Tauranga water outage: Mains break cuts supply to large area overnight
“We live in Gate Pā and that is one of the closest areas to the Oropi water treatment…
Cost of diesel at pump surpasses 91 octane in parts of NZ after spiking 80% in a month
According to user-based app Gaspy, diesel is the same cost as 91 without any discount applied, with both…
Weather: Deep subtropical low forming northwest of New Zealand threatens heavy rain, strong winds
Conditions are expected to remain relatively settled through Tuesday as a ridge of high pressure moves away to…
We need to learn how to make liveable cities – Eric Crampton
SimCity presents a fairly static vision of cities and a strongly dirigiste view of the urban planner’s role.…
Cold front to bring cooler, fresher air and weekend rain to parts of country
Makgabutlane recommended keeping an eye on the forecast and rain radar to see how the drizzle is expected…
North Island bread shortage: Goodman Fielder suffers ‘production issue’ at Auckland bakery
“The bakery is operating at full capacity, and supply is expected to return to normal from tomorrow. “This…
UK court jails AOG Technics boss for selling fake parts to airlines
It resulted in £39.3 million ($89m) in losses for airlines, including American Airlines and Ethiopian Airlines, as well…
Bay of Plenty prepares for heavy rain as MetService issues warning and watch
“Expect 80 to 100mm of rain to accumulate, with the chance of 130 to 150mm in one or…
MetService forecast: Heavy rain warning, watches for much of North Island, including flood-hit parts
In Gisborne/Tairawhiti from Tolaga Bay southwards a heavy rain watch is in place for 15 hours from 9pm…
Weather: Heat alert in Whakatāne amid high North Island temperatures, light rain for South Island
Glue said Whakatāne’s two-day heat alert indicates “higher than expected temperatures” over extended periods, including overnight. She advised…
Tauranga Mayoral Relief Fund launched after deadly flooding and slips
Drysdale said the fund also responded to strong public demand from residents wanting to help those affected. “Our…
Travellers being screened at major Asian airports after deadly virus detected in India
Despite that, several Asian countries have started screening passengers arriving from India at some international airports – including…