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Slips affecting roads, second wettest September day on record
Warnings and watches for Bay of Plenty were set to expire overnight.
Jury finds Mongrel Mob trio not guilty of murdering David Kuka
One of the trio was found guilty of being an accessory after the fact to murder.
Chronic asthma: Girl hospitalised 23 times for respiratory illnesses
Chloe Crump has been hospitalised 23 times for her respiratory conditions,
Extra $3.4m approved for Historic Village building work after issues found
Other village buildings may close in the future if found to be 'unsafe'.
Cocaine bust: $12m worth of drug found in shipping container at port
The bust occurred after Port of Tauranga security staff detected signs of a break-in.
Pharmac offers alternative brain cancer drug - but it's not Medsafe approved
Advocates say the solution does not solve the shortage of treatment options.
Rain warnings upgraded for BoP, spilling at Matahina Dam
Atmospheric river moving northwest through the country today.
'Massive workforce crisis ': Tradie skills shortage despite soaring apprenticeship numbers
More than $652 million has been paid to employers on Apprenticeship Boost.
'Enormous loss': BestStart founder Chloe Wright dies
The officer of the NZ Order of Merit died at her Omokoroa home this weekend.
John Bryant named coach of the year at SLSNZ awards
Bryant was described as “an ardent supporter of clubs across the country".
'This saved my life': Cancer survivor urges men over 50 to get simple test
He said a simple PSA blood test saved his life and more men should get checked.
Opinion: Why paying for parking won't kill this popular Bay spot
OPINION: I don’t think the Mount is going to face a shortage of visitors.
'Anxious' and 'uncomfortable': Concern after girls' school puts camera in toilet block
School says the camera is to "discourage undesirable behaviour” and can't reach cubicles.
What candidates say to cancer patient facing $23k cost every three weeks for drug
Tauranga MP candidates respond to Sue Wall-Cade's story.
Mark Lister: Why so gloomy? It’s not so bad out there
OPINION: There’s little point being an investor unless you believe things will get better.
10 ways to make the most of daylight saving in the Bay of Plenty
Drinks, food, activities: we've got your extra daylight hours covered.
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'Absolute nonsense': Defence lawyers close case in David Kuka murder trial
The jury has retired to consider its verdict.
‘You guys are all we’ve got’: Mount air quality report sparks plea
A report on premature deaths and pollution could be a tool in BOPRC’s kit to clean the air
'Consequences, not holidays': Mum's horror at penalty after son kicked in face
His mother says the school's punishment decision after the 'vicious' attack is too light.
Mongrel Mob murder trial: Crown closes case against trio
Crown: 'This murder would not have happened without these three defendants.'
'Overwhelmed with emotion': Students finish gruelling 40-hour challenge for mental health
The group did 40 hours of biking, swimming, gym sessions and other physical activities.
New role for Todd Muller announced
Muller served as the MP for Bay of Plenty from 2014 until his retirement this year.
Near-record temps in BoP but rain is on the way
Kawerau recorded the highest temperature in the region.
Gang boss apologises for street attack, fresh threats made at meeting
The gang boss claimed he did his best to stop the fight escalating.
$630k smash and grab: Teen jewellery thief sentenced after brazen mall raid
A hooded trio was filmed raiding a Michael Hill Jewellers store in a Bay of Plenty mall.
Supreme Court denies Bella Vista developer's bid to appeal convictions
The court ruled the appeal application did not have 'sufficient prospects of success'.
'Living and breathing in their classrooms': Te ao Māori curriculum launched
The new te ao Māori curriculum encompasses te reo Māori, local tikanga, history.
'Caused a lot of pain': Election candidates back review of retirement village law
'Frankly, this piece of legislation has not been delivering as it should be.'
Giving back to community drives newest Te Puke Community Board member
Neena Chauhan says her two great passions are the community and children.
Why this secretive bird population is now thriving near Rotorua
There are 289 breeding pairs in the forest - NZ's second-largest population.
'Win-win': 500+ council staff get free bus travel in $100k initiative
One residents' association backs it but another questions the benefits.
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