Latest from Bay of Plenty

Highway tragedy: Husband, wife killed - victim would do 'anything for anyone'

"He was just one of those genuine, good guys ... it always happens to the good guys."

Former septic tank driver fined for 'deliberate' discharge of thousands of litres of sewage

The smell of sewage pouring into the Orini Canal made passers-by retch.

Do 'stars' make good politicians?

Former All Black Keven Mealamu is set to run for Auckland Council in the Franklin ward.

Why some young Kiwis are buying a business first and home second

A young couple explains why they are prioritising business over property.

State Highway tragedy: Two pedestrians killed after motorcycle crash

Motorists are asked to delay travel and avoid the area if possible.

From gang life to farm life: How a ground-breaking employment programme is changing lives

Door-knocking in gang community is paying dividends by getting people jobs.

'Deeply sorry': Apology after paraplegic left alone in wet, bloody bed

Healthcare provider 'extremely concerned' about 'significant shortage' of support workers.

Dead expensive: As cemetery fees surge there's cheaper ways to rest in peace

OPINION: From DIY caskets to donating your body to science for a free cremation.

David Seymour wants apology from Rawiri Waititi over karaka seeds joke

Act leader says an apology would be the right thing for Rawiri Waititi to do.

Mask use drops 'off a cliff': What shoppers, retailers say

A mask-wearing survey in downtown Rotorua and what it shows.

'Ashamed' and 'isolated': Struggling families selling possessions to survive

'We need to be upfront a recession is here ... impacted families are battling it today.'

'PR stunt': Mobsters warn gang crackdown could spark more violence

Taking items by force may only increase anger and 'inflame' the situation.

'Disrespectful' unveiling for iwi leader renews anguish for ex-wife, children

But an iwi leader says a lot of people needed the unveiling to heal.

Weather: Warning for Harbour Bridge tonight as heavy rain and gales set to hit Auckland

Streams and rivers could rise rapidly and flooding and slips are possible.

SH1 closed: One dead in two-vehicle crash near Taupō

Emergency services were called to the scene just before 10am.

Iwi threatens to blockade harbour over 'juggernaut' port's plans

The port says the Environment Court process is the correct place to debate the issues.