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Why Zespri's shareholder numbers are getting attention
Zespri leaders confront a challenging dilemma as agriculture minister looks on.
New Bay of Plenty Regional Council sworn in at Whakatāne marae
Doug Leeder has returned to his former position as chairman and Jane Nees as deputy.
Government rules out additional inflation relief as Kiwis' cost of living soars
Inflation prompts upward revision of interest rate forecasts & opens political tax debate.
Road still closed after 'very large slip' on SH2 in Ōpōtiki
The road will remain closed overnight.
Court of last resort: Sacked hospital worker's appeal bid denied
Ana Shaw objected to a large legal costs bill; now it's higher after losing appeal bid.
Crown's bid to appeal teen rapist's sentence dismissed
Despite the appeal being dismissed the judge says the sentence is 'manifestly inadequate'.
Police release name of Te Puke fatal crash victim
The two-vehicle crash happened near Te Puke on Sunday.
Honour for station officer
When he joined, Ivon never expected to be a 25-year firefighting veteran.
Luke Kirkness: Why it's time to arm our police
OPINION: The statistics show why the need for arming police is so high.
Tauranga man killed in Mid Canterbury crash - cause of fatal collision still under investigation
The man who died in a crash in Mid Canterbury at the weekend was from Tauranga.
Annual exhibition on Labour Weekend
Waihi Art Group prepares for an exhibition that will feature the work of 20 artists.
Letters: What's at the top of the cliff to deal with youth crime?
OPINION: Our readers have their say.
'A true leader': First wāhine Māori marine professor welcomed
Kura Paul-Burke is one of only three Māori marine professors in New Zealand.
Black ties, Barry and a banker
Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr is the guest speaker at the black tie event.
200 public car parks on way as CBD development gets green light for groundworks
"We should see a real start on site within the next two-to-three weeks."
Watch: Family's 'holy s*** moment' as oncoming van veers into their lane
'The video doesn't do it justice either as to how close they actually were.'
Whakaari owners to face trial next year over fatal volcanic eruption
Owners of White Island claim they did try to ensure the safety of others on the island.
Special Olympics torch flame to light up Paeroa
The 'Flame of Hope' represents courage, opportunity and equality.
Four injured in SH36 crash
Police were called to the two-vehicle crash about 1.40pm.
Vaa'i signing seen as critical in ABs' long-term plans
NZR announces the extension of Tupou Vaa'i's contract with the Gallagher Chiefs to 2025.
Police charge gang members with raft of driving offences, intimidation
Police had reports of intimidation and driving offences by a small group of gang members.
Sparky 'catches lift' to Waikato Hospital
Westpac Rescue Helicopter relies on donations from businesses and the public.
The Premium Debate: Farm emissions tax shows Govt disconnect
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Local Focus: Getting to know new regional councillor Ron Scott
Who is first-term Bay of Plenty regional councillor Ron Scott?
Local Focus: Getting to know new Regional Councillor, Kat Macmillan
Who is first-term Bay of Plenty Regional Councillor Kat Macmillan?
Kiwi musicians rally in support of DJ Jay Bulletproof's family
Jay Monds, better known as DJ Jay Bulletproof, died in September aged just 46.
Jo Raphael: Cruise ship passengers a sight for sore eyes
OPINION: Welcome, the Bay of Plenty is open for business.
Quashed: Court of Appeal orders retrial for man accused of murdering toddler
Adrian Clancy was convicted of murdering the 17-month-old in 2021.
'Really impressive': Colonoscopy waitlist in Bay of Plenty halves
The number of people on the waitlist was reduced by 45 per cent compared to 2021.
Drugs, Bitcoin and the dark web: Son of former drug lord in court
Billy Macfarlane's son has admitted running a drug syndicate in Rotorua and Tauranga.
Stolen artworks believed to be in Whangamatā
The art has been on-sold illegally to a person or persons in Whangamatā.
Ōmokoroa: Construction of $3m extension to begin
The extension is estimated to be finished by mid-2023.