New ZealandFirefighters remain at devastating Whitianga blaze quelling multiple hot spotsFire crews won't be leaving the scene of a devastating bushfire on the Coromandel until next month.25 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandCoromandel fire: Investigations into cause continueAuthorities continue their investigations to find out the exact cause of a huge fire that destroyed several homes on the Coromandel Peninsula this week.20 Jan 02:28 AM
New ZealandCoromandel fire still blazingResidents near a massive bush fire south of Whitianga have been forced to come to terms with the damage it has done amid fears a change in wind direction could spread the blaze further.19 Jan 04:00 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Community spirit shines in WhitiangaNeighbours of Whitianga residents who lost their homes in this week's bush fires have been rallying around - donating food, clothing and time to support the recovery effort. Made with funding from NZ On Air.19 Jan 05:09 AM
New ZealandCoromandel fire: Residents assess damageJani Dennis and Paul Lee came perilously close to losing everything in this week's devastating bush fire which ravaged 70 hectares of land at the tip of the peninsula.19 Jan 04:01 AM
PropertyWatch NZH Local Focus: Lucky escape for some in Whitianga fire zoneAt least six properties were destroyed - but there was no loss of life during the Whitianga bushfire. And locals say they know it could have been much worse. Made with funding from NZ On Air18 Jan 09:50 AM
New ZealandWhitianga wildfire: 'It was everywhere'They described it as explosive, extreme and rampant; and tonight the wildfire that cost residents of an idyllic Whitianga peninsula their homes is burning on.18 Jan 05:24 AM
New ZealandFour houses destroyed in large, explosive scrub fireFour houses have burned down in a large, explosive scrub fire south of Whitianga.17 Jan 04:06 PM
EconomyWatch NZH Local Focus: Whitianga population explodes over summerWhat happens when a town triples in size overnight? Made with funding from NZ On Air.16 Jan 01:12 AM
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
