Far North businesses call for compensation after second major power cut
Top Energy is now urging people to conserve power for another week while the network is at reduced…
Air New Zealand tightens pet policy, restricting large dog travel on regional routes
From November 11, new crate size and weight limits will apply to pets travelling on the smaller ATRs…
Bay of Plenty fire crews battle 2ha blaze near Whanarua Bay
Firefighters were called to the scene of a large fire in the Bay of Plenty around 3am. Fire…
Hawke’s Bay Expressway service station: Resource consent lodged for development on some of NZ’s best growing soils
It would also require a two-way combined entry and exit access from Evenden Rd, road widening and changes…
Fire crews battle blaze at popular Rotorua tourist site Mitai Māori Village
Fire and Emergency New Zealand shift manager Ryan Geen said they received multiple calls from the public at…
Darfield, Canterbury fire: Crews respond to large scrub fire
Local resident Dean Jenkins said he and others were among the first on the scene when the blaze…
Island Bay fire: Large blaze rips through Wellington property, residents affected by smoke
“Conditions are very windy, and firefighters are working on the Esplanade as well as on High St,” the…
Crews battle fire at old Fitzherbert Tavern in Palmerston North, residents told to stay inside
“If you live nearby, close your windows and doors and stay inside if possible to avoid the smoke.”…
Mount Maunganui dragon removed from Pilot Bay, but may return soon
While at Pilot Bay, the sculpture captured the public’s imagination, prompting a wave of affection and calls to…
Large 30-hectare fire on hills near Pōrangahau in Central Hawke’s Bay
It is the biggest of five vegetation fires currently burning in the Hawke’s Bay area, caused by strong…
Former Black Cap Lou Vincent opens up about involvement in match-fixing syndicate
“They make you feel pretty good and a couple of whiskies later, your ego is pumped up. By…
South Auckland fight: Confronting video shows Manukau teen brawl
At one point in the video, one person appeared to be kicked in the head as they lay…