
Thousands enjoying relatively smooth start to R&V
Organisers confirmed at least 17,000 people attended the festival on Saturday.
Organisers confirmed at least 17,000 people attended the festival on Saturday.
A local figure was concerned about litter in Gray's Bush as the festival approached.
The North Island's central, eastern and southern areas are set to see the worst weather.
Contaminated beaches in Gisborne; other North Island spots to enjoy sunny New Year's Eve.
Holidaymakers have been warned to steer clear of the water after heavy rainfall.
NZ Transport Agency data reveals the worst places for crashes in Tairāwhiti 2014-24.
Police advised motorists to avoid SH2 near the Wharerata Ranges due to fallen trees.
'I love going to the races, drinking champagne and having a bet'
A low-pressure system to the east is forecast to drive in southerlies.
Many sites north of Gisborne were hit with 100mm of rain over a 24 hour period.
'This shows that even smaller communities can have an outsized impact'.
One lane of the road remains closed with traffic management near the crash scene.
Gisborne Hospital tackles road issues; safety prioritised in repair plans.
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Investigations found a Gisborne restaurant illegally selling tobacco to the public.
Wayne Dewes died in hospital from severe injuries.
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More details have been released about the cause of the mass power outage.
Eastland Port open for business again over the weekend after stormy weather.
Wayne Dewes died in hospital from severe injuries.
The outages are possibly due to lightning strikes.
AA's message to drivers: Be prepared for roadie delays – be polite to road workers.
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The former councillor and East Coast Rugby Union life member died on Thursday.
Contractors shifting bigger debris on the city beaches after the storm
This week's rain welcomed by grape growers and winemakers