Technology

Haier washing machines recalled

A voluntary recall has been issued on two models of Haier top load washing machine due to a wiring fault which could be a potential fire risk. The affected machines... Read More

Funding boost for Bay organisations

A trio of Bay of Plenty organisations have been handed government funding to help engage young people in science and technology. Tauranga's House of Science and... Read More

Everyday danger for kids

A staggering 80 per cent of Kiwi kids believe they are at risk of abuse or mistreatment online - one of the highest proportions in the developed world. The alarming... Read More

Graeme's eye for a story

You may not know the name, but chances are you'll recognise some of his work - and that's exactly how Bay of Plenty photographer Graeme Murray likes it. He's photographed... Read More

RBI boosts rural health services

All of New Zealand's 39 rural public hospitals and integrated family health centres are now able to access to high-speed broadband. Rolled out under the Government's... Read More

Credit card fraud warning

With Christmas just around the corner, now is a good time to be aware of fraud and the simple steps required to protect your personal information - especially when... Read More

Tablet theft prompts warning

Police are urging everyone who owns an electronic device to check their security settings after an Australian tourist had his bank account emptied when thieves stole... Read More

Phone scammers on the prowl

Spark customers are being warned that phone scammers posing as telco staff are once again on the prowl. Fraudsters are reportedly telling people their services will... Read More

Christmas spirit begins online

We're not even in mid-November, but Christmas spirit is alive and well on social media as Twitter's @nzsecretsanta initiative opens for registration today. In 2010,... Read More

iPad Pro on sale in NZ this week

Apple have announced they will accept online orders for the iPad Pro on Thursday (NZ time), and that the tablet should show up in stores by the end of the week. The... Read More

Western Bay green light for drones

Parks in the Western Bay of Plenty have been cleared for drone flying by the district council, in a move in response to requests from the drone flying public. Under... Read More

New speed system trialled on Kaimais

New Zealand's first weather-activated road signs with adjustable speed limits will go live on State Highway 29 over the Kaimai Range next week. The 22 variable signs,... Read More