SH2 blocked in Kaitoke, Upper Hutt after 3-vehicle crash
A triple-vehicle crash in Upper Hutt has blocked State Highway 2 in both directions. Police said they were…
Upper Hutt Main St store burglary foiled as police arrest five
Police later spotted and stopped the vehicle, which resulted in the group being apprehended, said Jennings. “The quick…
Why local networks and good neighbours are critical in natural disasters
In the small hours of Valentine’s Day, 2023, Cyclone Gabrielle unleashed hell across the upper North Island. After…
Weather: Cooler but drier weekend forecast for upper North Island following tropical storm
The drier weather is forecast to be in the Bay of Plenty, which will not get as many…
Weather: Subtropical low to bring heavy rain and severe gales to upper North Island
The lower North Island is forecast to remain mostly cloudy with gusts and isolated showers in the afternoon…
Joe Root, Harry Brook hit half centuries as rain ends day one early in fifth Ashes test
Both brought up hard-fought half-centuries and, with dark storm clouds looming, kept the scoreboard ticking over at a…
Severe weather: Thunderstorms forecast to bring torrential rain and hail
Areas of Rotorua, Waikato, Taupo and Hawke’s Bay are under severe thunderstorm watches. Hail in Auckland’s North Shore.…
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Bay of Plenty and Rotorua
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Govt orders 5-year crayfishing ban on North Island’s upper east coast
“Rock lobsters play an important role in the marine ecosystem by helping keep kina numbers in check. The…
Summer to start hot and dry before late-season soaking for some
Earth Sciences NZ’s principal scientist, Chris Brandolino, told the Herald this summer will have “two personalities”. Image /…
Body found in Upper Hutt search for missing woman Anita Hart
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Upper Hutt police search for missing woman Anita Hart
“We are urging anyone has CCTV or dashcam footage that may help us to please come forward.” Ferguson…