Grab the wet weather gear as rain is on its way, and high winds are set to hit.

Kayaker Nathan Pettigrew has compiled a "best of" video of weird, wonderful sea life.

A new study says international students are an "untapped opportunity" for NZ regions.

Road still closed because of hazardous materials in tricky location for recovery.

A 13-year-old girl who had been missing for nearly a month has returned home.

Kiwi bodyworker explains how this yoga is key to unleashing erotic energy without touch.

Police have serious concerns for Tamia Apaapa, 13, who has been missing since March 27.

Person killed in crash which has shut down a main highway between Tauranga and Rotorua.

Firefighters are heading to the house on Kairua Rd, after receiving multiple calls.

The man was hunting in a forest near Lake Tarawera when he fell off a ute.

Police are investigating reports of a laser targeting a plane in Tauranga overnight.

A $30 million investment in kiwifruit has been announced for Bay of Plenty Maori.

Former Finance Minister visits Bay to sort out terms of reference and makeup of panel.

Hamilton and Tauranga the most popular locations for lawyers heading south from Auckland

Police have confirmed a body has been found off the Tauranga coast.

The Temporary Accommodation Service has been activated to help flood victims.

Parents of a girl trapped on a dangerous cliff face have been reunited with their girl.

The weather is looking calmer at last as New Zealanders head back to work after Easter

63 minis have hit the road to raise money for charity. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

63 classic mini's are traveling the length of the country to raise money for KidsCan. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

A popular local book sale opened this Easter weekend. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

A popular local book sale opened this Easter weekend, with crowds jostling for collector's items. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Police hunting Tauranga gas station robbers

Man got shock of his life when a tree hit his caravan, but he didn't lose sleep over it.

Severely injured man opens up on personal struggles after crash caused by impaired driver.

'We cracked them open, and they were fresh as.'

Cyclone Cook has been one gnarly Easter egg for surfers, offering nine-foot waves today.

Aucklanders were left wondering if the big storm was a fizzer but others felt its force.

White Island saw wind gusts of 200km/h during Cyclone Cook.

The worst is over for most of Bay of Plenty region.