City Life

Long Covid: Who are the most vulnerable?

Teachers are most vulnerable to Long Covid, which can still affect people four years after catching the virus, a new study shows. University of Otago associate... Read More

No need for speed: Police issue warning

Excessive speeds are front of mind for Police ahead of this long weekend as a person will face the Court for their alleged role in putting the community at risk. Police... Read More

Hawkes Bay police: Person located deceased in car

Hawke's Bay Police are continuing to investigate after the discovery of a vehicle on fire in Hastings last night. "Tragically, Police have located a person... Read More

Gisborne Homicide: upgraded charge

The 25-year-old man arrested yesterday in relation to Operation Middlepark, has today had his charge upgraded to wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily... Read More

Seriously injured person airlifted to hospital

Emergency services are responding to a serious crash on Hamurana Road, near Tauranga Direct Road. This was reported to Police at 3pm. "One person is reported... Read More

Person charged in Hamilton homicide investigation

A 45-year-old woman has been charged with murder after a man died at a Rototuna Residential address early hours this morning, says detective senior sergeant... Read More

Hunters urged to keep everyone safe this Roar

With the Easter break coinciding with the early part of the Roar hunting season, there will likely be big numbers of hunters taking to the bush this long weekend. Recreational... Read More

Shoppers' pain: Fruit and vege prices drop

Supermarket shoppers are still holding out for savings on fruit and vegetables, after the announcement that prices have fallen. Woolworths New Zealand says... Read More

On-demand bus service trial in Tauranga

A new public transport system trial is underway in Tauranga. The new Baybus OnDemand service, launched by the Bay of Plenty Regional Council, is set to run... Read More

Putting the freeze on unsafe bathroom heaters

Retailers are voluntarily recalling unsafe wall-mounted bathroom heaters. 'The Serene S2068 heaters which were manufactured in March 2021 have a manufacturing... Read More

One month to go for Tauranga's cruise ship season

Cruise ship season for the Bay of Plenty is due to finish in less than a month, with another four cruise ships arriving, before a visit by Majestic Princess... Read More

Impact of NZ-EU FTA Zepri and Kiwifruit industry

The fast-tracked implementation of New Zealand's Free Trade Agreement with the European Union is a significant boost for Zespri and the kiwifruit industry. The... Read More