New ZealandXmas weather: Where will the sun shine?The best spots for enjoying a Christmas hamper outdoors will be in the Bay of Plenty, Nelson and Central Otago tomorrow.23 Dec 08:58 PM
New ZealandWarm, wet, wild: 2016's extreme weatherThere was a record downpour in Auckland, a tornado in Taranaki and "quake lights" above Wellington. Oh, and 2016 was likely also New Zealand's hottest year on record.20 Dec 01:59 AM
New ZealandMan in Orca rescue: I'd do it againThe harbourmaster who was stood down from his job for rescuing an orca trapped in a cray pot this week says he would do it again if he had to.16 Dec 02:51 AM
New ZealandHundreds support orca rescuerA petition in support a Whitianga harbourmaster stood down after helping rescue an orca has attracted hundreds of signatures.15 Dec 09:24 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Bold plan to save Hauraki GulfProposed new marine protected areas, rules for polluters and changes to commercial fishing methods have been revealed in a long-awaited master plan for the Hauraki Gulf.06 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandWoman falls off sea biscuit, injures spineThe Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter crew were sent out to Colville on Sunday in one of 19 callouts over the long weekend.25 Oct 01:10 AM
New Zealand'World a poorer place for Luke's passing'Nearly 1000 mourners gather to farewell teen who died last month in Whitianga.04 Oct 03:59 AM
New ZealandFamily visit scene where body foundThere's a sombre mood on Aquila Drive after the body of 19-year-old Luke Cochrane was discovered yesterday.29 Sep 12:30 AM
New Zealand'We are saddened but relieved'The family of Luke Cochrane has issued a statement after a body was found in a search in Whitianga.28 Sep 05:12 AM
New ZealandHat found in search for LukePolice searching for missing teenager Luke Cochrane in the Coromandel have cordoned off a street after finding a hat believed to be his.28 Sep 02:26 AM
New ZealandDivers scour waterways in search for LukePolice divers are still scouring a section of waterway opposite the Whitianga Fire Station for any clues in the search for Luke Cochrane.27 Sep 10:27 PM
New ZealandSearch for Luke Cochrane: Mother of missing teen speaks outCatherine Tamati last heard from her son, Lucas Cochrane, on Saturday morning.26 Sep 09:56 PM
New ZealandMother of missing teen: 'He's a great kid'Catherine Tamati last heard from her son, Lucas Cochrane, on Saturday morning.26 Sep 09:20 PM
New ZealandMan bitten after trying to break up dog fightA man who tried to break up a fight between three dogs copped a bite on the hand and a trip to hospital in a rescue helicopter for his troubles.17 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandBoat refloated after running agroundA 20-metre fishing boat ran aground 30km off Whitianga on the southern end of Red Mercury Island.11 May 09:32 PM
TravelSpring brings festival seasonNothing says spring like the blooming of the kowhai or the opening of scallop season, says Sarah Ell.12 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandOff to the paddock for holiday beach funEvery year the Mercury Bay couple open up the front paddock of their sheep and beef farm and share their piece of paradise with 60 to 80 groups in campervans and caravans, plus a few tents.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandCrash seriously injures pregnant womanA young child and a pregnant woman were among four people seriously injured in a three car smash south of Whitianga last night.17 Oct 01:12 AM
TravelFour fruity festivalsSmall town New Zealand does wonderful and whacky to keep up our winter spirits.20 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandSeven-month-old dies at marinaA 7-month-old Auckland boy on holiday with his family has died after being found in the water at the marina in Whitianga.27 Apr 04:14 AM
TravelCoromandel: A romantic winter escapeAndy Pickering finds action and relaxation aplenty at Coromandel's Whitianga.09 Jun 03:00 AM
TravelKia ora: WhitiangaElisabeth Easther may just have to return to Whitianga in September for its famous Scallop Festival.28 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandCyclist seriously injured in crash near WhitiangaThe Westpac Rescue helicopter is on the way to pick up a seriously injured cyclist after a crash involving a car near Whitianga.21 Feb 11:34 PM
TravelPrepping for a Coromandel hen's partySo you've been tasked with organising a hen's party ... one option is fleeing the city and swapping novelty cakes and forced craziness for a weekend of fun and pampering.26 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandP-lab death surprises friendsGrant "Grunty" Wyllie was well-known and liked in Whitianga as a good guy whose passion was pig hunting. Or so his friends thought.15 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelWhitianga: Built for the boysA trip to Whitianga is an adventure with wheels like these, writes Estelle Sarney.03 Sep 06:00 PM
TravelCoromandel: Rom-com romance in the rainNicky Park plays leading lady during a rainy weekend excursion to the Coromandel.21 May 11:00 PM
New Zealand'The World's' biggest super yacht to anchor at WhitiangaThe largest privately owned residential yacht on earth, aptly called The World, will anchor at Whitianga tomorrow.29 Mar 04:30 PM
