Update, 4.20pm: The vegetation fire reported in the Whakamārama area near Te Puna Stream is now contained, said a Fire and ...

On 6 January 2025, Barbara passed away peacefully at Cedar Manor, Tauranga. Dearly loved wife of Jack (dec’d) and treasured mother and mother-in-law of Kim and Jono; Hayley and Clay; Duane and Julie; ...

Unexpected fresh produce prices ...

The Government has introduced a new, standardised, science-based method for measuring farm-level greenhouse gas emissions, aiming to enhance transparency and reduce complexity in the agriculture ...

A previously unknown section of heritage tiles has been uncovered during Rotorua Museum restoration works. The black and ...

Customs have arrested three drug couriers at Auckland Airport, seizing methamphetamine with a combined street value of more ...

Passed away on the 30 December 2024. Devoted husband to Lynn. Loving father to Jay and Nathan and his daughters-in-law Nicola and Lisa. Proud Poppa to Victor and Cara. Forever in our hearts. A service ...

Update. 3.30pm: State Highway 2 traffic near the Te Puna Stream Bridge is reduced to one lane, due to a large scrub fire ...

Backing on to the Mauao Historic Reserve, Mount Beachside Holiday Park boasts one of the best holiday locations in the ...

On 2 January 2025, Beryl passed away peacefully, aged 81. She will be deeply missed by Barry, Leanne, Kaywyn, Wendy and their families, her friends and all who knew and loved her. In lieu of flowers, ...

Dutch elm disease has claimed the life of a 100-year-old elm tree in the Waikato, despite the tree being vaccinated. The ...

The Bay of Plenty should expect to see some brighter and drier days this week. Flurries of snow were seen at the top of the Desert Road on Sunday, bringing a colder start to the week. MetService ...