Election 2026: Gisborne’s first-time voters say healthcare, roads and university costs matter most
Healthcare The region’s healthcare was the most frequently mentioned issue. Students spoke at length about “under-resourcing” at Gisborne…
Gisborne council votes to close Titirangi Maunga roads to vehicles overnight
Gate installation was estimated to cost between $6000 and $10,000. Management of the closure would be part of…
Bangkok declares flood disaster across all 50 districts after heavy rain
Almost continuous rain since Thursday afternoon has swelled Bangkok’s network of canals, sending murky water into surrounding homes,…
What’s on in Auckland this weekend: 50 years of Porsche, Pet Expo and more
Tony Chen Lin. St Matthew’s Chamber Orchestra performs tomorrow at St Matthew’s-in-the-City, for an afternoon of fine orchestral…
Bay of Plenty toll roads: Councils back revenue sharing for local road maintenance
Tauranga and Western Bay of Plenty councils say motorists may choose local roads to avoid tolls, potentially increasing…
Taupō fire: Roads reopened after high winds drove vegetation fire near businesses
Northern Fire Communications shift manager Lauren Sika said crews left the scene about 6.40pm. Fire and Emergency would…
Northland flooding: Heavy rain closes roads as rivers rise
Police are also asking the public to avoid unnecessary travel in Kaeo and Kawakawa as river levels rise…
South Island winter storm: Heavy rain and snow forecast from Wednesday
“Accumulations at this level are likely to impede travel and NZTA may close sections of highway or introduce…
Ōhope Waterways roads to be chip sealed this summer despite resident objections
The letter prompted the work to be postponed for further engagement with residents and a comprehensive report on…
New Zealand monetises Chorus debt for NZD $702m gain
The New Zealand government has signed binding agreements to monetise the debt it holds in Chorus, a transaction…
Weather forecast: Auckland set for frost and icy roads as temperatures plunge across NZ
Bellam said central Auckland can expect a minimum of 3C – about 5C below the average for this…
Wairoa flooding: One road reopens, many still closed as rain starts to clear, evacuation centres shut
The situation looks to be improving, with MetService meteorologist Alanna Burrows saying the worst of the rain was…