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Severe weather warning for Bay of Plenty and Gisborne
Heavy rain and possible thunderstorms could be on the way for Bay of Plenty and Gisborne.
Blaze destroys sheds, caravans and single-storey home
About 20 firefighters fought a blaze in Ōpōtiki which caused extensive property damage.
Can you afford to die? Cremations chosen to cut costs
A basic funeral can set grievers back by thousands.
Local Focus: Mr G at home in Tauranga Art Gallery
A first glimpse of Mr G's first-ever solo exhibition. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
'I thought about taking my own life' - Radio host overcomes depression
The Hits radio host shares why he's thankful he experienced depression
Sam Bradley - mum first, coach second, an athlete just for fun
But on a starting line, the elite athlete inside her returns.
Sir Paul Adams' top 10 tips for business success
A handshake deal is worth as much as a legal document, says Sir Paul Adams.
Booming Pāpāmoa: Growing suburb showing no signs of slowing down
But just how big has the beachside town grown?
Katikati crash victim remembered as a 'beautiful soul'
A Katikati man killed in crash has been remembered as a 'kind, gentle-natured person'.
Approved! Consents issued for 125 new homes in Tauranga
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'Happy Meal' healthcare: Why drive-through plans have stalled
Dr Lance O'Sullivan has had a change of heart.
New mayor pushes for Mauao base track repairs 'by Christmas'
Weather events caused extensive damage to the track in 2017.
Baby murder trial: Accused's daughter admits changing statement
Witness in Karlos Stephens trial tells court she was angry, hurt and very upset.
Man jailed for brutal murder of partner loses appeal
Appeal declined for man serving life imprisonment for murder of partner.
Government Garden blaze: Person and lighter seen in vicinity
The flames were reportedly 10-feet high at one point.
Virtual reality uses various scenarios for training firefighters
New fire fighting training technology provides scenarios just like the real thing.
Talking with Tama, a sick toddler who can't access the drug he needs
And the American drug company and Pharmac respond to questions.
Pyes Pa Rd 'tragedy' raises road toll to 63 - 12 more than last year
It is understood yesterday's death brought the toll to 63 people killed on Bay roads.
Mother testifies in alleged murder case of her baby
Shane Claude Roberts pleaded not guilty to murder in Rotorua High Court trial.
No seatbelt: One person dead in State Highway 36 crash
The Serious Crash Unit has been advised.
'Hugely significant': Court of Appeal rules in Motiti Island decision
The future of a controversial move to introduce a marine reserve has been decided on.
'Putting them in prison isn't going to work': More warnings for crims
You're more likely to receive a police warning in the Bay of Plenty than anywhere else.
Donation scheme not an easy decision for some schools
The deadline to opt-in to the Government's school donation scheme is about to expire.
Local Focus: Should private fireworks be banned?
Should private fireworks be banned? Made with funding from NZ On Air. Video / NZ Herald
Punches and death threats - a GP's journey in treating addicts
Mount doctor is one of a handful of GPs in NZ who treat those with dependency issues.
Rugby: NZ Marist defeat NZ Heartland XV in Te Aroha
First victory by the Marist side in the annual fixture since 2011.
The $1000 drug that could help Brayden Wood
"To keep it from people who could benefit from it so much, it's wrong."
Porn discovery hampers backpacker killer's parole efforts
Coulam was discovered accessing porn during overnight release to pre-approved location.
Want a job? Hospitality sector booming but staff needed
Turnovers have jumped by $182m in 4 years but Bay hospitality providers need more staff.
$36m meth bust: Sentencing date set for Rotorua man
Lionel McDonald was charged after a bust in Fairy Springs in August.