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Kiwifruit workers earning up to $40 an hour as sector battles labour shortage

Some seasonal kiwifruit workers are choosing the days and hours they want to work.

Covid cases highlight concerns for school bus users

There were 33 new cases of Covid-19 in the Bay of Plenty on Wednesday.

Home buyers priced out of Tauranga help drive Western Bay values to record

Western Bay's market experienced steady growth leading up to the 2020 Covid-19 lockdown.

Want a job? 24,000 kiwifruit workers needed as labour shortage bites

Last season harvesting roles paid an average of $27 an hour rates vary and can reach $40.

'We may never know': Boy undiagnosed after month in hospital

The family say Bowden is making progress but anticipated a 'very long road' to recovery.

'Heartbreaking': Pain-stricken 7yo's two-week diagnosis ordeal

Seven-year-old Bowden was taken to hospital on Christmas Day and is still in Starship.

'We were as confused as everybody else' - Pharmacists on booster eligibility

Opposition leaders criticise the Government for "crazy" vaccination booster rollout.

Covid-19 cases continue to plateau, but new, more infectious virus variant sparks concern

Most new cases are still in Auckland, where another person has succumbed to the virus.

Police release name in boating tragedy

The man died after a small boat capsized in the river mouth on Saturday.

Matariki Magic: Fun for all in celebration

There is a range of events on throughout Tauranga to enjoy and celebrate this Matariki.

Investigations continue into Te Puke bomb threat

A bomb threat forced the evacuation of Te Puke Primary School yesterday.

Bomb scare: Te Puke school cleared to reopen

Te Puke Primary School has been evacuated.

$5000 reward: Stolen bulldog 'part of the family'

Two young girls have been left devastated by the theft of their beloved pet Nalah.

Seven appear in court after drug raids

Seven people have been charged with a raft of drug-related charges.

One dead after crash between car and motorcycle near Te Puke

Police were notified at 3.34pm.

Is Roy New Zealand's oldest rugby player?

Golden Oldies rugby is as much about friendships and fun as it is about rugby.