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'I want to know': Brain cancer battle leaves teacher's life plans in turmoil
Maia is awaiting another brain scan to see if the gruelling treatment is working.
Fire fighters save the day for ‘embarrassed but grateful’ senior
Carole Moselen thought she was getting advice, next minute the town siren goes off.
Thief steals bin full of cigarette butts
Owner wondered about the state of addiction the thief must be in.
Kuaka's journey inspires students
Part of the school’s new vision is based on the resilience of the kuaka.
The little primary school making a big sound
Ōmokoroa Point School is reviving its on-site radio station.
Election hopeful already a councillor elsewhere
Sarah-Jane Bourne grew up in Mount Maunganui, and is keen to return despite Waikato role.
Waihī Beach welcomes winter in chilly fashion
Bystanders came to cheer on their courageous counterparts from a safe distance.
Best kept secret in Waihi Beach perfect for awards night
Time to salute community gems and acknowledge local businesses who excel.
Ayrton Hodson tops 2023 Elite Motorsport Academy
Hodson has won the 2023 Elite Motorsport Academy's top award.
Police investigate 'suspicious' fire that destroyed Waihī Beach house
The children of the family called the bach ‘‘the greatest place on earth’’.
Tennis club celebrates at least 50 years
The club is asking for 1974 'originals’ to come to the milestone celebration.
Pest control group says pets are not targets but owners need to take precautions
'If there is any doubt whether a captured cat is feral or not, we release the cat.'
Escapist play: Prisoners make their move in Somebody Famous
The youth division of Katikati Theatre puts on a great escape comedy.
Matariki: Star gazing in Katikati
The dawn service will be a chance to discover the significance of Matariki.
Award for man making the Bay accessible for all
The Healthvision Festival of Disability Sport was held last month.
'Incredibly generous': Farmer gifts 103ha with panoramic coastal views for regional park
The generous gift has been called a rarity and 'true legacy' for the Bay of Plenty.
New manager at Katikati's community hub
Nicky Austin hopes to secure more funding to continue the centre's programmes.
A love of ballet in later years
New Zealand is joining the global trend of ballet for mature women.
Senior driver licence test 'creating confusion stress and anger'
Grey Power wants NZTA to develop a more uniform way to assess older drivers.
Council faces big byelection bills after three reps quit, one dies
Costs to fill the empty seats could hit up to $83,600.
Serious injuries after crash involving car and pedestrian at Katikati
The crash resulted in a pedestrian with serious injuries.
Paralympian's 'wounded soul' healed by a love of jazz
Gold-winning Paralympian Dave MacCalman has no complaints and no regrets.
Rotorua or Katikati: Where should the Bay's next regional park go?
If approved, the parks could preserve public green spaces in perpetuity.
Karangahake Gorge to close for five nights
Traffic would be reduced to a single lane from April 7.
Second Katikati Jazz Street Party shines through wet weather
The second Katikati Jazz Street Party was to go ahead rain or shine.
Older drivers 'worried and confused' about licence renewal process
Having a plan before you can no longer drive is a good idea, says Age Concern.
Cognitive test of Kiwi senior drivers is 'outrageous... discredited', claims neuroscientist
'It would be like giving someone a music test to see if they are good at playing tennis.'
Local awards for hardworking volunteers in Tauranga and the Western Bay
Thirty finalists and eight winners were acknowledged last night.