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Rotorua police on high alert as gangs swarm to teen’s tangi after fatal pursuit
The community was fearful of what could happen at the teen’s tangi.
Man hospitalised following fight overnight, three men due to appear in court
Two men are due in Whangārei District Court tomorrow.
Rotorua bus crash passengers were Tongan seasonal workers who had just arrived in NZ
Thirteen of the workers were hospitalised after the bus rolled, Immigration NZ said.
'World leader': Rocket Lab to celebrate 50th rocket launch from Mahia
'It’s a neat atmosphere with all the people sitting in the sand dunes waiting for launch.'
Fireworks that bring 'so much joy' to Northland another great success
Audible ‘oohs’ and ‘aahs’ filled the stadium.
Tairua fisherman slams Hauraki Gulf marine legislation
The bill was supported by Coromandel MP Scott Simpson.
'Serious injuries': Bus rolls south of Rotorua
Emergency services are attending a serious crash south of Rotorua.
The weekend of golf that’s lasted 50 years and counting
A 1974 fun lads' golf trip is now an annual tradition titled the 'Okareka Classic'.
Gamechanger: New HB clinic to improve access to cancer diagnosis and treatment
'This clinic marks a transformative moment for the Hawke’s Bay region.'
Waikato motorbike racer hangs up his leathers - for real this time
He vowed to retire from racing a few times. A recent crash made it real.
Watch: Increasingly loud highway bridge becoming 'unnerving' to cross, truckie says
New decking is to blame for the 'increased noise'.
Vege tips: Asparagus - to plant, or not to plant
OPINION: 'I buy asparagus from the local radiator shop but here's how you can grow it'.
Think you’re not flexible enough to take up yoga? This 74yo will prove you wrong
Bill Hale is showing everyone it's never too late to start something new.
Noxious weed? The gorse discourse of the 1940s
Kem Ormond takes a look at the world of farming back in the day.
Knockout ambition: Champion teen boxer eyes Olympics
Motekiai commutes from Te Puna to Rotorua to train.
Child killed on driveway in Palmerston North
'Tragically the child was unresponsive when they arrived at the hospital'.
Inmates claim prison gang assault was 'utu', sentences should be reduced under Māori lore
Seven Black Power members attacked a Nomad inmate after 'an unwanted sexual advance'.
'Blows us away': Teen positive despite cancer ordeal
Fashion show to fund Te Puke teen’s cancer fight.
'Serious misconduct': School board sacks teacher, then resigns amid threats
Parent representatives say they have been threatened and accused of racism.
Watch: All Blacks legend Zinzan Brooke leads impromptu haka in British pub with 'four Kiwi guys'
The legendary No 8 was not afraid to show off the haka.
'Kick them out': Aussie landlord sends his kids to NZ to evict tenants
The tenants felt they “had no rights and no choice” other than to leave that day.
Dashcam footage sought after Hamilton van driver grabs girl's arm
Police appeal for information after victim left shaken by incident.
'My Nara Smith': The TikToker sharing Māori kai with the world
'I think Māori culture is spreading all over the world.'
More women and girls playing rugby in NZ than ever before
A record 33,757 women and girls play rugby, a 15% increase this season in NZ.
SPCA: The pets waiting longest for a home
“We know their personalities and likes and dislikes."
'Invaluable': Six-week Māori business programme launches in Rotorua
Sixteen aspiring entrepreneurs have been welcomed into the inaugural cohort.
Suspicious fire engulfs Parkvale garage
Firefighters have contained a suspicious Parkvale garage fire, no injuries are reported.
Freemasons open the doors to Scinde Lodge: 'We don’t control the world – look at us'
A 300-year-old not-so-secret society is utilising modern tech to bring in younger members.
Myeloma warrior woman: Hamiltonian's brave fight against incurable cancer
The 60yo showed no cancer signs until an unrelated netball injury landed her in hospital.
Generational investing - how age shapes financial strategy: Nick Stewart
OPINION: 'The instinct to focus on tangible assets remains embedded in our culture.'
Artists celebrate community in Maia Keane's 'too much you fullas' exhibition
Showcasing diverse artworks from those who are connected to Keane.
'You're hurting your own': Visitor says proposed freedom camping rules could curb tourism
Freedom camper slams proposed changes for Napier.
John Jenkins: Jockey triumphs after life-threatening adversity
OPINION: It may have been just a minor race, but to Mudhoo, it meant the world.