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‘Privilege’ in the skies: Veteran pilots keep Anzac flyover tradition alive

This year the flyover will feature two Yak-52 Russian trainer aircraft.

'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'.

Opinion: 1970s stagflation fears are rising again, but are they overblown?

OPINION: The Reserve Bank warns inflation could reach 4.2% in the June quarter.

$22m loan package announced for struggling regional airlines

Airlines already under pressure before Iran war have taken hits from soaring fuel prices.

Paper road fight: Court tosses mine vents consent but fast-track plan stands for Waihī

OceanaGold says fast-track approval lets it move the vents on to DoC land.

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.

‘Privilege’ in the skies: Veteran pilots keep Anzac flyover tradition alive

This year the flyover will feature two Yak-52 Russian trainer aircraft.

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.

Making the switch to EV or PHEV: five things you need to know

Choosing the right plug-in car is one thing, knowing how to use it is another.

Smart signals a return to its roots with tiny #2 city car concept

Yes, it's destined for production: #2 reinvents the original fortwo formula for a new era.

Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric: NZ pricing for 911-inspired SUV

Porsche claims its large SUV has the 'flyline' and sporting character of its iconic 911.

The Freelander SUV is back after 11 years, but it’s not exactly a Land Rover any more.

Land Rover and China's Chery have teamed up to relaunch Freelander as a new-tech SUV.

Sacred Heart old boy paid $38m for rich lister's waterfront mansion

Stunning Herne Bay home snapped up by under-the-radar buyer.

Watch: I’ve got $10m to spend ... How the ultra-wealthy go real estate shopping

OneRoof takes a tour of high-end properties with Barfoot & Thompson's Paul Neshausen.

Photobombing cat, talking goat: Are house listings going to the dogs?

Meet the pets helping sell their houses.

Warriors boss selling his multi-million-dollar home

Ken Reinsfield and his wife plan to build a family compound in the same suburb.

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The Country: Christopher Luxon on his approach to the media

On today's show: Christopher Luxon, Mike Petersen, Matt Keyte and Hunter McGregor.

Rural GP fears services could 'disappear overnight' under funding shake-up

Patients would have to travel about 40 minutes to Tauranga in some circumstances.

NZ Winegrowers joins global call for white wine emoji

NZ Winegrowers says 95% of NZ’s $2.1 billion wine export industry is of the white variety.

Whanganui cat control: Residents urged to have their say on pest plan

'There’ll be people always with pet cats but it’s how they manage them.'