City Life

Items people tried to smuggle into BOP courts

A toy gun, live ammunition, methamphetamine, knuckle dusters, nunchaku, three bags of cannabis and a small set of scales are just some of the things people going... Read More

Port of Tauranga’s generous foodbank donation

A record-breaking $262,060.39 worth of food and cash donations has been raised for the Tauranga Community Foodbank in this year's Bay of Plenty Times Christmas... Read More

Is your holiday destination hiding a health risk?

As kiwi families head for holiday homes and camping grounds this summer, Water New Zealand is urging people to make sure there are no hidden health risks lurking... Read More

BOP MP said councils to get back to basics

'This week the Government agreed to reforms that refocus our local councils on delivering essential services and core infrastructure, spending responsibly and... Read More

Your summer go-to guide for the Western Bay

Planning to bury your nose in a good book this summer? Or is lounging on the beach more your thing? Perhaps you have some adventures planned with your pooch? Whether... Read More

Summer activity on State Highway 2

As people wind down for the year, cities empty out and the beaches fill up, NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) encourages people to plan ahead for safe summer... Read More

‘Make It Click' Remix drops for Summer festivals

As summer festivals approach, McDonald's and Kiwi DJ Jess Rhodes are remixing road safety with a modern take on the classic Kiwi anthem ‘Make It Click'. Originally... Read More

‘Horrendous’ stink after offal spill on SH3

The Waikato has been hit by a 'horrendous” stench today after a giant offal spill on a state highway near Waitomo. Police told the Herald they had received... Read More

Tips for combating holiday loneliness

Christmas time can be particularly difficult for some, especially those feeling isolated. Mental Health Foundation chief executive Shaun Robinson said some... Read More

Baskets of community spirit

The Christmas spirit is strong in one particular street in Bethlehem. Neighbours on Glenpark Cres have rallied to put together hampers of holiday goodies... Read More

Periods could be costing economy $4b a year

Painful cramps and other period symptoms could be costing the economy more than $4 billion a year, a health economics professor estimates. That is based on... Read More

NZTA is routing for a safe and happy summer

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is sprinkling some magic to ensure steady, smoother journeys for people travelling on a key holiday routes around the... Read More