It comes as Coastguard NZ and the harbourmaster issued safety reminders to water users.

Locals react to the police crackdown on people using shopping trolleys for personal ends.

The owner fears for his and his staff's safety.

'We do the same job as the Te Whatu Ora labs, but we’re paid significantly less.'

Her book, 'Understanding Te Tiriti', is a Nielsen bestseller.

Security footage of a ram raid at Westbrook Liquor Centre in Rotorua. Video / Supplied

'Hundreds' of NZ families have travelled to Australia for intensive therapy.

Why does most of the North Island celebrate Auckland Anniversary Day?

Families may face costs upwards of $800 per child for uniforms, stationery, technology.

Nineteen incidents were recorded nationwide in the past three months.

The reggae fans have attended every One Love festival together – until this year.

The new committee can make recommendations, but not decisions.

The crash is at the intersection of State Highway 47/SH4.

The club is to welcome a special international football guest ahead of its community day.

The video shows cars swerving to avoid flying timber and debris.

The council says it could lead to 'significant savings' and less waste.

With no body found, his disappearance was a mystery. Now a coroner has ruled.

Crash victims Jan and John Christensen are remembered for their community contributions.

'He’s destroyed our lives.'

Police and councils co-ordinate to track vehicles fleeing crime scenes.

'Fires can happen at any time and no one ever expects a fire.'

The nurse was stabbed during a callout in Rotorua.

The grant will help with upgrades of rehabilitation training machines and gym equipment.

'You get a good second of flying through the air before you hit the bottom.'

Leo Schweizer enlisted while on holidays from Otago University.

Three helicopters and multiple fire crews battled the blaze.

Resource consents for seven motels extended despite public objections.

Witnesses earlier said the fire was worrying nearby homeowners.