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Tragedy hero: 'He gave all his strength to save her' - dad sacrifices life to save daughter in rip

"It is a story of love of a whānau who would give everything for each other."

Felix Desmarais: Why I resent Six60

OPINION: I don't like Six60 or New Zealand. Let me explain.

Joelle King and Paul Coll play NZ Squash Open finals today

Kiwi top seeds Joelle King and Paul Coll both made it to the NZ Squash Open finals.

'Fat is not a naughty word': Plus-size shoppers call for change

Reader opinion: Many plus-size items are 'ugly', more expensive, and ill-fitting.

Six60 looking forward to a 'magical' show in Rotorua

"I can't wait to be a part of everyone's good time on Saturday," Six60's guitarist said.

Sonya Bateson: Stop the blame game on emergency housing - we need action

OPINION: Families need homes now. We don't have the luxury of time.

18 medical events, four vehicle accidents, one rescue: Aerocool Rescue Helicopter's October missions

The helicopter flew 49 missions last month.

Heavy rain, strong winds: Weather warning issued for the Bay of Plenty

Heavy rain and strong wind warnings have been issued for the Bay of Plenty.

'Big focus' on skills shortage: PM on addressing job vacancies in the Bay

The Government now needed to "attract people in" by showcasing NZ as a "wonderful place".

'No control': Former cop shares what living with early-onset dementia is like

Alzheimers NZ says 30,000 New Zealanders with dementia don't have the support they need.

How to beat the humidity this summer

Temperatures are expected to be above average nationwide, with periodic humidity too.

Revealed: Which town broke its record for the warmest October night

More muggy nights are expected, and so is the rain.

$100k disability scholarship recipient encourages others to apply

The scholarship can help pay for associated fees, books, computers and living costs.

'Thrilled': Proposal to lower voting age to 16 supported

The review proposes other changes - including four-year council terms.

Photographer showcases 'raw and real' portraits of 40 NZ women over 40

Women are notoriously hard on themselves and this is about letting go of perfection.

Amazeing: Rotorua icon to reopen in December

New owners Chris and Fiona Callander promise visitors fun, challenges and surprises.