Ahipara residents carry sticks after roaming dog attacks spark fear
In a statement, Far North District Council’s Hilary Sumpter said it had received 1087 reports of roaming dogs…
Whakatāne rest home residents marry after finding harmony in song
When he returned, he told his wife, Beth, all about it and decided the family would emigrate. Their…
New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union members to walk off the job on Friday
“Our offer at the time amounted to a 6.2% average increase over three years and compared favourably with…
Hastings stabbing: Man charged, police appeal for camera footage
At 6am on Saturday police got information about a man “hiding” at a property on Mayfair Ave, not…
Foreigners flock to China for affordable medical treatment, drawn by free visa policy
The increasing flow of foreign travellers to China in recent years has been given a shot in the…
Shipwrecked Festival traffic chaos: Te Arai locals slam rural road safety
“This is the first time we’ve opened on a public holiday,” they said. “Many people arrived early and…
Canterbury swimming spots closed after sewage contamination warning
Swimming in the water in the meantime risks contact with bacteria and other pathogens, said Dr Imogen Evans,…
Ōpōtiki residents urge council cat policy to curb strays and nuisance
“I have squirted cat repellent, sprinkled pepper, thrown pots of water and other items at unwanted cats and…
Auckland’s Herald Island under boil water notice after E. coli alert
Bourne said additional testing carried out yesterday afternoon showed normal chlorine levels at several points across the local…
Hawke’s Bay NZ Post closures spark petition from Raureka residents
Wayne Taylor, who lives at the Raureka Masonic Village, said his wife was one of many residents who…
NZ Post closures in Rotorua spark concerns for older residents
NZ Post says 142 partner stores will lose services in 2026, while the remaining network of 567 outlets…
Large fire breaks out in Onehunga, Auckland; residents told to stay inside due to smoke
Police are also on scene and have placed cordons on Onehunga Mall between Arthur and Church Streets. A…