Rotorua drivers hit with month's parking fees in one day
The council has apologised for any 'short-term inconvenience' the issue caused.
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Oldest living All Black Bill McCaw dies
Bill McCaw played five tests and 27 games for the All Blacks.
Court awards penthouse's new owners $928k in leaky building case
A couple bought the penthouse for $1.495m in May 2019 and discovered leaks soon after.
Police looking for missing 14-year-old in Hamilton
Wally, 14, has been missing since Tuesday, and his family and police are concerned.
Solar panels slash farmer's power bills
Malcolm Jones' milking shed is entirely solar-powered, comprising 380 panels.
'Incredibly fortunate': No injuries after car flies into house at high speed
Whangārei District Council said it has applied for funding to cover safety improvements.
‘More to come’: Testing start to 2025 as Napier City Rovers chase National League dream
Napier City Rovers aim for consistent wins to secure a top-four finish.
Police name man who died in Bay of Plenty crash
The crash happened on January 23 at Coastlands.
'Major' gas leak contained, schools out of lockdown
The 'major' gas line rupture happened at a construction site.
From at-risk youth to entrepreneurs: Duo's cafe success story
Hiku and Taratoa started Ringside Cafe seven weeks ago in Tauranga.
Power play: Contact Energy given clearance to acquire Manawa Energy
Contact issued a $1.86 billion scheme to take over Manawa in September 2024.
Strong dairy demand, fierce bidding push up GDT prices
Whole milk powder is up 4.6%, the highest since April 2022.
Council shields identity of chosen 40 citizens
Members are being paid $500 each to provide a recommendation to the council.
'Blindsided': No more visiting the Viking building for information about Dannevirke
Tararua council's mission to 'save money' upsets locals, spurs petition for answers.
'Confronting': Contract milkers' survey reveals financial, mental health issues
Sharefarming Consultants, which took the survey, said the results were “disappointing".
'Anybody can make a difference': Amputee to walk 42km in a day
Tyler Cashmore will walk 42km in one day – and he isn't letting having one leg stop him.
'Important part of the Northland culture': Diver's legal fight against scallop ban
Michael Badham claims Whangārei Harbour can support sustainable harvesting.
Milked dry: Northland dairy goat farmers' 'beautiful dream' sours in bank battle
BNZ is pushing for a sale, potentially leaving them with no home for retirement.
Police, NZ Customs seize 25kg worth of cocaine valued at $9 million
Police and customs received information about the importation through Lyttleton Port.
Op shop boss in tears over rubbish, human waste dumped at door
Paying for clean-up means less money for the community.
Commerce Commission files criminal charges against Woolworths
The commission signalled the charges in December.
Ballance proposal to cut 62 jobs: Workers feel 'blindsided'
Ballance Agri-Nutrients worker says there a lot of anxiety over potential loss of jobs.
'Consent is a great thing’: Whangārei festival promotes respect, autonomy
The Festival of Consent runs until Sunday with events including talks and a dance party.
Court orders removal of unauthorised structures in Bay of Islands
A company ignored requests to remove a pontoon and rubber fenders.
‘Something out of a horror movie': Parole board describes man's abduction and sexual assault of jogger
Haydn Christy was jailed in 2016 for 12 years with an 8-year minimum non-parole period.
Business in the front, party in the back this Fieldays
'The team have nailed it – it’s a strategy that everyone can understand.'
'Decades of experience' – Craig Heatley company, Hoppers plan $220m marina
A forecast 140 jobs are to be created over 30 years if plans are allowed to proceed.
Napier Library to close on weekends amid uncertain future
The Saturday closure comes amid a proposal to shut Napier Library for at least two years.
The Country: Dr Frank Mitloehner on methane emissions
Mark Cameron, Richard Lindroos, Dr Frank Mitloehner, and Rick Ladd.
Watch: Flyover of major road build - how is the project progressing?
Six bridges are under construction, with earthworks winding down for winter.
'Heartbreaking': 38 pōhutukawa trees mowed down by vandals
Replacing the trees is estimated to cost $20,000, says Napier's mayor.
Up in Smoke: Why NZ's medical cannabis industry is struggling to make ends meet
After tragic cases, a new industry touted as a potential saviour has run into roadblocks.
'Living their best lives': New mobile ocean farm trial for snapper
The trial system sits 10-15 metres below the surface, and moves with the tide.
'Momentum is real': TRENZ puts Rotorua in global spotlight
About 1200 delegates, including 340 travel buyers from 26 countries, will attend.