More than 120 families saved from domestic violence by Pet Refuge last year as harm levels spike
Alice spent 100 days living in her car with her teenage son and dog after leaving her violent…
Crankworx Rotorua 2026: Young fans help create ‘banger’ atmosphere
Gripping his bike with helmet and glasses on, Boden was keen to see plenty of tricks. “He absolutely…
Police seek Mahia home invader who committed assault before being hit with golf club
The victim sustained serious injuries, and both people at the address that night were shaken by the incident.…
Women supporting women: Pregnancy Help marks five years helping 8000 Hawke’s Bay families
The service celebrated its milestone last weekend at the Elwood Function Centre, joined by Hastings Mayor Wendy Schollum,…
Auckland Papakura ‘road rage’: Man pulled from car and stomped on at railway crossing
A police spokesperson said they were investigating and that one person had been seriously hurt. Ali said he…
Tim Tam note saying ‘help yourself’ sparks outrage, accusation of theft
The post attracted more than 117,000 likes and close to 4000 comments, most expressing outrage on the worker’s…
Ellerslie Train Station aggravated robbery: Police urge victim to come forward
The group of six was tracked by surveillance cameras boarding a train headed for Newmarket, where they were…
Hawke’s Bay Clifton Motor Camp bach owner calls for council help to move it out of landslide risk zone
Tama Heremaia, a recent bach purchaser at the motor camp, said he was now in limbo. He estimated…
Matangi assault: Police hunt trio after burnout attack near Hamilton
Police call it a “cowardly attack” and urge anyone who recognises those responsible or has details of the…
KiwiSaver withdrawal rules to be changed to help farmers, diplomats and soldiers buy their first homes
The Government fears the rules are disadvantaging the likes of farm workers, rural teachers, country police, defence personnel,…
Why 2026 could be the year you volunteer overseas
Your experience can help Pacific communities thrive long after you leave. In 1962, Sir Edmund Hillary helped establish…
Disabled teenager living in Rotorua Hospital for more than five months
She lived with her husband Ryan, Jakob’s stepfather, and their 9-year-old daughter Luuka. “We can’t control him at…