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Tributes like kids' emotion haka for Wainui a way to show we care in Covid times

OPINION: Restrictions on funerals have been one of the hardest parts of the Covid era.

Social agency buys CBD property for homeless hub

It is hoped the one-stop shop of support services will be open by Christmas.

'Direct attack': Māori Party demands apology from Mallard over vax comments

"We expect a retraction ... and a public apology to both Mr Pem Bird and Te Pāti Māori."

Tauranga NPC match off as rugby community pays tribute to Sean Wainui

Sean Wainui will be farewelled at a tangi at Te Wainui Marae in Gisborne on Sunday.

White Island defendants' trial date starts in July 2023

The trial is for those charged in the wake of the Whakaari / White Island eruption.

Houses for courses? Future of golf, racecourse land up for debate

Strong feedback is expected - and even people prepared to 'chain themselves to the gates'

Cartel-linked drugs plot alleged: Nine men defend cocaine and P charges

Operation Tarpon alleged drug importation and drug dealing defendants heading to trial.

How you voted on New Zealand's pandemic response

We asked you several Covid-19 questions about the pandemic. Here's how you voted.

Covid-19: Six in Bay given low vaccine doses

The DHB was working with the provider to ensure a similar incident would not happen again.

'Matahui magic': School facing closure now has a solid future

In July the school announced it was struggling financially and would be forced to close.

Covid-19: 15 people given expired vaccines, six in Bay given low doses

Affected people have been contacted and encouraged to get vaccinated again.

'Absolutely devastating my bro': Stan Walker pays tribute to Sean Wainui

Stan Walker shared a photo of him with Sean Wainui and their wives on their wedding day.

22 liquor stores: Town proposes ban on new bottle shops

It is hoped the move will curb some of the alcohol harm already affecting the town.

'Worst pain I have ever felt': Company fined after worker loses tops of fingers

A Waihī company and its director have been convicted after a worker was severely injured.

Luke Kirkness: how I've come to tackle my insecurities

OPINION: I'm no expert but this is how I've overcome my insecurities.

Govt buys CBD sections for new $150m courthouse

More details have been revealed about the planned new $150m Tauranga courthouse.