Kawakawa social housing planned for known flood zone ‘beyond belief’, some residents say
This month RNZ revealed that Northlanders had by far the longest waiting time in the country – more…
Far North council under pressure to remove dangerous Kerikeri redwoods
Police and Fire and Emergency New Zealand crews were called to the area on April 20. Large branches…
Seal surprises Taradale, Napier residents after wandering into suburb
Bennett said fur seals could appear in unusual places, including paddocks, backyards, roadsides and inner-city streets. “Kekeno are…
Kerikeri redwood trees labelled ‘menace’ after Cyclone Vaianu evacuations
Fordson has lived on the street for seven years and has long been advocating for them to be…
Tauranga police scam alert: How to spot fake officer calls and protect money
The callers then ask for several banknote serial numbers, claiming they are needed to verify whether the money…
Pig on the run dashes straight to Whitianga beach and vanishes while swimming
A black pig was spotted on the run, and heading straight for a morning dip at a Whitianga…
Mount Maunganui landslide recovery: Tauranga City Council faces community criticism
This includes a 2600-signature petition asking the council to establish a residents panel to be involved in reopening…
Rakiura / Stewart Island residents face costly trips to mainland for healthcare
Shona Sangster says GP shortages on the mainland add to the pressure of Rakiura residents accessing healthcare. Photo…
Cyclone Vaianu: Why Whakatāne District Council moved early to evacuate residents
Around 270 properties in Ōhope and Thornton were cleared as officials warned of coastal inundation, storm surges and…
Evacuation orders ignored: Why many Hawke’s Bay coastal residents decided not to leave
In Te Awanga, Jo Speedy said she began packing and was ready to evacuate but decided to remain…
Ruakākā power outage impacts more than 360 customers, Northpower team on site
Brodie Stone Multimedia Journalist·Northern Advocate· 13 Apr, 2026 03:01 AMQuick Read Subscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium…
The first cyclone since Gabrielle: Nervous Hawke’s Bay residents brace again
Paterson helped start readiness initiative the Rotary First Light Grab Bags project in the aftermath of Gabrielle. Quoting…