'Very sorry': Emotions high as rural residents fight to save 'heirloom' halls
'I beg for you not to condemn our building.'
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Electronics store closed after early-morning burglary
The burglary was reported about 2am.
One critically injured as crash closes road near Putaruru
Two vehicles crash in Arapuni.
Truck and car crash at Lichfield on SH1
One person is reported to have moderate injuries, the truck is partly blocking the road.
Woman turns up to petrol station with serious propane burns
The woman was airlifted to hospital.
Police warning after paddleboarder rescued on Lake Taupō
'At the least, the bare minimum you need to do is wear a lifejacket on the water.'
Leaked report: Problematic heart services at Waikato Hospital linked to avoidable deaths
Report finds "wide recognition of avoidable preoperative mortality".
Clam spread in the spotlight as thousands descend on Lake Karāpiro
Waka ama paddlers and gold clams go head-to-head.
Hot El Nino summer causing more algal blooms in NZ's rivers, lakes
Swimmers are urged to be on the lookout for potentially toxic algal blooms this summer.
SH1 cleared after logging truck rolls in Taupō
The road was blocked for a couple of hours after the accident.
Road worker critically injured after being hit by car driven 'at speed'
Man charged after worker struck, nearby staff assaulted and threatened.
14-year-old $10k richer after acing Taupō Hole in One Challenge
'We decided to go to the Hole in One for fun, but I didn’t think I’d win.'
New Rotorua council chief executive announced
It comes four months after the previous leader's resignation.
'Shattered': Friends mourn woman and mother-in-law killed in Taupō crash
There has been an outpouring of grief after the pair died in a road smash.
'Many broken hearts': Mother and daughter-in-law die in crash
The pair were killed in a two-vehicle crash on Broadlands Rd on January 5.
'Laughing stock': State highway potholes under fire
One motorist slammed the quality of some roads as being 'patches on patches'.
Two dead after crash near Taupō; separate collision blocks SH2
Traffic management is being put in place at the site of the double-fatal crash.
'Not great, unless you like rain': Severe thunderstorm waning for Canterbury
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for the centre of the North Island.
Tokoroa player wins $300,000 in Saturday's Lotto draw
The winning ticket was sold at Four Square Balmoral in Tokoroa.
Serious injuries in Tokoroa crash
The crash was reported on Strathmore Drive about 6.45am.
Paeroa hunter fatally shot in remote ranges, police investigating
The incident happened early on Friday.
Police officer's actions 'unjustified' in arrest after crash
Officers attended the accident on the outskirts of Taupō in 2020.
DNA testing reveals house fire victim identity, homicide investigation launched
The home was extensively damaged and a body was later found.
Investigation launched after 13 firefighting crews called to overnight blaze in Tokoroa
Firefighters remain at the scene today.
Iwi collective has plans to take over management of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts
'It was an opportunity for ngā iwi to put aside boundaries.'
'Inherent risks': Glider tragedy inquiry's findings released
The Transport Accident Investigation Commission has made two recommendations.
Dashcam footage wanted after fatal SH1 crash
One person died and several others were injured in the crash.
SH1 crash: One dead, multiple injured after car and truck collide, four helicopters sent
One person was trapped in a light truck and another in a car.
Cooper puts Gasgas top of NZ podium on first attempt
Experienced rider snatches top spot from young rising stars at motocross event.
Lake closure could spark fiery debate on access
OPINION: Fish & Game CEO believes closure raises big questions on response to clam threat.
Election candidates in minor squabble on Facebook
Te Pāti Māori co-leader and Act Hamilton West candidate trade barbs online