First-home buyers had a record year last year, responsible for 26.1 per cent of all property purchases. But if you are in the market for your first home,... Read More

Powerco customers in Tauranga north may experience disruptions to their controlled hot water supply, a spokesperson said on Wednesday. 'And they may notice... Read More

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment is seeking feedback on changing the Building Code H1 Energy Efficiency requirements for insulation in homes... Read More

Power is being restored in Rotorua after thousands of people were affected by a major city-wide outage. According to lines company Unison's outages page,... Read More

Commercial builds in Tauranga remain strong despite the economic downturn, with nearly $444 million in building consents issued in 2024. Tauranga City... Read More

As the finishing touches are being put to Pukehina Surf Rescue's new building, an auction is about to take place that could mark the end of fundraising. The... Read More

Update, 1pm: There are 56 properties in Te Puke still without power following an unplanned outage at 8.54am. Powerco reported that a site investigation is... Read More

Update 4.15pm: A scrub fire in Kairua, Tauranga, has been 90 per cent suppressed, according to a Fire and Emergency spokesperson. Crews were called about... Read More

If you're thinking about fixing a mortgage, you're probably wondering what term to choose. All the major banks are offering one-year fixes of 5.79... Read More

Fire and Emergency New Zealand are urging homeowners to follow safety tips following a chimney flue fire being extinguished in Welcome Bay. Fire emergency... Read More

The future use of Rotorua's remaining two non-contracted emergency housing motels hinges on 'local demand”, as the Government exits the last of its... Read More

A person has been rescued from a house fire in Whakatāne. Fire and Emergency Northern Communications Centre shift manager Joshua Pennefather said a call... Read More