Police were called to an Aria View property in Bethlehem on Sunday evening.

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Emergency services were called to Aria Ave about 6.15pm Sunday.

One festivalgoer said the artists playing reminded her of her 'high school years'.

MetService anticipates a reasonably summery start to the week for most.

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All traffic will be detoured from Tuesday.

'We are so very grateful for the amazing support', says foodbank manager.

The hip hop and R&B festival will come to Tauranga on Sunday.

The crowd of about 8500 was 'pretty well-behaved', the festival organiser says.

Crews from three fire stations fought the blaze.

A rise in the number of roaming dogs increases fear among Rotorua Lakes livestock owners.

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Safety advice for swimmers also follows slew of shark sightings in the area.

'It’s going to hurt him for a long time ... for two young lives to be taken so tragically'

Inquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

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"This was my husband who had no reason to do this other than to satisfy his own sickness."

“It was the longest hours of my life.”

Broadcaster describes dramatic scenes to followers as shark cruises shallows.

And agencies are expecting an influx this holiday period.

Hato Hone St John was notified of the incident at 11.50am.

The sunny, warm weather is expected to continue for a few days.

Roads will be closed in Tauranga CBD as the event takes place at Wharepai Domain.