Warning of coastal floods, severe 100km/h gales as ex-tropical cyclone Fili to hit NZ
WeatherWatch also warns of potential slips and road disruption this week.
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Pair accused of burglary spree caught hiding in stream
Top cop says operation was a great example of proactive policing.
Briscoes lady in ink! Man behind Paddy Gower tattoo strikes again
Bay of Plenty artist wanted to see her transferred from paper to skin.
Thank you to 'the DG': Bloomfield's resignation; 12,575 cases, 15 deaths
Press conference covers boosters for 16, 17 yr olds, Bloomfield's retirement announcement.
Two brothers have the same condition. But only one can get $330k 'miracle' drug
One brother says it's a 'kick in the guts' knowing he could not get the drug.
White Island survivor's touching message to her mum
Young Aussie eruption survivor pays tribute in an emotional video.
Jewellery store owner says burglary is more grief on top of hard times
Whakatāne business owner is "absolutely gutted" by break-in.
Thieves hit another jewellery store in BOP
Latest break-in comes after Rotorua store was targeted this week.
Golden wedding: 'Best day ever' - Olympic great Lisa Carrington marries
'A glimpse into the best day ever,' wrote the six-time medallist.
'Wearing his undies': Māori Party leaders' accidental live video goes viral
Auntie and Uncle had a wee moment when they tried to 'practice' going live.
One dead in Bay of Plenty crash
The road has reopened this morning following a scene examination.
'Worst since Bola' on coast - State of Emergency and more heavy rain expected
A severe weather warning is in place for Bay of Plenty, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay and Taupō.
Further disclosure required for Worksafe Whakaari hearing
A case review hearing was held yesterday.
Live: Person in 20s one of 9 Covid deaths today - 14,463 cases, 1000 people hospitalised
The person in their 20s who died was NZ's second youngest Covid-related death.
Sir Wira Gardiner leaves 'a legacy that cannot be measured'
"Not many...will ever make the kind of contribution to this country that Sir Wira did."
New charge of murder following Bay of Plenty death
Meihana Mason, 57, died in Waikato Hospital on February 15.
'We need to get out!' Holidaymakers jump for their lives as van plummets down bank
"I can't even say I was scared because it happened so fast."
Magnitude 5.1 earthquake felt in Ōpōtiki
GeoNet says the quake may have been felt in Rotorua and Tauranga as well.
Bucket list: 3-year-old's dying wishes as he battles 'relentless monster'
"The last bit of our boy's life will be spent enjoying things he's always wanted to do."
From closure to expansion: Paper mill to ramp up production
The construction phase is set to employ more than 300 people
Serious injuries: Armed police make arrest after alleged shooting
A firearm was recovered during the arrest.
New footage shows unrest in Whakaari/White Island crater
GNS Science released the footage taken over the offshore volcano on February 17.
Mother's bid to have child removed from 'anti-vax' father declined by Family Court
A 12-year-old told his parents that he didn't want to be vaccinated. His mother disagreed.
Taneatua death: Second arrest in relation to robbery and assault
Both men were remanded in custody until February 23.
Taneatua death: Arrest made but police still piecing together puzzle
Police are still seeking help to piece together a series of potentially related events.
Homicide investigation launched following BOP assault
The man had been admitted to hospital on Monday.
Cyclone Dovi: Severe weather warning as cyclone heads towards NZ
A severe weather update is in place for areas of New Zealand as the cyclone approaches.
No trial location yet determined for those charged after White Island disaster
Possible trial locations include a Whakatāne Marae and a number of convention centres.
'I'll never forget you': Hero saves drowning family
A man who had been watching some swimmers heroically saves four from drowning in a rip.
'This really cuts deep': Woman killed in double fatal crash was paraplegic after 2019 crash
Tributes are flowing following the deaths of two women in the Eastern Bay of Plenty.
'Not substantiated': Inquiry into councillor's claims of 'ageism', 'abuse'
The independent investigation cost the council $14,000.
Highway reopens after crash kills two in Bay of Plenty
The two-vehicle crash happened about 2.30pm.
Trial date set for David Kuka murder accused
Two men who deny murdering Tauranga father David Kuka are heading to trial.