Water is deemed safe but some locals have linked it to them getting sick.

North Island will be under a moist and humid northerly air flow.

Super stock title is a tribute to "old" Baypark racer Hokey Ashby .

Two people have minor injuries.

"We want to do whatever we can to help".

'It’s looking like it’s going to be a great summer.'

The band is set to part ways next year.

About 24 banana boxes a week of fresh produce are donated to the foodbank.

Contractors will pause work from midday tomorrow through to 8am on January 8.

Council says the water is 'safe to drink' and there's no public health issue.

'It’s the best option ... I didn’t want to have to wear a nappy for the rest of my life.'

With finances tight, many families may need to approach festivities differently.

Emergency services are at the scene.

It’s taken three years, seven complaints, 48 patch-up jobs and an apology to happen.

He believes 'overwhelming' community support for the business must have helped.

Three other people were badly injured in Monday's Te Ngae Rd/State Highway 30 crash.

The crash happened shortly before 12.50pm on Saturday.

Molly has had two surgeries and may need more after her throat was 'ripped open'.

The Christmas Appeal is at the end of its fifth week.

Those judged as having the best manu could head to the world championships.

Changes made after schoolgirl fatally struck by train this year.

Locals are asked to expect delays while gang farewells members.

Foodbanks are “at the coalface of the cost-of-living crisis".

NZTA boss worries for industry's future as half of staff quit within a year amid abuse.

Victim David Kuka was 'simply in the wrong place at the wrong time', a judge says.

WorkSafe has released the findings of its investigation into the incident.

One report will explore whether she was legally insane at the time of the alleged killing.