Fire and Emergency New Zealand is considering cutting jobs and “stopping or slowing” activities as it seeks to save $50 million a year. It says the jobs of frontline firefighters are not at risk, but ...

The Labour Party and several community groups are accusing the Government of considering what amounts to an effective ban on homelessness. A proposal for something like a move-on order – the ability ...

No one won the $36 million Lotto Powerball jackpot, meaning it will roll over to a massive $40m this Saturday - the largest prize in over a year. In August 2024, an Auckland family secured a $44.67m ...

Warmer temperatures are expected for the rest of the week as a high-pressure system persists over parts of the country. Most areas will be warmer than average for November, with some notable standouts ...

Maritime NZ has launched a bold new safety initiative with creative agency Federation, deploying a cheeky “spokes-buoy” in harbours and bays across New Zealand to tackle the h ...

Tauranga City Council’s 2024–25 Annual Report highlights a year of transition, investment and cost-cutting, following the city’s return to democratic governance. The report covers activity from July 1 ...

The Tauranga City Council is preparing Waikorire/Pilot Bay for the busy summer season by replenishing the sand and seawall this month. The essential maintenance works are scheduled from Monday, ...

A crash overnight has closed State Highway 2 near Paeora. NZ Transport Agency said SH2 Karangahake was closed between SH26 and Rahu Rd. The detour is through Matamata. Police have ...

Two people have died following a crash on State Highway 2 at Karangahake. Police were called to the crash between Jackson Rd and Rahu Rd about 11.40pm. “A car collided with a power pole and tragically ...

Fire crews are battling a large 1-2 hectare blaze in difficult Bay of Plenty terrain. Fire and Emergency shift manager Ryan Green said crews responded to reports of a vegetation f ...

With the 2026 New Zealand Midget Car Championship fast approaching, the country’s top drivers will ignite the track at Baypark Speedway when the venue hosts its second race nigh ...

In her own words, Eru’s mother Sonya Oakes shares insights into his life, the many lives he touched and the legacy he leaves behind. Eru was more than a son – he was the light of our lives. A loyal ...