New ZealandImported measles case visited TaurangaThe case is isolated at home and contact tracing under way.13 Feb 08:09 AM
New ZealandBOP state of emergency: Civil Defence on alert as high tide approachesThe cyclone has been wreaking havoc across the top of the North Island on Monday.13 Feb 03:28 AM
AthleticsTauranga runner Sam Tanner beats personal best at Millrose GamesIt comes as George Beamish smashed the national 3000m record.13 Feb 12:36 AM
New ZealandLive: Cyclone Gabrielle in BoP: Surfers brave huge swells at Mount MaunganuiHeavy rain and strong winds are forecast to lash the upper North Island.12 Feb 09:19 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'My life is completely different': Woman’s costly battle to get an ADHD diagnosis"I really struggled to feel like my partner loved me because of emotional dysregulation.”12 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Heavy rain, strong winds and swells lash regionSevere weather was forecast across the North Island today.12 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandLive: 'Our house is shaking like crazy' - Gabrielle's eye on NZ: Heavy winds, monster waves; trains, schools cancelled; thousands without powerNorthland and Gisborne are also under red heavy rain warnings.12 Feb 03:30 PM
New ZealandLive: Auckland Harbour Bridge closed to all traffic; Northland declares state of emergency; 11m high waves in Bay of Islands; Air NZ cancels flightsNorthland and Gisborne are also under red heavy rain warnings.12 Feb 04:34 AM
New ZealandCovid-19-related GP funding cut as most cases easeThe changes will apply from February 13 unless you are a vulnerable person.12 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandToxic blue-green algae triggers new health warning for Holdens BayBut the health warning for Okawa Bay at Lake Rotoiti has been lifted.11 Feb 11:25 PM
New ZealandTwo people killed in SH35 crash near ŌpōtikiA passer-by discovered the vehicle down the bank near Opape Rd.11 Feb 08:17 PM
New Zealand'Lethal combination' of strong winds, heavy rain set to hit Bay of PlentyResidents are asked to avoid driving, clear drains and have an emergency kit ready.10 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Prepare now': Gabrielle looms, monster-wave warning; follow cyclone's latest trackSecondary schools around Auckland considering closing campuses on Monday or Tuesday.10 Feb 11:19 AM
PoliticsCiggy-sales proposal stubs out all but 33 Super City retailersUnder the proposed allocation, Auckland would only have 33 tobacco retailers.10 Feb 03:56 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSonya Bateson: Why is tipping rearing its ugly head in our society?OPINION: 'Now I fear that tipping is creeping more and more into everyday life.'10 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: 10 of the worst tropical cyclones to hit NZEx-tropical cyclones have wrought havoc in NZ. Here's 10 of the worst.09 Feb 11:23 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle now 'severe category 3' storm as it tracks to NZ - heavy rain watch for 71 hoursThe worst of the cyclone is expected on Monday and Tuesday in the upper North Island.09 Feb 10:03 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLetters: Governments come and go - individuals like Ardern are rareReaders have their say.09 Feb 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘People are desperate’: Lakes district elective surgery waitlist skyrocketsTe Whatu Ora said it was “working hard” to improve wait times.09 Feb 05:54 PM
New Zealand50km before 50: Councillor by weekday, Tarawera Ultramarathon runner by weekendMore than 5000 people are expected to take part in the event.09 Feb 05:01 PM
New Zealand'A little miracle' no one injured in 'horrific' Maungatapu slip - PMHipkins visited families displaced after slips who are now fighting for insurance cover.09 Feb 06:00 AM
New ZealandNational's plans to tackle Tauranga’s infrastructural and social challengesNational Party leader Christopher Luxon is promising his party will get things done.09 Feb 04:25 AM
New ZealandThought you saw a UFO this morning? Flying lights explained'I went outside to have a cigarette with my cup of tea. I thought it was UFOs in the sky.'09 Feb 03:42 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle warnings: Auckland mayor extends state of emergencyMost models are showing Cyclone Gabrielle will directly hit New Zealand next week.09 Feb 03:06 AM
New ZealandWatch: 'Massive boom' - Cathedral Cove damaged after 'scary' landslide'If it was peak time there would have been many people. Very lucky it didn’t kill anyone.'09 Feb 01:36 AM
New ZealandAppeal for sightings of Bay of Plenty man missing for two monthsDespite 'extensive searches' across the region, the Murupara man cannot be found.09 Feb 12:46 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle warnings: Residents told to 'prepare for worst' - and to stock up on essentialsMost models are showing Cyclone Gabrielle will directly hit New Zealand next week.08 Feb 11:56 PM
New ZealandPM in Tauranga: Hipkins visits residents affected by slipsPrime Minister Chris Hipkins is visiting Tauranga today.08 Feb 10:27 PM
New ZealandCyclone threat: Upper North Island residents urged to prepareCyclone Gabrielle is on its way. Residents can prepare now in various ways.08 Feb 09:49 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle warning: 'Direct hit' with heavy rain, damaging winds early next weekWeatherWatch NZ have forecasted the storm to hit the northern half of the North Island08 Feb 09:29 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Trying times': 60 pc of maize crops wiped out, kiwifruit damaged, farmers worriedA tropical cyclone could cause more pain for contractors, kiwifruit growers and farmers.08 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We need to catch up': New dental vans to boost oral health'The Lakes area has the second worst oral health in New Zealand. We need to catch up.'08 Feb 02:25 AM
