New ZealandCivil Defence defends decision to include Rotorua in state of emergencyThe mayor was concerned it would cause confusion, given the low risk for Rotorua.02 Feb 07:00 PM
New ZealandSeven people injured in two-car crash in north AucklandWhangaparāoa Road remains closed as crews clear the crash scene.02 Feb 06:00 AM
New ZealandCyclist dies after crash with car on SH1 near BlenheimThe collision happened on SH1 near Grassmere about 7.30am.02 Feb 03:11 AM
WorldFrench hospital treats man with shell up his rectumThe device, nearly 20cm long, was described as a 'collectible' artillery shell.02 Feb 01:21 AM
New ZealandWestern Bay storm damage: What it means for homes, businesses, and districtLong recovery for the Western Bay of Plenty after a deadly storm, with major damage.01 Feb 09:13 PM
Herald NOWTauranga City Council set to determine terms for Mount Maunganui inquiryCouncillors are meeting this morning to decide what an inquiry into the landslide that killed 6 will look like. Video / Ryan Bridge TodayWatch01 Feb 06:27 PM
New ZealandOne person dies after two-vehicle crash near MatamataEmergency services were called to the scene at 12.15pm.01 Feb 04:39 AM
New ZealandOne seriously injured, road closed following Matamata crashThe crash on Puketutu Rd was reported to police at about 12.15pm.01 Feb 01:12 AM
New Zealand'Be uplifted': Surfers paddle out to remember Mauao landslide victimsThe tribute was held beside the Billabong Grom Comp junior surf event.31 Jan 11:24 PM
New Zealand'Loved so deeply': Family comforted teen landslide victims spent final days togetherA memorial service for Max Furse-Kee next week will be livestreamed for mourners.31 Jan 09:27 PM
New Zealand'Morale is definitely down': Mount businesses feeling pain'People aren’t going down here, people aren’t coming into town.'30 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandBrian Tamaki leads 'True Patriots of NZ' protest in Victoria ParkDestiny Church founder Brian Tamaki leads a 'True Patriots of NZ' protest in Victoria Park, Auckland. Video / NZ HeraldWatch30 Jan 09:39 PM
New ZealandFaces of the victims: Families share memories of deadly landslide victimsVictims include tourists, school friends, a tutor and a 10-year-old boy.30 Jan 04:22 AM
New ZealandPerson airlifted in critical condition after crash shuts Central Otago highwayThe rural crash, which gave three others minor injuries, happened about 11.40am.30 Jan 12:54 AM
New ZealandLifeguards race to clear gear from red-stickered Mount Maunganui base clubhouseThe clubhouse was red placarded after last Thursday's slip. 30 Jan 12:01 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Should communities move?' Land use in slip-prone areas must change, expert warnsProfessor James Renwick says councils must rethink homes, campsites near risky slopes.30 Jan 12:00 AM
New ZealandHealth chief blames ageing tech for 12-hour hospital IT meltdownThe outage reportedly caused 'chaos' in emergency departments.29 Jan 09:32 PM
Herald NOWHealth NZ investigating major IT outage in upper North IslandHealth NZ is looking into the outage to determine what caused it. Video / Ryan Bridge TodayWatch29 Jan 07:48 PM
Herald NOWUpdate on the Mt Maunganui landslide recoveryA vigil was held in memory of those lost in the slip, Sam Sherry reports. Video / Ryan Bridge TodayWatch29 Jan 06:17 PM
New ZealandWife was 'laughing and talking' with husband on riverbank as tree fatally hit himHop farmer Peter Lines’ death during a storm last year was a ‘tragic accident’ – Coroner. 29 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'We feel your grief deeply': Community gathers for Mount Maunganui evening vigil'We grieve with you, and everyone of us stands with you.'29 Jan 08:18 AM
New ZealandPerson dies after single-vehicle crash in northwest AucklandNelson Rd is closed in both directions and diversions are in place.29 Jan 06:53 AM
New ZealandEmotional vigil in Mount Maunganui to honour those affected by deadly slipsThe community gathered in Tauranga one week after the tragic landslip.29 Jan 06:40 AM
New ZealandMan charged with murder following incident in Pukehina, Bay of PlentyPolice were notified on January 1 of the death of a woman on Old Coach Rd.29 Jan 06:12 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTauranga council meets with consulting firm offering 'war room experience' to advise on fatal slipsNXUS said it's important to have an 'external eye' in disaster responses.29 Jan 05:28 AM
New ZealandTeen, 14, charged over bus driver attackPolice were called to the incident on Colwill Rd in Massey around 7pm on Wednesday.29 Jan 04:18 AM
New ZealandGlider crash leaves one person seriously injured near WaiukuFire crews are working to rescue the injured person from a creek.29 Jan 04:10 AM
New ZealandLabour leader Chris Hipkins in Tauranga one week on from Mount Maunganui landslide.Hipkins has backed a full independent inquiry into the Mauao slip and its causes.Watch29 Jan 03:46 AM
New ZealandMotorcyclist dies in crash that closes highway near Hanmer SpringsThe motorcyclist died at the scene despite efforts by emergency services.29 Jan 02:30 AM
New ZealandSerious crash closes SH7 near Hanmer Springs, motorists urged to avoid areaSerious injuries have been reported and the Serious Crash Unit is en route.28 Jan 11:59 PM
New ZealandPilot, passenger's bodies recovered from helicopter crash siteWork is continuing to formally identify the dead and to examine the crash scene.28 Jan 08:53 PM
New ZealandPolice find man on Hamilton street with critical injuries Police are calling for help from the public and a scene guard is in place.28 Jan 08:38 PM
Herald NOWMorning Update: The latest from Mount MaunganuiSunLive journalist Rosalie Liddle Crawford with the latest from Mount Maunganui. Video / Herald NowWatch28 Jan 07:49 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTauranga Council once enclosed Mount campsite with 47 shipping containers for safetyOfficials evacuated the campground in 2003 for a week of pre-emptive rockfall works.28 Jan 04:00 PM