New ZealandFlood watch as king tides meet big swellsRoads could be affected a low pressure system brings wind and rain to the North Island.14 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMixed bag of verdicts for gang trial in RotoruaThe jury has returned verdicts for gang members on trial in Rotorua.12 Jul 06:44 AM
New ZealandJury deliberations continue in Black Power trialJury deliberations continue in the trial of five Black Power members.11 Jul 10:22 PM
New ZealandJury retires in Black Power trialThe fate of five Black Power gang members is now in the hands of the jury trying them.10 Jul 11:57 PM
New ZealandDefence's closing arguments in Black Power trialLawyer claims client was just at the scene of the shooting to see what was going on.10 Jul 02:36 AM
New ZealandPatch snatch the root of animosity between gangs, Rotorua court hearsA gang patch was at the centre of gang hostilities in Whakatāne, a jury has heard.09 Jul 04:30 AM
New ZealandClosing arguments begin in Black Power trialThe trial of a group of Black Power gang members has reached its closing stages.08 Jul 10:41 PM
New ZealandBad weather closes Waioeka GorgeThe Waioeka Gorge will remain closed today until the bad weather passes.08 Jul 09:30 PM
New ZealandWhite Island crater lake risesThe rising lake may cause more action on the volcano, says GeoNet.04 Jul 10:35 PM
New ZealandMan pleads not guilty to river murder of 2-year-old girlA man has appeared in the High Court at Rotorua this morning charged with murder.03 Jul 09:16 PM
New ZealandJury released for the day in gang trialA jury has been released until tomorrow while the court deals with unrelated matters.03 Jul 03:14 AM
New ZealandMan charged with murder after toddler's death appears in courtA man has appeared in Whakatāne District Court charged with the murder of a toddler.02 Jul 04:41 AM
New ZealandBlack Power gang trial enters second weekSix gang members are on trial in the High Court at Rotorua.02 Jul 02:35 AM
New ZealandMan, 32, charged with murder after death of 2yoThe body of the 2-year-old was found in the Rangitaiki RIver last night.02 Jul 12:06 AM
New ZealandSombre scenes where child died in riverFamily and supporters struggling to comprehend how toddler came to die.01 Jul 11:39 PM
New ZealandForeign investors snap up $2.1b of NZ assets in five monthsThe figure for the first five months of 2018 is down substantially from last year.01 Jul 09:23 PM
New ZealandPolice launch homicide inquiry after 2yo's body found in riverPolice are speaking to a person of interest.01 Jul 08:19 PM
New ZealandReports of person and child in lake sparks police calloutA young child is missing in an incident at Lake Matahina in the Eastern Bay.01 Jul 06:48 AM
New ZealandWaioeka Gorge to reopen at midday for daylight hoursThe Waioeka Gorge will re-open at midday today, but only in daylight hours.29 Jun 08:25 PM
New ZealandHorse hit by car near WhakatāneA police spokesman said a collision between a car and horse was reported at 1.53am.27 Jun 07:43 PM
New ZealandWaioeka Gorge stays shut for daysCrews working hard to re-open road but firms call for more permanent solution.26 Jun 09:20 PM
New ZealandTrial under way for shooting at gang funeralSenior Kawerau Mongrel Mob member Tahu Kingi's funeral cortège sparked an armed riot.26 Jun 02:08 AM
New ZealandTūhoe professor appointed Taura Whiri i Te Reo Māori Board chairwomanTūhoe professor appointed chairwoman for a three year term.26 Jun 01:05 AM
New ZealandWatch: Massive slip closes SH2 in Bay of PlentyFour cars stopped to see what was going on when the cliff face let go.25 Jun 07:28 AM
New ZealandHunter recovering after fall in forestWhangārei Rescue Helicopter had to be called in for tricky forest rescue.25 Jun 02:23 AM
New ZealandInjured hunter rescued near KawerauHunter rescued near Kawerau after falling onto a rocky ledge.23 Jun 10:45 PM
New ZealandGang member jailed for Mongrel Mob funeral ambushGang member Tuterangi Moeke jailed for ambushing Mongrel Mob funeral.23 Jun 02:31 AM
New ZealandGang member jailed for funeral confrontationSequel to a gang confrontation rolled out yesterday in the High Court in Tauranga.21 Jun 08:53 PM
New ZealandMalachi Agnew's wish list to help his mumA Whakatāne youngster with a raft of medical conditions asks for a helping hand.15 Jun 11:00 PM
KahuWhakatōhea Māori Trust Board to be investigated after complaintsMichael Heron QC will investigate the board's governance, management and elections.14 Jun 11:35 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMan falls off balcony in 'vicious' attack by 'wannabe' gangstersHe called them 'wannabe' gangsters. Now Kodie Waitapu suffers from a life-long injury.13 Jun 06:52 AM
New ZealandCouncil vote to correct spelling of ŌpōtikiThe process to correct the official spelling of Ōpōtiki has started.12 Jun 08:25 PM
BDBDBusinessGovernment signs off on Chinese water bottling expansion in WhakataneThe company is set to create 60 full-time jobs within four years.12 Jun 12:06 AM