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Long traffic queues expected after SH1 closed north of Taupō

Long delays expected after SH1 closed north of Taupō.

Person trapped in motor vehicle crash south of Hamilton

Emergency services are attending a serious crash in Tamahere this afternoon

Desert Rd tragedy: Truck driver admits causing children's deaths

John Barber, 71, admitted eight charges over the horror crash on the Desert Rd last year.

Rotorua to lose local-based rescue chopper

Clark says Rotorua will be well-service by rescue choppers based elsewhere.

Waipā man gears up for 100th half marathon

Dick Breukink has run half marathons around the world, clocking up over 13,000km.

Logs 'come to life' in Tongariro National Park

Pouwhenua mark cultural significance of Tongariro. Made with funding from NZ on Air.

Half-way mark: River clean-up to cost hundreds of jobs, warns mayor

First-term mayor Jenny Shattock' watching district grow. Made with funding from NZ On Air

Locals oppose planned fuel stop

"It will ruin the street" say neighbours. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Watch NZH Local Focus: 'It smelt like sewage' - slimy substance on Waikato River bank

Broadlands Forest Resident Graham Sperry spotted what he believes may be sewage on the river bank over the weekend, and is worried it could pose a health risk. Made with funding from NZ On Air