Whānau of the man who died in a water-related incident off the coast of Ōmaio in Bay of Plenty have thanked members of local iwi Te Whānau a Apanui for their... Read More

A Tauranga man has been missing more than two weeks and police have issued a fresh appeal for help to find him. Police said Jarrad Ormsby, aged 45, was reported... Read More

Police are pleased that there have been far fewer road deaths for this year's holiday period compared to last year. The holiday period road toll provisionally... Read More

New Year's Day saw 16 people rescued as thousands kicked off the year on our beaches. That is in line with 16 rescues last year and up from eight on 1 January... Read More

Noel Graham Harris had an incredible career as a jockey, winning most major New Zealand races and representing his country around the world. Yet, after... Read More

Swimmers at Ōmanu Beach were ordered out after a 2m shark was spotted nearby. Safeswim issued a safety warning around 3.30pm advising against swimming due... Read More

WARNING: Graphic content. A vehicle driven by a member of the public struck a police vehicle at a gathering in the Buxton Square Carpark in Nelson, about... Read More

Most boys Te Waarakihi Felise Hooper's age want toys, games and lollies for their birthdays - but the Rotorua boy is likely to be happy with just one thing when... Read More

A new footcare assistant qualification launching in 2025 aims to address podiatry shortages and improve diabetes care, particularly in underserved rural and... Read More

While many families are enjoying summer holidays, Tauranga residents are spoiled for choice with over 100 playgrounds and outdoor spaces perfect for play and... Read More

As people set their New Year resolutions for 2025, former drug-dealing gang member and now rangatahi kaiarahi (youth mentor) Kamonn Flavell-Downey, 38, shares... Read More

State Highway 2 near Snodgrass Rd will undergo a six-week overnight asphalt rebuild starting January 12 to improve safety and reduce disruptions. The works,... Read More