid and more accurate.
A property manager believed the leak was fixed, but a $14k proved that wrong.
Water is deemed safe but some locals have linked it to them getting sick.
'People will walk around thinking this is great. They will be proud of this.'
Officers are patrolling after hawkers selling food and gadgets refused to leave.
The men have been charged with corrupt use of official information.
Richard Leggat takes over as board chairman with a call to fix Auckland transport.
The bridge has been open since July, under temporary speed restrictions.
Rangitīkei District Council has approved a $19m new build to replace the old building.
Bishop says the old RMA is not ideal, new laws not likely until 2026.
It’s taken three years, seven complaints, 48 patch-up jobs and an apology to happen.