It is hoped the course will draw enough support to keep operating at a new site.

'It’s just inspiring women to be proud of who they are.'

A new cafe and park view are on the cards.

Eight people were arrested on Wednesday in Mount Maunganui after a public brawl.

Eight vehicles have been impounded and other infringements issued.

Multiple people were injured, police say.

The councillor saw his leg go one way while he knee went another.

One person has been taken to hospital.

"They’d actually been doing roams past that area five minutes before this man went in."

Red-light cameras are also expected to significantly help ease traffic congestion.

The offender assaulted multiple people and threatening them with a gun

Nationally, there were 19,000 during the weekend.

There were no reports of the road being blocked.

Local Focus: Five games will be played at Waikato Stadium in Hamilton.

Hundreds of football fans show-up for once in a lifetime opportunity.

It's "going to be a very difficult year for everyone".

'The impact on students could be quite severe' - employee.

Tools were used to enter the store.

'It is about addressing the duopoly that the supermarkets have.'

Flooding was reported in Maketu, Paengaroa and Pikowai.