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'Bold and unique': How a bad matcha led to an award-winning Bay of Plenty brand

Nomu Matcha now supplies more than 70 cafes and retailers across New Zealand.

'Trust your training': Teen rhythmic gymnast chases world stage dream

The 16-year-old Tauranga gymnast will compete in Belgium and Portugal in May.

'World-class talent': Defence drone pioneer named Tauranga Business of the Year

The Mount Maunganui-based firm's CEO has said he wants it to be the 'next Rocket Lab'.

Superhero squad laces up for Tauranga's Relay for Life return on March 14

Strength comes in all forms, from superheroes to cancer fighters.

Two stark paths for markets as oil shock tests investors’ nerve – Mark Lister

OPINION: Oil has spent much of the past week trading above US$100 a barrel.

Comvita taps $30m capital raise as Singapore giant takes strategic stake

Fraser and Neave will take a 19.9% strategic stake and a board seat at Comvita.

Kiwifruit growers endured Cyclone Vaianu without major damage

About five million trays of red kiwifruit have already been packed and shipped.

Cyclone Vaianu: Telcos name worst-hit areas for broadband and mobile outages

One NZ and Spark using Starlink satellite-to-mobile to plug coverage gaps.

Jazz takes over Tauranga at the 63rd National Jazz Festival

International acts return, including the Adrian Cox Trio and Benjamin J Shepherd.

Rural retreats chase booming wellness tourism dollar in Bay

More tourists are seeking unplugged, nature-based getaways.

Choosing real‑life chemistry in a world full of dating apps

Many now say swiping left and right feels isolating rather than exciting.

I've cared for 100 dying people. This is what I want people to know about death

There are similarities in what the dying share, Pamela Shennan says.

Ford Tourneo Courier is part-van, part passenger-car and 100 per cent fun

Courier can be had as a commercial van or SUV-adjacent people mover.

Lamborghini design is expanding way beyond cars into fashion, homes and tech

'Translating our language into new sectors is a creative challenge,' says the company.

Hyundai’s new Ioniq 3 electric hatch focuses on space and simplicity

'Aero hatch' will be the most affordable member of the Ioniq family.

A hybrid can save you 30 per cent in fuel without any plugging-in hassles. Here’s every model on sale

Check out our Ultimate Guide to hybrids, with every model on sale ordered by price.

90s All Black star sells his Remuera villa for over $5m

Two families went head-to-head in the auction room.

'Hey mate, you got a spare $45K?': Once-in-a-lifetime bach at dream fishing spot

Waterfront holiday home up for grabs after 26 years.

Tony Alexander: Reserve Bank has lost the plot on inflation and interest rates

Forecast failures - what it means for your mortgage.

Biggest deal since Dotcom: Coatesville mega-mansion sells for close to $18m

Overseas buyer swoops and buys the biggest trophy home on the block.

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'Hectic': The roar is a busy season for taxidermists and butchers

'We just get inundated with stags and hinds and all sorts.'

The Country: Luxon fired up on India FTA and coalition politics

On today's show: Christopher Luxon, Mark Warren, Matt Bolger and Dr Jacqueline Rowarth.

Luxon fires up at Peters: NZ First responsible for PM Jacinda Ardern

The Prime Minister says Winston Peters is trying to 'scaremonger'.

From humble beginning to Farmer of the Year honours

Hill Country Farmer of the Year winner's field day biggest in the competition's 44 years.