Police pose as 13-year-old girl, lure sex offender to the library
He wanted to have sex with the fake girl even after she told him her age.
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One person in critical condition after SH25 Coromandel crash
Emergency services were called to the scene about 4pm.
Holiday house hike: Group to assess impact of targeted rate
A working group to be set up to recommend improvements.
‘Nothing I could have done’: Driver’s plea after fatal crash
In February 2024, the region's road death toll was zero.
Reports of dogs being walked on pest-free island sparks DoC outrage
Two members of the public alerted DoC to the incident that ocurred on February 8.
Helping hand after cyclone devastation
Money has been allocated to many to help in recovery efforts.
Hawke’s Bay Tourism's survival rests with Napier council
Councils voice their disappointment in Hawke's Bay Regional Council.
Motorhome and caravan army rolls into Napier for Art Deco Festival
Visitors to Napier's biggest annual event say the 'whole weekend is just so much fun'.
Hitchhiking students: Daughter finds ride, 15yo son still thumbing it after school bus axed
Mike Brown’s son, Chamon, still hitchhikes along State Highway 2 to and from school.
Skellerup posts record profit despite footwear sales slump
Skellerup expected its full-year profit to be between $52 and $56 million.
How geothermal water changes could impact Bay of Plenty growers
Geothermal water use in the Bay of Plenty is currently under review.
Clive Elliott: Selling the crown jewels - why Fonterra’s proposal doesn’t make sense
OPINION: Our dairy owners and the country stand to be poorer for Fonterra's decision.
Internship programme bridges science and community in Tairāwhiti
Sixteen interns have gained insight and inspiration at Mātai Medical Research Institute.
Clutha siege death: Armed offender involved in previous stand-off with police
Farm worker named after being found dead following armed standoff.
Person dies after being pulled from sea at Coromandel beach
Ambulance staff and the public attended to the person at the scene.
After floods, cyclone struck, some Wairoa property values have taken a 50% dive
Purchasers 'cautious and reluctant' because of challenge of sourcing insurance.
The Country: Damien O'Connor on David Seymour’s Land Rover stunt
Paul Allison, Damien O'Connor, Shane McManaway, N Crawshaw, J Cunninghame, Chris Russell.
Napier bans non-self-contained vehicles from freedom camping
Two new freedom camping sites are set to be introduced in Napier amid a shake-up.
Cyclone Gabrielle tragedy: The questions the probe into 14 deaths wants to answer
Two years ago Cyclone Gabrielle brought death and destruction.
Pretty with a purpose: How sunflowers are helping bring back the goodness to cyclone-hit soils
The crop will never be harvested, but it serves a very important purpose.
‘Totally bizarre’: Kiwi woman puzzled by unexpected cholera diagnosis
Health officials say the non-toxigenic strain poses no public health risk.
Michael Voss lines up alongside world’s top trail runners
The Tarawera Ultra-Trail, New Zealand's premier running event starts in Rotorua.
Police boost presence for Mongrel Mob reunion in King Country
The gathering will take place over five days in the Taringamotu valley area.
‘Worst on record’: NZ city’s 11-day heat streak raises alarm
Heat alerts aren't triggered, but heat stress risks remain high.
Hot air balloon festival returns to South Waikato
The balloons will also visit the Waipā District this year.
The inspiring climb: Community rallies for local woman battling cancer
A Tauranga woman with a "big belly of tumours" is running out of options.
NZ Army award caps stellar year for local fencer and recruit
Gisborne fencer Tim Garrick goes from top fencer to top soldier.
What's on in Tairāwhiti this weekend: speed dating, 80s party and new art exhibition
What's on in Tairāwhiti this weekend: speed dating, 80s party and new art exhibition
Emily Alice lands Six60 opening gig in Dunedin
Gisborne man's band to raise curtain for iconic Kiwi band
Margaret Hansen's 'The Silk' showcases vibrant floral art in Gisborne
Hansen's works were inspired by her vintage silk kimono's embroidery.
Ōkaihau cyclist killed in alleged hit-and-run named
The 19-year-old died on January 28 following what police alleged was a hit-and-run.
‘Fear and anxiety’ for locals fed up with beach parties
Beach parties and drinking in public have Mount locals calling for a full liquor ban.
‘Unacceptable levels’: Rising rent drives poverty and homelessness
Otangarei residents spend 56% of weekly income on rent, highlighting stress.
Te Puna Wai Ora sports complex, in Awanui, has big plans
New managers and new look for Far North's Te Puna Wai Ora sports complex.