Police have since been stood down and believe there is no threat.

Police are appealing for information - 'even the smallest detail could be crucial'.

The ram raid happened at the St Andrews Service Station on Braid Road.

One of the staff members was injured after being kicked in the face.

New wharf, recreational and commercial fishing facilities form part of the proposal.

The summer jandal is to be celebrated in Tairua.

Doctors have told Paige Suisted she has 18 months to live. She is determined to live each moment to the fullest.

The incident has prompted a review of Spring Hill Corrections Facility procedure.

Benjamin Doyle became a list MP based in Hamilton after Darleen Tana was ousted.

Odours, broken handles and lids are among immediate concerns.

"One patient was assessed at the scene as being in a minor condition."

Andrew Bydder was found to have breached code of conduct but won't apologise.

The defect is common with bridges of its type right across the country.

Concrete roads are said to be 17% cheaper over their lifespan, better for the environment.

The loss of their pet has had a profound effect on the couple.

Thames has a new information centre but there are challenges ahead, its operator says.

Dave Rodger's injuries were so severe, police prepared for a homicide investigation.

Community newspaper closure proposal dampens blood donation milestone.

The station has been renovated and will be turned into a museum soon.

'Teamwork, tenacity and trust turned to gold for our whānau.'

Ngāruawāhia section of Waikato Expressway to close day and night until mid-December.

The tomo is being monitored 24/7, Thames-Coromandel District Council says.

Police are still investigating while Fenz confirmed they attended the scene two weeks ago.

Many workers chose to walk out of a meeting at Kinleith Mill this morning.

The council wants volunteers to take over the Spa Park wildlife protection project.

Waihī Recreation Hub development closer to reality.

Meeting scheduled for this morning as changes proposed at Tokoroa site.

Family say there are two people who may have information but are yet to be located.

'We lost four days of work since we started work in this area, all because of rain.'

The Cathedral Cove access track is closed for repairs because of cyclone damage.