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Three hospitalised after getting into trouble in water off Tairua Beach

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Three individuals required hospital treatment yesterday afternoon after encountering difficulties off the northern end of Tairua Beach in the Coromandel Peninsula. The incident unfolded just before 6pm, prompting a multi-agency response. Rescue Operation Details SurfCom received notification from police and ambulance services regarding reports of three people calling for help near the rocks, an area … Read more

Severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of North Island

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A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for portions of the North Island, beginning this afternoon. The forecast indicates potential for thunderstorms between 1pm and 9pm today. Storms Expected Across Multiple Regions The affected areas include inland Bay of Plenty (east of Rotorua), eastern Taupō, inland Gisborne, and the Wairoa District. MetService reports these thunderstorms … Read more

Flash flooding in Wairoa, funnel clouds seen as storms batter North Island

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Severe storms brought flash flooding to streets in Wairoa on Saturday, prompting a series of severe thunderstorm watches and heavy rain warnings across the North Island. The disruption began with a severe thunderstorm warning issued for Wairoa at 11am, renewed twice before being lifted in the early afternoon. According to MetService, conditions were “favourable for … Read more

Power cuts, trees down as heavy rain, gales batter upper North

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A powerful low-pressure system is sweeping across New Zealand, bringing widespread disruption as 2025 draws to a close. Weather alerts have been upgraded to warnings for much of the North Island and the northern South Island, threatening to impact summer plans and New Year’s Eve celebrations. Widespread Warnings and Disruptions Orange heavy rain and strong … Read more

Family pursued 5km, rammed repeatedly in Christmas road rage

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A mother, identified only as Rachel, and her two sons were subjected to a frightening road rage incident on Christmas Day in the Bay of Plenty. The ordeal, which left Rachel’s vehicle undriveable, involved a five-kilometre pursuit and repeated ramming by the driver of a silver minivan. Details of the Attack The incident began around … Read more

Man jailed for beating dog with shovel

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A man in Tauranga, New Zealand, has been sentenced to four months in prison after pleading guilty to charges related to beating his dog with a shovel in September 2024. Details of the Incident The incident came to light after a witness reported hearing a dog yelping at the man’s property. Upon investigation, the witness … Read more

Man charged with murder in Rotorua homicide investigation

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A 28-year-old man has been arrested and charged with murder following the death of Nicholas Mitchell last week. The arrest comes after an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Mitchell’s death, which began Friday evening. Investigation Launched After Vehicle Collision Officers responded to reports of a vehicle colliding with a tree on Ford Rd in the … Read more

The Rotorua teen who never missed a day of school

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Why Perfect Attendance Is More Than a School Record When Casey Paul walked across the stage at Rotorua Girls’ High School, she didn’t just celebrate a diploma—she showcased a 13‑year streak of flawless attendance. While the Ministry of Education praised her accomplishment, the story sparks a larger conversation about the future of student health, school … Read more

Hobson’s Pledge uses Rotorua mayor’s image

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Rotorua Mayor’s Image Used Without Permission: The Growing Concerns of Digital Misrepresentation The Incident: Tapsell vs. Hobson’s Pledge Rotorua Mayor Tania Tapsell has publicly criticized Hobson’s Pledge, a political lobby group, for using her image and selectively quoting her in a social media post concerning Māori wards. Tapsell claims the organization misrepresented her views, implying … Read more

‘Frustrated locals’ lash out: Tauranga parking machines vandalised

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Tauranga Parking Wars: Vandalism Signals a Looming Crisis in Urban Mobility Frustration is boiling over in Tauranga, New Zealand, as locals resort to vandalism in protest against newly implemented paid parking zones. The recent damage to parking machines highlights a growing tension between residents, businesses, and city councils over urban planning and accessibility. The Hammer … Read more

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