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Widening of MSD scope 'absurd', opposition says
But others in the Bay have welcomed the additional support, which included youth.
Revealed: What owners want at Tauranga Home Show
The show attracted thousands of visitors over the weekend.
Migrants prefer Australia, Canada over NZ due to crime, housing costs - recruiter
A recruiter at a UK job market says no one wanted to move here.
Kaimai fatal crash: Eyewitness praises doctor, nurse and off-duty policeman
'My heart goes out to the families.'
'Thrilled': Proposal to lower voting age to 16 supported
The review proposes other changes - including four-year council terms.
Letters: Govt reluctance to tighten alcohol laws
OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
Photographer showcases 'raw and real' portraits of 40 NZ women over 40
Women are notoriously hard on themselves and this is about letting go of perfection.
Michele Hunter: Frustrated public is starting to lose its faith in the justice system
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Amazeing: Rotorua icon to reopen in December
New owners Chris and Fiona Callander promise visitors fun, challenges and surprises.
'High need' for school lunches as more students need food to 'cope with the day'
A principal said the food crisis for families is far greater than is being funded by Govt.
Pukehina teen opens up about road to recovery after bone marrow transplant
'What I have been through is a lot harder than what it looks like from the outside.'
Rollin' for the rainbow: Bay of Plenty roller derby groups to compete in fundraiser
Funds will go to Gender Dynamix, whose building burned down earlier this year.
$20.5 million in rates still unpaid as late penalties loom
The last day of the council's grace period for rates is October 31.
'Shocked': Cyclist told to 'f*** off' after saying kia ora
The abuse happened on Tauranga's main road.
'Humble' unsung hero of Whakaari/White Island eruption honoured by family after death
'If it wasn't for Jason doing what he did, [some of the injured] would have died.'
One dead after Kaimai Range Summit crash, SH29 open
'The road diversions available will likely add significant travel time.'
Man arrested after hours-long standoff with armed police
Multiple police including AOS swooped on a Tauranga property in Otumoetai.
Sonya Bateson: We don't want our children becoming rapists through ignorance
OPINION: Parents should be teaching young adults about healthy sexual relationships.
Luke Kirkness: The world can be dangerous. I'm glad there are heroes out there
OPINION: It's clear that Whakaari rescuers have courageous and noble qualities.
The Premium Debate: Subscribers have their say on alcohol harm
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Divers join search for French tourist last seen kayaking on Lake Rotorua
'Police continue to ask anyone who may have seen this man or his kayak to come forward.'
Driver praised as investigation into school bus fire begins
'Buses can be replaced, and we are so thankful no-one was injured.'
Police unlawfully entered home, IPCA report finds
'The actions of the officers were unlawful, they were not uncaring,' the authority said.
Fury after Te Urewera huts dismantled, demolished
Work is now under way to strip and dismantle back-country Department of Conservation huts.
Opinion: Alcohol-related harm can be reduced - if we act
We all pay the price when it comes to inaction over alcohol-related harm.
Letters to the editor: Removal of Mauao memorial seat appalling
OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
Beloved night concerts return to Katikati
Katikati Twilight Concert tickets are now on sale.
Magic of the mallet: Croquet club celebrates 100 years
Tauranga Croquet Club marks its centenary at Tauranga Domain this weekend.
Doctors say patients 'choosing to die' due to lack of local treatment options
Health Minister blames issues on legacy of underfunding by past governments.
'There was blood... everywhere': Police mental health callouts rise
'We're building a whole new mental health system and it does take time' - health minister.
Missing French tourist's friends plead for public help with search as kayak found
A French traveller was last seen kayaking on Lake Rotorua on Monday.