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Whakaari / White Island tragedy: DoC rules would have saved lives

Alert level 2 is too dangerous to allow tourists to visit volcanoes, under DoC rules.

'Horrific damage' after car crashes into Awakeri Store

Police were notified of the incident at 5.25am.

Father jailed for life for murdering 2-year-old daughter in river

Tewi Savage murdered his daughter in the Rangitāiki River in July, 2018.

Local Focus: Who is Kiri Allan, Labour candidate for East Coast?

Labour candidate Kiri Allan's electorate profile. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Weather: Heavy rain on the way for Bay of Plenty

A front moving over central North Island is bringing periods of heavy rain with it.

Welcome to Whakatāne: All Blacks flocked by fans

With the first Bledisloe Cup match looming, the All Blacks trained in Whakatāne today.

Local Focus: Can taxing the rich more help poor people escape poverty?

Very different opinions on tax among candidates. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

'Hugely exciting' All Blacks visit begins

"Some of the smallest areas in New Zealand have the heartiest rugby fans."

PM campaign: 'Hijacked' Whakatāne community told to 'take time' in healing

The visit marked nine months, to the day, since the eruption.

British Superstock: Damon Rees third overall

The third round of the British Superstock 1000 Championship was held at the weekend.

Covid 19 coronavirus: Govt resources sought to back iwi on the ground

'Give the resources to the communities to look after themselves.'

'It's about being treated equally': Primary healthcare nurses strike

The eight-hour strike took place on Thursday.

'An insult to those who died': Bridges scolds White Island ministerial advice

Inquiry independence from Government 'critically important' says National MP.

'Frustrated' pharmacists and nurses strike for pay parity

"We are standing our ground," says a Tauranga Hospital pharmacist.

Transport, health, referenda and more: Where Waiariki candidates stand

The candidates were asked about their top priorities.

New jobs, new skills in Whakatāne

The Provincial Growth Fund is helping Whakatāne locals find work.