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Two deaths: Workplace, rural incidents under investigation

The deaths occurred at two separate incidents in Ōmokoroa and Te Puke.

'A dog's breakfast': Pāpāmoa residents, commissioners clash

Commissioners meet with concerned residents, face 'considerable objection'

One dead in incident at rural property in Te Puke

Police were alerted at 1.40pm today.

The Premium Debate: Supply chain issues a huge concern for people

OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.

Opinion: Jane Campion's comment missed the mark

OPINION: There is no comparison between Campion's and the Williams sisters' battles.

'Absolutely gutted': Friends of missing doctor on search being suspended

With no new information, police suspended the search for the missing doctor.

'Low-lives': Burglars slammed after 'devastating' hospice shop raid

Loss of potential revenue could mean less money for palliative patient care and nurses.

Police stand-off with man who allegedly made death threats against PM

Richard Sivell has allegedly made threats against the PM - today police paid a visit.

Park idea gets cautious bark of approval

More consultation events coming at Pukehina Beach and Maketū.

'Big changes' forecast for peninsula: Council seeks residents' views

Tauranga City Council is seeking community feedback as it plans the next 50 years.

'Crisis point' as social inequality impacting on healthcare

A GP shortage has impacted some Bay of Plenty communities more than others.

Graham Bell: Nation's crime rate - it's not so bad

Former top cop says New Zealand is a very safe country.

Jo Raphael: Drug bosses now paying for their own vile crimes

OPINION: Drug criminals make money off people's misery - and it's disgusting.

Edible weeds and other eco-thrifty tips for eating well

The main way to make meals cheap and sustainable is to eat less meat and more plant foods

Business digest: Young Innovator Awards 2022 launches

Got business news? Email carmen.hall@nzme.co.nz or zoe.hunter@nzme.co.nz

'We're all getting old buggers': Experts split on raising age of superannuation

However, a support group says elderly people are already struggling to make ends meet.