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Anchored freight ship MV Achilles Bulker back in port
The ship lost its rudder more than two weeks ago.
‘Hostility on the sideline’: Netball spectators warned over aggressive behaviour
A mum who saw an adult belittling a 12yo umpire says bad conduct can make kids quit sport.
Bay of Plenty Rugby Union referee manager Jax Reuben-Swinton shares insights
'Jax' aims to create an environment where referees can feel safe expressing themselves.
'Clever and courageous': Sir Paul Adams receives top business honour
"Paul is a very clever and courageous businessman."
'Irreplaceable': The plan to protect Rotorua’s famed but fragile geothermal system
'It is still recovering from our past mistreatment.'
Cowboys and Indians: Boult's adventure brings him back home
Trent Boult has swapped T20 cricket for a black cap while preparing for the ODI World Cup.
'Dad didn't make it': Family tragedy caused by meth-using driver who had been awake for four days
Son should have been celebrating his birthday. Instead, his father died.
Council investigating ‘total unnecessary destruction’ of beautified Pāpāmoa walkway
Riparian planting and eels have been dug up in 'failed' efforts to better stormwater flow.
Gymsport initiative getting Te Puke kids moving
Eight local schools are taking part in the Movement Unlimited programme.
Tara Ward: Thank you for doing the shopping, Sam Uffindell
OPINION: Fellow grocery shopper Tara Ward thanks MP Sam Uffindell for his service.
Police watchdog slams investigation into officer who struck two youths who were not resisting arrest
The watchdog says police 'pre-emptively exonerated' the officer.
NZ dance crews ‘among the best’ at world hip-hop champs
Teams from Aotearoa have won five medals in six divisions in the United States.
'Too scared to go to the toilet': Students intimidated by vapers taking over bathrooms
It comes as new vaping rules came into place this month.
Confessions of a netball dad: The worst things I’ve seen courtside in NZ
What follows are true confessions from my time standing courtside.
'Big fan of K-pop': Student to feature in Korean reality TV show
Students will be filmed over eight days as they stay with a host family.
King sends Betty 100th-birthday card
Betty is a kind, selfless lady, loved by everyone.
Watch: Thief raids jewellery store in 'terrifying' daylight robbery
The jewellery store owner threw cardboard boxes at the thief, who was wielding a weapon.
On hunt for favourite Footrot Flats characters
The musical stage show featuring Wal, Dog etc is coming to Te Puke.
Golfers tee off in wildly varied weather conditions
Golfers take to the fairways in all kinds of weather.
Garden Ramble back on the radar
Katikati's best gardens feature in the 2023 Garden Ramble.
Vegas, baby! Katikati College students celebrate special night in style
Katikati College senior students celebrate their special night in true Las Vegas style.
Donations are the cat’s meow
Catherine gives thanks for donations as she rehomes the last of her rescue cats.
Employment scheme helping youth on their path
A service in Katikati helps young adults into employment and training.
Ōpōtiki gears up for Mataatua secondary kapa haka competition
The kapa haka competition is set to start today at the Ōhui Domain.
‘Genuinely sincere guy’: Former councillor dies leaving lasting legacy for city
He is remembered as a loyal friend and tireless advocate.
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Parkour coach targets international competition
Parkour is a fast, exciting, growing sport that is accessible to anyone.
New tourism venture for well-known oyster farm
The Ōhope oyster farm's new owners have big plans.
Two crashes in Ōpōtiki, one involving pedestrian
Police were called to both incidents this morning.
Hauraki Gulf marine protection area tripled, bottom trawling banned
New protection for Auckland's 'absolute treasure'.
‘Silly': Rotorua cemetery housing plans under fire
'I can’t believe it’s on the radar'.
Whānau of 'outgoing, special' girl killed by train tell of grief
'It’s so sad that she went so early in her life.'