City Life

Where are NZ's most undervalued houses?

New Zealand house prices are still down significantly from their peaks of 2021. But property market commentators say there are some areas more "undervalued"... Read More

DHL expects 12% shipment increase this peak season

DHL Express, the world's leading international express service provider, is expecting a 12% shipment increase this peak season, signalling robust international... Read More

Bus users speak on council led bus fare review

Bay of Plenty Regional Council (BOPRC) has launched a comprehensive review of fares to ensure public transport remains accessible, sustainable, and easy to use. According... Read More

Pāpāmoa bodybuilder wins world championship

Mount Maunganui College dance teacher and dean Abbey Yule has become the 2024 ICN Fitness World Champion after the ICN Natural World Games in Canberra, Australia. The... Read More

Ferret threatens native species at Waihī Beach

A large ferret measuring over half a metre in length, nicknamed ‘Goliath,' has been spotted on the prowl in the Orokawa Bay area, heightening concerns... Read More

Showers for the eastern North Island

A thundery Thursday throughout central Aotearoa New Zealand eases on Friday as MetService is forecasting showery and cool southwesterlies for much of the country... Read More

Government proposes law change on name suppression

The government is proposing a law change to stop courts permanently suppressing the names of convicted adult sex offenders, unless the victim agrees to it. A... Read More

Te Puna fire evacuees returning home tonight

Ten households evacuated in Bay of Plenty community Te Puna after a shelter belt fire broke out on Wednesday are returning home. Fire and Emergency (FENZ)... Read More

Police make first arrest under new Gangs Act laws

The Gangs Act 2024 came into force at midnight, with police making their first arrest at 12.03am. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says 'the free ride for... Read More

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