Serial scammer Dean McAuley jailed again after cleaning out 91-year-old’s bank account
The court heard that in February 2025 McAuley knocked on the victim’s door and claimed to be “doing…
Lake weed: Minister reviews funding after Rotorua clean-up costs over $133,000
Bay of Plenty Regional Council began skimming the weed on November 14, with Rotorua Lakes Council managing disposal.…
This 20% Off Cleaning Kit Will Swab Your Nasty Electronics
At the start of a new year, you may be inspired to drink more water or get more…
Auckland Steam ’N Dry office worker sacked after 15 days awarded $30,000
On August 16, after 15 days of work, Stephens emailed Mortimer a letter that stated it “did not…
On The Up: Rotorua rangatahi revive pride by cleaning neglected neighbourhood streets
He grew up in the Glenholme and Fordlands suburbs, and said he knew first-hand which streets needed attention.…
Wet & Forget to close six stores amid new retail strategy
However, the company says its products will be stocked in more than 200 partner locations from late 2025,…
WorkSafe investigates serious injury at Riverlock packhouse near Ōpōtiki
“The emergency services response was excellent … The staff member was transferred to Waikato Hospital, where she is…
Hawke’s Bay woman’s house cleaning bill shock: ‘Will cost x2’ written at bottom of quote
She sent UltraShine a booking request through its website and received a response the next day with a…
Rotorua worker seriously injured at Claymark sawmill, WorkSafe investigating
WorkSafe’s investigation into the 2023 incident found the machine was unguarded and there was an ineffective system for…
Hot chicken chemical contamination fear: New World Te Kūiti recalls cooked chooks, says do not eat
The store said it would give full refunds for the products. “New World Te Kūiti wishes to apologise…
Katy business named one of the top 100 small businesses in the US
What started with a squeegee, a bucket and a truck in Olivia and Kyle Martin’s garage has turned…