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Crucial tsunami preparedness in Tauranga

Living by the coast means that we should always be prepared for a tsunami. 'The best ways to be prepared for a tsunami are to know your local tsunami evacuation... Read More

Tips for walking your dog this summer

It's January, the sun is out, and dogs and their owners everywhere are enjoying relaxed time together in the great outdoors. With January being ‘Walk... Read More

Senior legends carving waves at national champs

It is lucky number forty for John Gisby from Gisborne who has claimed the Over 70 Men's Division over his counterparts at the 2024 National Surfing Championships... Read More

Treatment of youth in NZ prisons under spotlight

A prison watchdog is investigating how young people are treated in custody. The Office of the Inspectorate is examining the conditions and experiences of... Read More

Speed shearing to take over Te Puna

Speed Shear they say, yes Shearing Sheep quickly and this is how it all begun at the Te Puna Rugby club in January 1999. Now 25 years later, it is still running... Read More

Road toll: 10 dead in first nine days of 2024

Nine days into the new year and 10 people have already died on the roads. That figure sits alongside the 21 people who died in road accidents during the Christmas-New... Read More

Busy weekend for lifeguards

It was a busy day for lifeguards at beaches all around the country on Sunday, with nine swimmers at Auckland's Bethells Beach needing to be treated for blue... Read More

Helping others in the Tauranga community

Imagine seeing someone suffering, and rather than continuing with your day, deciding to do what you can to help. Liz Kite did that 10 years ago when she noticed... Read More

Sweltering temperatures to grip NZ

Warm, sunny weather is on the cards for most of New Zealand under a broad ridge of high pressure, making that return to the office after the festivities a little... Read More

Fresh water algae blooms, what you should know

During the warmer seasons, freshwater areas can break out in toxic algae, viruses and bacteria. Te Whatu Ora, medical officer of health, Dr Phil Shoemack... Read More

Red Sea situation highlights need for NZ shipping

The Maritime Union says the conflict in the Red Sea highlights the need to build up New Zealand crewed and flagged shipping to overcome supply chain disruptions. Yemen-based... Read More

Seven tips for small business success

Launching a successful business is exhilarating but far from easy. However, in the land of duct tape, number 8 wire and Sir Ed, good old Kiwi ingenuity... Read More