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Mobility parking: ‘Change will happen’

Increased fines for misuse of mobility carparks are that much closer thanks to one determined Tauranga resident. In February 2022, Claire Dale presented a petition... Read More

Fears sick people will 'soldier on'

A leading epidemiologist is worried the return of pseudoephedrine to pharmacy shelves this winter could lead to a return of a culture of people "soldiering on"... Read More

Tauranga's July elections first time in four years

It has been four years since Tauranga had a council but the city will finally have local elections again in July. Then-local government minister Nanaia Mahuta... Read More

Mainly fine during first week of school holidays

The first week of the school holidays looks to have fairly fine weather for the week ahead with some cloudy days, and a few showers expected later in the week.... Read More

Fatal crash in Raglan

Update, 7.35pm: Police can now confirm one person has died in a crash on Ohautira Road in Raglan this afternoon. The crash, between a car and motorcycle,... Read More

11 athletes meet Olympic and Paralympic times

Swimming New Zealand is celebrating an incredibly successful Apollo Projects New Zealand Swimming Championships which has seen seven athletes swim individual... Read More

Officer injured trying to stop fleeing driver

An 18-year-old has been arrested and an officer treated for injuries after a serious incident in Waikato overnight. At 9.35pm on Norton Road on Saturday night,... Read More

Poppy Day is nearly here!

The Royal New Zealand Returned and Services' Association's main fundraiser is on its way - so don't forget to give generously! Poppy Day this year is on Friday,... Read More

30 years of PlunketLine

PlunketLine is celebrating a significant milestone today, as the much-loved free-to-call telehealth service turns 30 years old. Day, night, and in the wee... Read More

Early battle lines drawn at NZ club champs

Impressive surfing and excellent waves have given New Zealand's top boardrider clubs the perfect platform to open the 2024 Hurley New Zealand Club Championships... Read More

Women's championship contenders appearing

Only one round has been completed but already, three teams have given indications they're going to be among the contenders in this year's Lotto NRFL Women's... Read More

Praying for the kiwifruit harvest

Inspired by folk in a Waikato town, praying for the industry that provides much of their livelihood, has seen prayers for the kiwifruit season rise from the Western... Read More