‘The great adventure’: Grandson brings Far North soldier’s World War I story to life
He has produced three editions of Jim’s story. The latest details how the Ōkaihau farmer and musician swapped…
MetService weekend forecast: Warm western centres, rain and thunder risk in north
Christchurch, Timaru, Dunedin and Invercargill are likely to receive some rain in the morning, but this should clear…
Truck crash, hazardous material spills over road, traffic management on SH36 north of Rotorua
People are advised to expect delays in the area. Meanwhile, Te Rapa Rd in Hamilton is also closed…
The American Society of Cinematographers
Fujifilm North America Corp., Imaging Division, has introduced the Instax Mini Evo Cinema camera and the Instax Mini…
Weather: Tornadoes hit Ōrewa, Ōtorohanga; severe thunderstorm warning issued for Auckland region
MetService said it couldn’t confirm a mini tornado had swept across Ōrewa but said the area was affected…
New council-SPCA dog vouchers announced, local lobby group question impact
SPCA’s general manager of animal services, Dr Corey Regnerus-Kell, said the initiative is a much-needed community-focused solution. “This…
Havelock North: About 200 homes planned for former Te Mata Mushrooms site
As well as the latest proposal, four other housing or retirement developments for more than 500 new homes…
North Sea crash captain triggered fire, rescue operation and ‘avoidable death’, UK trial heard
Motin has pleaded not guilty and has been held in pre-trial custody. Prosecutor Tom Little told the jury…
Far North police praise witness’ quick actions after aggravated robbery
“Police, including the dog unit, quickly responded and located the duo, as well as the stolen property and…
Police rush to serious incident in Highbury, Palmerston North; one person critically injured
Hato Hone St John said an ambulance, rapid response vehicle and operations manager were sent about 3.11pm. “One…
Weather: Forest fires force evacuations, high temperatures to remain for North Island
Fire and Emergency NZ said crews received a call about the blaze on Waitara Rd around 5.40pm. “We…
Weather: High temperatures to remain for North Island with some showers
But in the the South Island temperatures will drop further among today’s hot spots with Kaikoura forecast for…