Latest from Bay of Plenty

'Heartwarming' response to call for help from family stuck in hospital

A couple from Tūrangi were in hospital with their firstborn when NZ went into lockdown.

'Really nasty': Man spits on security guard, headbutts homeless man

The incident happened when security tried to step in and break up a fight.

Covid-19: 'Rescue flight' for health workers stranded in Queenstown

The doctors had a fifth flight booked but it did not eventuate.

Covid pamphlet: DHB tight-lipped on details until after investigation

The pamphlet was pulled after receiving backlash for implying Māori were the virus.

Matt Cowley: Vaccines need to be in your business plan

Comment: Employers will benefit from having a highly vaccinated workforce.

'Very good luck': Why there are no confirmed cases in the Coromandel

But epidemiologist Michael Baker says we are not in the clear yet.

Barrister and wife convicted for tax evasion charges

A Tauranga barrister and his wife have been sentenced for tax evasion offences.

Exclusive: The rise, and demise, of Todd Muller's political career and what's next

Todd Muller talks about quitting politics and what he really thinks of Simon Bridges.

Iwi plans for Rotorua Golf Club as 'destination' and 'asset'

The plans come after the return of the land to Ngāti Whakaue.

'A rich man's resource': How geothermal changes affected families

Changes have had "significant" impacts on health, social and cultural wellbeing of whānau.

Significant milestone: A new Māori name for Coastguard

Naming ceremony about building relationships and upholding mana.

'I am trans!' Family share their transgender journey

'Me being myself everywhere I go, is me being me.'

A Kiwi POW was photographed on a German commander's tank. Who is he?

Image of forlorn Kiwi WWII soldier captures attention of amateur historian.

'Sickening and depraved': Couple jailed for horrific child sex abuse

A Cambridge woman and her ex-partner have been jailed for 19 and 23 years.

'Sacred' Te Arawa and Western Bay partnership hailed

Tirity o Waitangi will underpin the new 'sacred' relationship.

'Proceed with caution': Business head's warning over Govt's plans

A business chief said opening the border was a double-edged sword.