Child killer fights murder sentence, says meth addiction should have been considered
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Man's last words after being stabbed for allegedly testifying against gang boss
The crown says Eli Johnson paid the ultimate price for testifying against the Mongrel Mob.
He lost his parents and brothers to cancer. Then he was diagnosed
The painter says working outside may have caused his melanoma diagnosis.
Calls to axe proposed Tauranga stadium continue
”Let’s call the community stadium what it is: a second regional rugby stadium.”
Rich praise for UCI BMX Racing World Cup round in Rotorua
The BMX World Cup event in Rotorua was lauded by officials and the riding community.
11m wide tomo: SH29A to close two nights this week for repair work
Totara St was expected to reopen today.
'Significant risk': GP practice could have to reduce services due to pay equity claim
'If the funder does not act on this urgently, we are likely to need to restructure.'
Sacked worker demanded $100m of money, gold bullion after refusing to get Covid vaccine
The ERA found he had been 'doctor shopping' for a medical exemption for the Covid vaccine.
'Short-sighted': Why an expert believes the disposable vape ban is not working
$10 vapes are still on the market - only now they have an added feature.
Meet the man eating crispy possum tails, BBQ hedgehogs
Keeping it Wild YouTube sensation chows down on wild meals.
'Screaming for my life': Man who lost leg in 'horrific' accident now helps amputees
'I can’t even describe... how painful that was. Like the pain went through my organs.'
Check your tickets: Tauranga Lotto punter $700k richer
A Tauranga Lotto punter won $700,000 with lucky Lotto strike ticket.
Tauranga residents urged to work from home for two days due to ‘severe congestion’
Motorists can expect major delays due to repairs on SH29A near Oropi
'Tough call': About 40 Warehouse staff to find new roles as central site closes
"Our main focus right now is making sure they’re taken care of." - Warehouse boss.
Three-metre cavity closes part of Tauranga state highway
A failed stormwater drain is thought to blame for the hole.
When Kane Williamson made a century batting at No 8: Tales from his first coach
'That’s just the mark of the boy back then at the age of 12 - and nothing’s changed.'
Deemed too risky: ‘Crucial’ housing plans delayed 10 years
The housing development is expected to offer homes for 15,500 people.
'Catastrophic': Motorists livid over traffic delays on major state highway
'Man on crutches was walking faster than the traffic.'
Bella Vista saga: Review finds evacuated home was not dangerous as deemed by council
But the council says it made the right decision at the time.
'Significant' toll: Ram-raiders leave staff reeling after smashing into liquor store
Alcohol worth more than $10,000 was stolen and the damage was extensive.
Man sentenced for 'slashing' victim during burglary at Indian restaurant
The defendant stated he did not remember doing any of the actions he committed.
'Seen in 30 minutes': New 'hybrid' medical clinic opens in Pāpāmoa
'It was just about seeing someone ... and not having to wait for a GP to be available.'
Opinion: Where to from Waitangi with a kete full of hope?
OPINION: How do we harness hope and share it with those who need it most?
'Literally Dying': Blake Pavey on his new comedy show and living with cystic fibrosis
'It’s not really punching up or down, it’s more punching myself in the face.'
'No idea how to look after a house': Bad tenants 'ruining' it for others
'A truth that nobody is willing to talk about or don’t have the guts to deal with.'
Muggy nights: Major retailer running low on fans as temperatures soar
Records tumble after 'very hot month' across Bay of Plenty.
'A vision from the start': Tarawera Ultra boss reflects leading into milestone
The 2024 event will take place from February 17 to 18.
'Cannot pay': Charity could close if council's fee hike plan goes ahead
Men’s Shed says it can’t afford council plans to introduce ‘fairer’ fees.
'Grooving jazz festival': Thousands set to attend annual music event
About 700 musicians including youth performers will attend the festival in Tauranga.
18yo arrested in relation to Bayfair robbery, search for others continue
Police were called to a robbery at a store on Girven Rd around 3pm on January 27.
Warning as families turn to buy-now pay-later for groceries at The Warehouse
Families are using it to cover the cost of groceries.
Watch: 'A slap on the hand': Fed-up store owners call for crackdown after latest raid
'What do you do? It’s your business, you have invested money in it.'
Busy Phillips shows Black Caps' succession planning on track
Edging Australia will require exactly the type of Phillips verve, writes Andrew Alderson.
History in sight for dominant Black Caps
New Zealand broke down a stubborn South Africa to seal a crushing win in the first test.