As the official welcomes began at Wednesday night's Supper Club, a buzz of chatter continued around the room.

Like many of the population, Mrs P and I were kept busy last Friday afternoon preparing for the arrival of Cyclone Lusi.

The forestry industry hasn't had much good news lately, especially in the Rotorua region.

I have found that a stroll through the streets of our fair city late on a weekend afternoon is the perfect way to wash away the cares of the day, writes Kevin Page.

The New Zealand Parole Board is often criticised for releasing prisoners whom the public deem should be kept behind bars.