City Life

Fighting loneliness with calls from strangers

The summer holiday season can be one of the loneliest times of the year for some people. But support is just a phone call away. St John's Caring Callers... Read More

Food safety for this summer

New Zealand Food Safety is sharing some simple food safety tips for Kiwis to follow as they enjoy good food with whānau and friends over summer. "We know... Read More

Search for NZ's best beach launched

As the saying goes, 'New Year, New ... Best Beach?” It's time again for the Herald readers to crown New Zealand's Best Beach, an annual search for... Read More

Fireworks, fights and family fun

Tauranga rang in 2025 with fireworks, fights, family fun, booze ban breaches and almost 4500 breath tests, authorities say. A police spokesperson said 12 people... Read More

What Tauranga leaders want for the city in 2025

Happy New Year, everyone! To mark the beginning of 2025, Aleyna Martinez asks some Tauranga leaders what they want to see for the city this year. Some responses... Read More

Experts debunk common myths about alcohol

Alcohol doesn't come with an instruction manual, so our guidance usually comes from things we've learnt from family, friends or experiences. To make things... Read More

Picking up poo to work with penguins

The word council brings to mind mayors and councillors however, there are many more faces behind the scenes of our councils doing amazing mahi. Local Democracy... Read More

Life after being hit by a car in a restaurant

When Rotorua's Sian Habgood has a rare opportunity to go out for a meal with her husband, she carefully picks where they sit. Tables by windows are out... Read More

Travellers reflect on life in the BoP

Four international travellers chose Aotearoa to work and live for one year. The Bay of Plenty Times talks to three European graduates and a surfboard shaper... Read More

Hiker rescued from Wairere Falls

Police are reminding outdoor enthusiasts how to keep safe when out hiking the trails this summer, following a rescue at Wairere Falls near Matamata. A hiker... Read More

Lithium-ion battery fires double in four years

Fire and Emergency are warning people to be mindful of the products they purchase over the summer period with lithium batteries after the number of fires has... Read More

Behavioural cues that could save your dog’s life

Whether you're a new pet parent or an experienced dog guardian, training your dog is essential. Mastering these three key behaviours can be invaluable... Read More