Tauranga father Aaron de Ridder had 'nowhere to call home” after being released from prison. His mother, who he planned to stay with, had died and... Read More

Sneakers securely fastened. Hair tied back. Stretches completed. Let's go. Hundreds of excited competitors were raring to go on Tuesday morning as the inaugural... Read More

There has been a two-vehicle crash on SH29A reported to Police around 9.20am. "No injuries have been reported," said the police spokesperson. "The road... Read More

When spring has sprung and the grass has riz, a lot of us will notice the pooches and kitties have got the sniz. While the rhyme might be cute, pet allergies... Read More

On a hilly property in Lower Kaimai, where deer watch as you drive in, one savvy entrepreneur has turned a passion project into valuable extra income. Sara... Read More

Fourteen New Zealand Defence Force personnel have joined a multinational contingent in Solomon Islands to dispose of dangerous explosive remnants of war under... Read More

While most are still lying in bed on a Friday morning wishing it was the weekend already, the 445 Run Club are already up and have started their day. 445... Read More

International crime groups see New Zealand as a golden nugget for their drug trade, say police. Customs and police figures released to RNZ show a spike in... Read More

A scheme that provides counselling in more than 200 primary schools makes distressed children feel better, improves behaviour, and raises attendance. An Education... Read More

This month Katikati gets a real spruce-up. Two local community groups have teamed up to lead a community-wide spring clean event and are inviting residents... Read More

If it wasn't for gymnastics - and a small miracle - Chloe Crump reckons she'd still be visiting hospital every couple of months for a chronic lung disease. Instead,... Read More

The vibrant colours, rhythmic beats and rich cultural traditions of the Pacific Islands are set to invigorate Katikati as the highly anticipated Pasifika Festival... Read More