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UPDATED: One dead after serious crash closes SH2 at Mangatāwhiri

Police say one person has died following a serious crash on State Highway 2 near Mangatāwhiri. Emergency services were called to a crash involving a...

Camp sites used by Phillips’ family to be dismantled

The scene examination of the camping areas believed to have been used by Tom Phillips and his children is nearing completion today. "The investigation team...

Police release new photos of Tom Phillips’ campsite

Police are today continuing the search and examination of what they believe to be the main campsite of Marokopa man Tom Phillips and his...

Peters: Rail ferries enter final procurement stage

Ferry Holdings has secured the preferred supplier of two new ferries to serve passengers, road and rail in New Zealand for the next 30...

Auckland dog shelters under strain as record numbers impounded

  Escalating numbers of roaming dogs has prompted Auckland Council to make a plea to “irresponsible” owners as its annual Animal Management report details record levels...

Anzac Day 2025: Services across Franklin and North Waikato

Āwhitu Anzac Commemoration  Service: 8.30am at Awhitu Cenotaph, Āwhitu Central Church, 16 Hamilton Road.  Other Details: Community morning tea and cuppa to follow the service. Bringing...

Large blaze at Papakura scrap metal yard

Papakura residents have been told to stay inside their homes with their windows shut after a large fire broke out in a scrap metal...

Billy the kitty gunning 4 bunnies

So, with that, it’s onwards and upwards for 2018 – enjoy! Well, as usual I will start with a comment on the weather. Last...

Of high-goal hopes

Many a sport involving horses is referred to as ‘the sport of kings’ but, considering its right regal pedigree, polo is perhaps the most...

Cookies & Cream Dream

This slice is a little bit outrageous – I think it’s the equivalent of the Snickalicious Slice from Scrumptious, actually.