Libby Kirkby-McLeod

Local opinion was split, with concerns the arrival of the fast food brands would kill the village vibe, while others thought it would deliver an economic boost.

Asphalt is great for roads that had a lot of trucks and a strong base - but that's not your average suburban street. Audio

'Brink of excellence': New Hauraki Coromandel tourism boss focused on challenges.

Tim Macindoe is the early frontrunner, but more than 5500 votes were cast in the final hours.

The Rototuna Reservoir tested positive for ecoli at the weekend, affecting about 30,000 residents and closing schools and businesses.

The coronial inquiry into the 2019 eruption, has been delayed several years due to criminal proceedings related to the events.

In several personal statements it was suggested the island should be handed over to the government and never used again for tourism.

The first phase of the inquiry will commence in Whakatāne today, nearly six years after the fatal 2019 eruption.

Carter Holt Harvey announced earlier in September they were consulting on closing the plant.

A free family-friendly neighbourhood party is happening in downtown Hamilton on Saturday aiming to get people voting in the local election.

An Air New Zealand jet from Christchurch will touch down in Hamilton on Thursday afternoon and will then fly five times a week.

More possible job losses in the district will be gutting for the families involved, says a local leader.

His mum says her son, who can't always regulate his emotions, relies on school for interaction with other children.

Up to 119 jobs could go at Carter Holt Harvey's Tokoroa factory, with locals calling the move devastating for the town. Audio

Tom Phillips and his three children went missing in December 2021, and eluded police for nearly four years. Here's how it went down.

The restaurant was awarded two hats, which is given to dining establishments that prove consistently outstanding.

A geothermal plant outside of Taupō will soon power up its fifth electricity generator. Audio

One regional council is promising to identify and recover costs from responsible parties, as the number of derelict vessels continues to rise.

Over 14,000 young people are expected to take part in this year's games.

Despite several request the Auditor-General's office will not look into spending by Tauranga City Council between 2021 and 2024.

Some Waikato residents are barking mad at the way the local council has promoted a "discount" on dog registration fees.

Members of the NZ rowing programme make up most of the Waipa Workforce staff.

A man who died on Trigg Ave in Rotorua is being remembered by friends, family, and fellow kapa haka performers.

Rotorua Lakes Council Mayor called it "disappointing click bait".

Government legislation and abuse of councillors are among factors making people reluctant to stand, one councillor says.