Coromandel & Hauraki news
'Very worried': Police search harbour area for man missing since Anzac Day
He left an address on Tobie Place around 11.15pm on Anzac Day.
The NZ beach named among the world's 50 best for 2025
Three Australian beaches made the list this year but the Coromandel spot is NZ's only one.
Fishermen rescue man from boat fire off Coromandel coast
Black smoke from the fire was visible from Cooks Beach.
Boat on fire off Coromandel coast
Emergency services respond to vessel fire off Coromandel coast; one person rescued.
SH35 on East Cape partially closed as Cyclone Tam continues to lash NZ
A potential low-system is set to form on the northeast coast of New Zealand.
Coromandel towns isolated by flooding, more heavy rain forecast as storm rages on
Roads have been submerged, roofs ripped from buildings and ferries and flights cancelled.
'Prepare now': Cyclone Tam brings 130km/h gust, winds forecast to ramp up overnight
Forecasters warn of 120km/h gusts that may close the Auckland Harbour Bridge.
'Strongest since 2017': New Tropical Cyclone Tam warning for strong winds, giant swells
Tam is moving at 35km/h south towards New Zealand.
Waikato news
'Blood, sweat, and tears': Hamilton fashion label turns 25
A rebrand and a change of hands later, NES is going strong and ready for new chapter.
'Significant milestone': Kākāpō boom in Waikato
It's been the first time in more than a century that the sound has been heard in Waikato.
Body found at Whangamatā Beach believed to be missing man
Police believe the body on the beach is Jarrod Kingi, missing since April 25.
Rural news
Pies, please: Why New Zealand can’t get enough of them
From service station classics to gourmet numbers, why do we love the humble pie?
Homes evacuated in Christchurch due to slips, Wellington wind warning downgraded
Severe winds lashed the capital, torrential rain sparked widespread flooding in the south.
The Country: How Indonesian schools could help NZ's dairy sector
Jane Smith, Michael Harvey, Jeremy Rookes, Chris Russell, and Rowena Duncum.
Max Key’s epic villa reno for sale: ‘Mum and I designed the whole thing’
Property developer enlisted the help of Lady Bronagh on Point Chev project.
Real estate winners and losers: How much money has your house made in the last three months?
Latest OneRoof House Price Report highlights challenges in the housing market.
More local news
Honouring heroes: Search for B Company photos for museum exhibition
It comes as the B Company, 28th NZ (Māori) Battalion History Trust will be reviewed.
Warnings upgraded: 140km/h gales, torrential downpours to lash upper North Island for 41hrs
Thunderstorms, 180mm of rain from tonight in upper NI, tree and powerline damage likely.
Motorcyclist dies in Waihī crash, road reopens
Emergency services were called to a crash at Rosemont Rd and Consols St.
Critical injuries: SH2 reopens after crash in Karangahake Gorge
Motorists have been warned to expect delays until congestion has cleared.
Why a Canadian gold mining company wants to invest $1b in Waihī
Is its investment dependent on fast-track approval?
‘Expect delays’: Major highway closed after serious crash
SH2 near Mangatāwhiri is closed in both directions, causing significant delays.