The street in whata is cordoned off during what police say is a pre-planned operation. Read...

Nearby school access remains unaffected by the operation, police say. Read...

Only three people put their hands up for the four-person Rotorua Lakes Community Board. Read...

State Highway 5 had earlier closed. Read...

The campaign asked people to vote no to Maori wards. Read...

A state highway in the Bay of Plenty is closed due to a vehicle fire. Read...

Hobson’s Pledge used an image of Ellen Tamati without her permission. Read...

The hardest part was from 2am to 6am: `It’s pretty cold, and it’s a little bit lonely.` Read...

Only one person wanted the seat, but its winner says that might be good sign. Read...

Head judge Kerry Tyack said having two finalists from one city was impressive. Read...