'This really cuts deep': Woman killed in double fatal crash was paraplegic after 2019 crash
Tributes are flowing following the deaths of two women in the Eastern Bay of Plenty.
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'Not substantiated': Inquiry into councillor's claims of 'ageism', 'abuse'
The independent investigation cost the council $14,000.
Highway reopens after crash kills two in Bay of Plenty
The two-vehicle crash happened about 2.30pm.
Trial date set for David Kuka murder accused
Two men who deny murdering Tauranga father David Kuka are heading to trial.
Midwife fined after giving placebo during birth
Censured and fined $13,500 for unethical conduct.
Water-related death near Whakatāne Heads, rāhui in place
Police said a man died in the incident.
Murupara GP to be suspended pending further investigation
Murupara GP Bernard Conlon says he has received notification of intent to suspend.
Heroes! Young siblings pull unresponsive boy from pool
The two heroic siblings helped prevent another drowning this year.
One person in serious condition after aquatic centre incident
Emergency services were alerted to a "water-related incident".
The insulting question White Island survivor is still asked
Survivor who lost her dad and sister to the tragedy reveals question she's still asked.
Anti-vax doctor caught recording vaccinated patients as 'magnetic'
A registered doctor has been trying to convince patients that vaccination is dangerous.
'Significant impacts', 8m waves possible as Cyclone Cody nears NZ
Hot weather could be a recipe for disaster as dangerous waves hit eastern coastline.
'Great risk': Monster 6m swells to pound parts of North Island's east coast
All eastern North Island beaches are expected to be impacted.
Person found dead after getting swept out to sea in BOP
An extensive search was undertaken.
Great white shark sighting a shock for locals
A fisherman got a huge surprise last week while surfcasting off Matatā Beach.
Lisa Carrington inspires new generation of small-town heroes
Carrington's influence goes far beyond medals and podium finishes.
NZ scientists to model steam-driven eruptions like Whakaari tragedy
New study could bring us closer to forecasting steam-driven blows like Whakaari tragedy.
I was there: 'It's something you never forget' - memories linger for Tangiwai survivor
Last minute seat change saved teen after Xmas Eve lahar sparked our worst rail disaster.
Revealed: New Zealand's most popular Google searches in 2021
What were Kiwis searching for this year?
Local iwi calls for visitors to stay away to protect community
Whirinaki forest DoC huts and campsite will be closed until February.
Cigarettes and cookies: Rifle presented in BOP robbery
Offenders took cigarettes and cookies.
Iwi invokes rahui on Whirinaki Conservation Park
Decision not to visit would "avoid potentially uncomfortable conversations."
'Always lived life to 110%': Family, school mourn loss of former head girl
The 21-year-old died after a farm accident on Tuesday.
Large slab of pounamu found in bush in Bay of Plenty
Police are looking for the owner of a large piece of pounamu found in bush.
More Kiwis support local border restrictions than oppose
But Aucklanders had a different view.
Councillor's conduct to be investigated
It stems from alleged 'misinformative' comments on a local Facebook page.
White Island: Finger pointed back at WorkSafe
WorkSafe has charged 13 parties with health and safety breaches.
'My rage is just, I want to kill everybody': Jury finds stabbing accused guilty
Wilson Wirihana was found guilty of manslaughter.
Charred livelihoods: Firefighter called to fight blaze at own business
The damage is extensive and graphic.