Health Minister Matt Doocey announced the four-year funding increase at Waikato Hospital.

'When the world seems to be against you, flyfishing can bring you back to reality.'

Ground first broke on the $200m, 400-home Overdale Estate development in 2022.

"We can take control of our economy."

Louisa Redward, 43, wanted to thank the emergency services staff who rescued her.

Motorists were warned to expect delays.

The person has been flown to Waikato Hospital.

The project was first announced in August.

Taupō District Council estimates the December event earned $50m for New Zealand.

Strathmore Park is expected to deliver 187 homes in stages.

The mill will cease all paper production before July 2025.

Vincent, 36, died at Acacia Bay while saving his brother’s life in January.

Staff were called to an open-air meeting on the Tokoroa mill’s grounds.

The man swam through part of Lake Taupō in his attempt to evade police.

According to GeoNet the earthquakes recorded peaked at 3.4 in magnitude.

It comes as Coastguard NZ and the harbourmaster issued safety reminders to water users.

The video shows cars swerving to avoid flying timber and debris.

Emergency services were alerted to the incident at 4.50pm.

'You get a good second of flying through the air before you hit the bottom.'

One rapid response unit and one helicopter responded to the incident this afternoon.

One police officer was forced to jump out of the way.

A member of the public appears to try and slash the car's tyres to prevent escape.

A police spokesperson said the truck would take some time to remove.

'Targeted government intervention is sometimes necessary.'

“This is going to be the beginning of the end if we don’t do anything about it.”

Many workers chose to walk out of a meeting at Kinleith Mill this morning.

And how one practice is 'revitalising' its GPs' passion for the job.

Plus: Why the service needs over $460k in 2025 to continue vital work.

Full closures on SH1 Ngāruawāhia this month; expect delays and detours.

Emergency services were called to the scene about 1pm.

A detour of 23km or about 16mins will be in place.

The man is due to appear in the Taupō District Court next week.

NZTA says motorists can expect 'roadworks galore' on SH1 due to major projects.

Emergency services were called to the crash about 3.04pm.

'He was pushed beyond his tolerance.'

'Is incapacitation a nicer way of saying lethal force or killing?'

'It's not a given that the first shot will do the job.'

Local iwi has placed a rāhui over the ski area of the mountain.

The victim of Sunday night's alleged assault was Zahquiel Taipeti, 8.

Zahquiel's family paid tribute saying he could rest in his late mother's arms.

Maxine Puhi was one of two people found dead in a Tūrangi home this week.

Due to the remote location, the man was winched out by helicopter.

Bruce and Nita Wilde cheered their grandson on from their home in Tūrangi.

Two fire trucks are in attendance and the fire investigator.

Crews were 'thinking the worst' after being told of a six-car crash.

“There was a group of young guys who went in and grabbed him straight out of the car.”

There are reports of injuries.

'It’s pretty horrible seeing your child’s lips turning blue.'

DoC eradicated the local wild goat population last year and hopes to keep it that way.

Two other pedestrians and the driver have been transported to hospital.

'The horses began to travel at speed towards the highway.'

A person has died while traversing the Tongariro Crossing.

The average price of a house in Rotorua has risen to $746,000.

The charity delivers 92,000 food parcels in a year: 'That’s not a flex'.

'It was down to the final three...'

'Right now, unless you know where you’re looking it’s hard to find help.'

Eric Hogg served in the Pacific during World War II.

'We believe these break-ins have been carried out by the same group.'

'It will be full of action, full of crashes and full of big jumps.'

The man has been charged with threatening to kill a family member.

The man appeared in the Rotorua District Court facing five charges.

The man appeared in the Rotorua District Court today.

'Being different doesn’t make you popular.'

“We’re all here for the same reason. It’s all about the music and everyone was excited."

From live music performed by local artists to a multisport festival, Rotorua has it all.

Plus all you need to know about road closures and noise control

"Security had no control over the premises."

Richard Lyons was diagnosed with a malignant melanoma in September.

Tips include good quality deadbolts, networking with neighbours and an escape strategy.

The alleged victim received a phone call saying a man was outside her house.

Return of $5 fee could affect how community pharmacies compete, says spokesman.

Horror movie phone call: 'Just lock your door and call the police. Act casual.'

Seasoned scoopers share the secrets of a delicious trade.

The final amount raised in the 2023 appeal has been revealed.

Other income sources included rent payments and donations.

The first kiwi chick has already been born at the new facility.

Hatupatu | Kurungaituku premieres as part of the New Zealand festival of Arts in February.

However, the National Poisons Centre warns against eating wild mushrooms.