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Avocado, kiwifruit growers counting cost of Cyclone Dovi

Avocado trees completely uprooted by wind. Young gold kiwifruit poles knocked over.

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Zizi Sparks: Why those opposed to compulsory te reo in schools miss the point

Opinion: There are more pros than cons to studying te reo.

'Huge disruption': Power still out, businesses affected after Dovi

Thousands were impacted by power cuts across Tauranga and Western Bay of Plenty.

'Crazy', 'confusing': New, four-month cul de sac trial approved for Links Ave

'We'd be ecstatic but the fact that the cul-de-sac is part of the deal, I'm ... confused.'

Cheques out, community grants in: High Court signs off on TECT restructure

Despite some opposition, the path is now clear for TECT to proceed with its restructuring.

Muffins, scones and cups of tea: Bay of Plenty leaders gobble almost $118k in a year

One council spent almost $40,000 on catering.

More than 3500 vaccines administered on 'big boost' weekend

'While there is more mahi to be done, we are proud of the results,' the DHB says.

Truck and trailer rolls in Waioeka Gorge

There may be injuries, police say.

Dawn Picken: A message for singles before V-day

OPINION: Some of us are giving Cupid a break this Valentine's Day.

Carmen Hall: Let's make period undies available in schools free

Poor access to period products can affect students' attendance and engagement at school.

'Incredible story of survival': Swimmer's brush with death, out-of-body experience

The 21-year-old was swimming alone at Omanu Beach when he had a seizure and passed out.

On a knife-edge: Rainbow Springs may close for good

"As a child I remember visiting Rainbow Springs. It must remain open," says local MP.

'Keep an eye on the African wildebeest': Sacked hospital worker to appeal latest ruling

Former hospital worker who kept patient records as proof of bullying fails high court bid

Woman sentenced after driving dangerously, killing boyfriend

Simon Littlefair was thrown from a moving vehicle, landing on his head.

'Big boost in the Bay': DHB pushing for increase in booster vaccinations

Boosters will be made easily accessible all weekend through pop-ups and drive-throughs.