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DairyNZ highlights science for future-fit farming

DairyNZ is back at Fieldays, featuring the 'industry-good” organisation's science and expertise, plus interactive displays. 'This year, we're all about... Read More

Two-vehicle crash on Tauranga Eastern Link

Emergency services are responding to the scene of a crash on State Highway 2, Tauranga Eastern Link, near Pāpāmoa. Police said a two-vehicle crash was reported... Read More

Blueberry waste turned into sustainable packaging

A collaboration between Scion and Rotorua's Mamaku Blue winery could see consumers enjoying their blueberries in sustainable trays. The partnership is developing... Read More

Crash on State Highway 2 causes traffic delays

Traffic is backing up along State Highway 2 after a crash reported to police at 2.10pm. "The vehicle rolled near the Te Puna Stream bridge," said a police... Read More

Nationwide emergency alert test this Sunday

The nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is this Sunday, May 25. From 6pm-7pm, the alert will be broadcast from cell towers to more than 5.5... Read More

Cost of failed harbour project not yet known

Neither Whakatāne District Council, central Government or the Te Rāhui Herenga Waka board can put a figure on how much money has been lost to the failed Whakatāne... Read More

Man's jail sentence quashed due to unsent letter

The High Court has quashed a jail sentence for reckless driving causing death, with a judgment saying the 'unusual” move is linked to an 'administrative... Read More

Tauranga rally urges city council to cut rates

About 250 people attended a rally at Tauranga's Memorial Park urging the city council to reduce rates. Act list MP Cameron Luxton spoke to the crowd before... Read More

Man accused of raping another man's fiancé

Warning: This story deals with allegations of sexual assault and may be distressing. 'It's not what it looks like.” Those were the words... Read More

Healing and life lessons from horses

Equine-assisted therapist Sue Court didn't have horses as a child, but admits her friend choices may have been a little biased towards horse owners and managing... Read More

Safety: Trees removed to improve train visibility

KiwiRail and the Matamata-Piako District Council are removing some trees and trimming the remaining ones along the rail line adjacent to State Highway 27 in... Read More

Cashless: Tauranga Council ends cash payments

Tauranga City Council no longer accepts cash as a form of payment. The council made the decision to go cashless due to 'high costs that accompany the management... Read More