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Bay of Plenty mum ambassador to buy Kiwi made

A dairy farmer from Edgecumbe, said she became involved with the company.

The Premium Debate: Subscribers have their say on why Kiwi kids can’t do maths

OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.

How a 5% home deposit is possible and why mortgage applications have plummeted

Bank cash backs of up to $25,000 and 1 per cent loans for electric cars.

'Something that’s beyond music': Tauranga's Jazz Festival celebrates 60 years

The 10-day jazz festival is believed to be the biggest in the Southern Hemisphere.

How chef became the Bay’s sausage ‘boss’

Pagani arrived in NZ not speaking a word of English but his skills spoke volumes.

Jo Raphael: Protection of retail workers is paramount

OPINION: Retail workers don't deserve to go to work fearing for their lives.

'Miracle drug' Trikafta becomes publicly available in NZ today

About 370 people are expected to be eligible for funded access.

Mark Lister: Tips for nervous newer investors

'Keep your eye on the long game'.

Come work for us: The perks some councils are offering to lure staff

Councils are up against 'global companies paying foreign dollars' for high-skilled staff.

'We don’t feel it’s safe for staff': Fuel stop becomes self-service after robberies

The manager said he was punched and kicked during a robbery.

'Cavalier and maverick': Couple sentenced for migrant worker rort

Two of the offending trio were sentenced in the Te Awamutu District Court today.

'Charging like wounded bulls': Western Bay council drafts rates, fee rises

An increase in user fees and charges is also expected.

Stashed cash, guns and meth: Key pair in Bay drug operation appeal sentences

The man who played a central role stashed $1.5m in a hydraulic compartment in his bed.

Police investigating 'attempted abduction' seek car

Information on small car with dark windows sought.

SH25 closed: Critical injuries in Coromandel crash

Police were called shortly before midday.

Opinion: Rugby club housing plan epitome of blue-sky thinking

OPINION: Necessity is the mother of invention.