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Māori gift company launches for Christmas

A new speciality gifting company has entered the market, with its sights set on servicing the customised needs of millions of gift givers throughout Aotearoa. Every... Read More

Community event tackles family violence stigma

A White Ribbon community event on November 30 at Memorial Park in Tauranga aims to change the conversation around family violence in New Zealand. 'Planting... Read More

Bus users speak on council led bus fare review

Bay of Plenty Regional Council (BOPRC) has launched a comprehensive review of fares to ensure public transport remains accessible, sustainable, and easy to use. According... Read More

Pāpāmoa bodybuilder wins world championship

Mount Maunganui College dance teacher and dean Abbey Yule has become the 2024 ICN Fitness World Champion after the ICN Natural World Games in Canberra, Australia. The... Read More

Ferret threatens native species at Waihī Beach

A large ferret measuring over half a metre in length, nicknamed ‘Goliath,' has been spotted on the prowl in the Orokawa Bay area, heightening concerns... Read More

Showers for the eastern North Island

A thundery Thursday throughout central Aotearoa New Zealand eases on Friday as MetService is forecasting showery and cool southwesterlies for much of the country... Read More

Government reinstating livestock exports by sea

The Government is reinstating the trade of livestock exports by sea while ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare, saidAssociate Minister of Agriculture... Read More

Positive forecast for Zespri growers

Zespri has released its November forecast for the 2024/25 season with forecast returns up across almost all categories from the last forecast in August. At... Read More

Government proposes law change on name suppression

The government is proposing a law change to stop courts permanently suppressing the names of convicted adult sex offenders, unless the victim agrees to it. A... Read More

Te Puna fire evacuees returning home tonight

Ten households evacuated in Bay of Plenty community Te Puna after a shelter belt fire broke out on Wednesday are returning home. Fire and Emergency (FENZ)... Read More

Police make first arrest under new Gangs Act laws

The Gangs Act 2024 came into force at midnight, with police making their first arrest at 12.03am. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says 'the free ride for... Read More

Poihipi Road, Taupō closed following crash

Poihipi Road, Taupō is closed at the intersection with Kaahu Road following a serious crash, said a police spokesperson. "Police were called to the two-vehicle... Read More