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Bay of Plenty nurses encouraging people to go out and get their flu jab

The Ministry of Health is encouraging New Zealanders to get vaccinated this winter.

Road still closed but power back on after wild weather

Severe weather was blamed for road closures, fallen trees and power cuts.

Whakarewarewa dominant against Rangiuru

Whakarewarewa are producing some big wins at the pointy end of round one.

Hundreds still without power after strong winds

Power remains out for hundreds of people after severe winds overnight.

Women's Rugby: Whakarewarewa try fest

Local rivals Whakarewarewa and Rotoiti went head-to-head on Mothers' Day.

Rotorua Boys' take on Wesley College

Rotorua Boys' High School took on familiar foes Wesley College on Saturday.

Tauranga advance in cup competition

Tauranga City have won their first-round Chatham Cup match.

Whakarewarewa run rings around Rangiuru

Whakarewarewa beat Rangiuru 57-19 at home today.

Surgeon entitled to retirement payout, court rules

Long-serving doctor awarded nearly 40 days' worth of pay from employer after retirement.

Bakers to chase Truckie and Tradie Pie honours

Annual Bakels NZ Supreme Pie Awards entries have opened

Nikorima adds value in the wrong places

Kodi Nikorima is a versatile player but the Warriors need to strengthen other areas.

Bust to boom: The kiwifruit industry's amazing comeback

From bust to boom - the kiwifruit industry has had a remarkable recovery from Psa.

More students need expert mental health help

A rise in youth mental health issues has high school principals concerned.

Angel at the crash site: 'She was dying in my arms'

"She asked for my name.... and then she asked if I was a real angel."

Real-life Angel among strangers who helped

Several strangers raced to help Margaret Gundersen as she lay trapped after car crash.

Tauranga's property boom moves to Rotorua

Tauranga's current median sale price is $675,000