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Suspicious death rocks holidaymakers

The suspicious death of an elderly man in a Whangamata home has startled neighbours - including cricketer Daniel Vettori's parents who live next door.

Man found dead in Whangamata house

A homicide investigation has been launched after a man was found dead in Whangamata overnight.

Teen drowns in paddle board accident

A 15-year-old girl has drowned after her paddleboard was swept under a boat by a strong current and wind at Whangamata this afternoon.

Sly engagement proposal almost sinks

Matt Boggs' carefully laid plan to propose to his girlfriend at one of her favourite places in Whangamata nearly sank when his old wave ski started taking on water.

Members' clubs

Danielle Wright discovers clubs happy to welcome you in out of the cold.

A wheeled weekender

Donna McIntyre escapes the city on a campervan holiday.

New Zealand: A vroom with a view

A fully equipped motorhome has replaced a canvas tent in Sarah Lawrence's holiday affections

Bolt fired through elderly woman's ranch slider

Waikato police are investigating an incident in which a bolt was fired through a glass ranch slider at an elderly woman's Whangamata home early today.

Stunt rider hurt in accident

Arrest after bank attack

A staff member was trapped inside Whangamata BNZ as an axe-wielding man smashed its windows and counter this morning, police say.

Mystery surrounds missing eggs

Four of the best... winter surf spots

Don't let the cold weather keep you from the royal waves.

Fresh leads prompt police to revisit 1987 cold case

Whangamata house fire claims man's life

Holidaymakers favour Coromandel hot spot

Whangamata remains the top spot for Kiwi holidaymakers over summer, according to new figures.

Rookie rescues jetskier in wild waves

Whangamata: Eat, surf and indulge

It may be renowned for its waves, but Whangamata has other temptations.

Boatie revolt against ramp fees