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Making NZ top destination for international students
Government wants international education to double economic contribution to $7.2b by 2034.
Opinion: Why Mary Meeker's latest AI insights can't be ignored
Influential trends report by 'Queen of the Internet' returns after six-year hiatus.
Puchner makes history with silver at U23 canoe slalom world champs
It's the first time a Kiwi has claimed an individual medal at this event.
One taken to Tauranga Hospital after SH29 crash
The crash at 5pm involved a car and a truck on SH29.
Landslide sparks evacuations, roads closed, homes flooded after storm
The North Island is expected to get off to a wet start this morning, with lingering rain.
'Some of the worst we’ve seen': Huge pile of concrete dumped illegally
Cleaning up the concrete and other waste is expected to cost between $25,000 and $30,000.
Tearful hunter admits shooting and killing friend
Mark Jefferson was on a hunting trip when he accidentally killed Stuart Stobie.
'Serious injuries': Crash closes highway
Emergency services are responding to a two-vehicle crash which has closed SH29.
Mixed verdicts delivered for Tribesmen accused of murdering one of their own
Mark 'Shark' Hohua died in June 2022 after a violent assault over money.
'Moments are priceless': Silver Ferns stars reunite for TV reality show
The show aims to inspire more girls to play netball across New Zealand.
Home-schooled students ride 755km to Parliament for equal sports access
Amelia Twiss and George Fisher made the journey over 10 days.
Heavy rain warning issued for Bay of Plenty, up to 140mm expected
Bay of Plenty is under an orange warning for heavy rain until 3am on Saturday.
'A sad loss': Why this prostate cancer treatment is 'disappearing' in NZ
'It’s not the treatment that’s the problem,' a urologist says.
Kaitiaki fight pathogen endangering iconic Mauao pōhutukawa
Seven guardians with ancestral ties lead the investigation on the maunga.
'Current hotspot': Back-to-back national titles for Tauranga basketballers
The Under-18 and Under-20 women's teams won their championships.
'Highly venomous': Deadly sea snake washes up on Coromandel beach
"Although they are generally docile ... it’s important not to approach or handle them."
Heavy rain warning likely for BoP – MetService
An orange warning has been issued for Coromandel and Waikato from 11am tomorrow.
Pedestrian injured in Pāpāmoa crash
The pedestrian was taken to Tauranga Hospital in moderate condition.
The amalgamation debate: Mayor claims 'no one’s prepared to act'
Tauranga mayor wants 'tough' conversations now. Where do the 3 other BoP leaders stand?