City Life

Poihipi Road, Taupō closed following crash

Poihipi Road, Taupō is closed at the intersection with Kaahu Road following a serious crash, said a police spokesperson. "Police were called to the two-vehicle... Read More

Baypark Speedway: Bays of Thunder on this Saturday

The heavy metal division of dirt track racing is the headline attraction for the Bays of Thunder meeting at Baypark Speedway on Saturday evening. A championship... Read More

Multi-vehicle crash on Te Puke Highway

Emergency services have responded to a multi-vehicle collision on Te Puke Highway, said a police spokesperson. The crash was reported to emergency services... Read More

Police appeal for information on Hamilton robbery

Police are appealing for information following an aggravated robbery at a commercial premises in Hamilton. Just after 12.30pm on Wednesday 20 November, Police... Read More

7m sculpture unveiled in central Tauranga

A new sculpture in Tauranga, inspired by Māori imagery and a connection to mana whenua, is a way for Māori to see themselves, the artist says. Peata Larkin's... Read More

Don’t fall for Black Friday FOMO

As Black Friday marketing efforts ramp up, Consumer NZ warns shoppers to be on high alert and not assume that every special is special. 'When Christmas is... Read More

Speeding driver charged following traffic stop

A Tauranga woman is facing enforcement action after she was clocked driving 30 km over the speed limit as schools were finishing for the day. Around 2.50pm,... Read More

Tauranga launches access map for inclusivity

A new Tauranga City Council digital map that highlights hundreds of accessible locations is already being described as 'a total win” for local disabled... Read More

NZDF recognises extra-yard efforts of soldier

A New Zealand Army soldier who helped train a cohort of recruits to the stage where they were themselves able to train Ukrainians in the United Kingdom has been... Read More

Learner driver feels 'terrible' for airborne crash

A 13-year-old boy spent a month in hospital after a speeding car he was a passenger in became airborne and flew over a roundabout before crashing to the... Read More

What is New Zealand’s best gourmet pie?

A mouth-watering passion project from photographer Derek Morrison lifts the lid on some of Aotearoa's most luxurious pastries. It all started around a... Read More

Homelessness a wider conversation

Kawerau Mayor Faylene Tunui says a lack of housing was not something that could be put to bed by the district council in its Freedom Camping Bylaw. Tunui... Read More