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Hail, lightning pummels Wellington
A violent hail and thunder storm has caused two car crashes and left the ground "white like snow" in Wellington. Police have said the storm after 1:30pm had been the catalyst for two crashes...
Whangamata: Eat, surf and indulge
It may be renowned for its waves, but Whangamata has other temptations.
The Lost Spring Thermal Pools and Day Spa, Whitianga
Featuring four mineral-rich hot pools, a day spa, a restaurant and a relaxation lounge, The Lost Spring is a great place for a getaway any time of year.
Whitianga: Soaking away winter blues
A Whitianga thermal spa is an instant de-stresser, writes Dionne Christian.
Summer relief in sight on Kopu Bridge
Holidaymakers can expect a faster run to the Coromandel Peninsula before the end of summer.
Ford Fiesta LX: Penny-pincher a great performer
Turning up at a motoring event in the tiny diesel, I was met with the type of reception you'd expect wearing a skirt into Alasdair Thompson's office.
Gary Taylor: Stakeholders want a future for their shared waterway
The Hauraki Gulf needs a proper plan.
Shelley Bridgeman: Dog owners shirking their responsibilities
New Zealanders experienced almost 10,000 dog-related injuries last year, yet it seems only a fraction of these are reported...
Charges over police station fire
Two men have been arrested and charged in connection with a fire at the Coromandel Police Station over Easter.