A Wellington urgent care clinic cannot extend its hours due to staff shortages, despite increased demand at the city's hospital.
Western Bay council is consulting on a proposal to lease part of Beach Road Recreation Reserve at Waihī Beach for a new medical centre. Feedback closes 8 F
Volunteers are holding a weeding bee at I'Anson Bush Reserve near Te Puna on 29 January to remove invasive moth plants before they set seed.
Three new constables are joining the Katikati police team in February 2026, boosting section staffing from two to three and improving community responsiven
Katikati is hosting two scarecrow competitions in February — the A&P Show on 1 Feb and a Grow on Katikati workshop on 14 Feb.
Katikati hairdressing champion Liz Ward has died aged 59. A look back at her remarkable career, community spirit and lasting legacy.
Dave Hume Pool in Katikati is hosting a free community pool party on 24 January following the completion of upgrade works at the heated complex.
Kai Resilience maps crop swaps, food forests, community gardens and kai projects across Aotearoa — a Vector Group Charitable Trust programme. List free.
Vector Group Charitable Trust (CC45966) builds kai resilience, regional directories and digital tools from Te Puke. Here's how Te Puke Today fits the network.
Te Puke's Capitol Theatre reopens with exciting events and community engagement after three years of closure.
Russell Lowe, renowned for kiwi breeding, honoured in King's Birthday Honours for contributions to horticulture and the kiwifruit industry.
The agricultural investment arm of the Mormon church acquires its second kiwifruit orchard in New Zealand to support its operations.
Kai Resilience maps crop swaps, food forests, community gardens and kai projects across Aotearoa — a Vector Group Charitable Trust programme. List free.
Ngāti Manawa aims to establish a forestry bio-hub to reverse economic decline in Kaingaroa and Murupara, potentially bringing new jobs.
Ngāti Manawa seeks to establish a forestry bio-hub in Bay of Plenty to create jobs and revitalise the local economy.
Mayor Tania Tapsell seeks a four-week extension to address councillor concerns over the Head Start proposal.
Tech company Halter has reached a milestone with 1.5 million cows wearing its innovative collars for virtual fencing.
Dual citizens face long waits for Irish passports amid new UK border rules, causing significant travel disruptions and challenges.
An economist suggests renters may end up $700,000 better off than first-home buyers due to market conditions.
Mayor Tania Tapsell seeks a four-week extension to address councillor concerns over the Head Start proposal.
Wellington's Newtown faces fears of a bad batch of synthetic cannabis affecting locals. Services are reportedly failing those in need.
A toddler's tragic choking incident serves as a vital reminder for home safety protocols in Aotearoa.
New issues arise as outdated counters at NZ's conservation sites lose visitor data.