They gave her a new liver as a baby - 30 years later she's racing 243km to celebrate
'Despite everything I’ve been through with my health, look how far I’ve come.'
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Two injured and highway closed after crash near Matamata.
Emergency services have been called to a serious crash on SH29 in Matamata.
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'I'm not used to that': Santner finally enjoys home advantage
Mitchell Santner in thriving with the red ball but unsure of when his next test will come.
Zespri's next big challenge: Kiwifruit growers' sinking appetite for share ownership
The valuable kiwifruit export industry is recovering its mojo after a gruelling two years.
'I'm a man of habit': 25 years on Hugh's still hitting the gym
‘‘You need to do it. Otherwise you become a slab.’’
Thousands of people came together to mark Waitangi Day across Tauranga Moana in celebration and unity
Hundreds of people gathered at Waitangi Day celebrations events in Tauranga and Katikati.
Jobs are there for the picking
Free expo aims to bring employers and potential employees together.
Community meeting held in living room, council warned to stop 'wasteful spending'
The meeting, held in a community watchdog's living room, was standing room only.
'2, 4, 6, 8, this government is out the gate': 1000 people march in Waitangi hīkoi
PM yesterday told his Waitangi speech missed the mark - but earns apology.
Man's journey with 'miracle drug' on hold after brain tumour found
The father still hopes to reach his goal of getting back on the treatment.
Kiwi chicks given names in Zespri initiative
This is the seventh year of Zespri’s partnership with the Ōtānewainuku Kiwi Trust.
King Charles diagnosed with cancer
The Palace revealed this morning that the King is undergoing treatment.
Western Bay of Plenty 2024: Looking at the bigger picture
Western Bay of Plenty Mayor James Denyer’s first column of the year.
New university leader sets sights on growing student numbers
Associate dean discusses plans for Waikato's Management School.
'Great show' guaranteed as world's best riders compete in NZ's first BMX World Cup
'It will be full of action, full of crashes and full of big jumps.'
District's top playgrounds revealed
Western Bay parks are the perfect free summer fun.
'Desperation': Meet the renters struggling to find a home in NZ's priciest region
“Scary and painful” to pack up a house without know where you are moving to.
High-octane thrills at motocross nationals
West Auckland-based Hamish Harwood and Australian Jed Beaton took MX1 wins.
Everything you need to know about what's on this Waitangi Day
Wrap of events in Tauranga and Katikati for Waitangi Day.
‘Intense drive for violence’: Corrections concerned about Filthy Few gangster
Corrections wants to monitor David Stephenson closely now he's back in the community.
Traffic 'through the roof': Kardashian plugs NZ mum's skincare products online
'To have someone like her attached to our brand ... is just really powerful.'
Sonya Bateson: I think schooling should be free. All of it
Opinion: We all want what’s best for our children, regardless of our financial position.
Student claims teacher sexually abused him for three years
A former student of Pinky Green's has broken his silence on the sexual abuse he suffered.
'Rollercoaster': Teen given 9 months to live a year ago now heading back to school
A tumour 'the size of a golf ball' in Chastiny Malone's brain has shrunk to half the size.
Mark Lister: US Federal Reserve might have done the impossible
OPINON: A “soft landing” is always the goal.
Advocate calls for principal, board to resign after 'damning' report into safety of LGBTQIA+ students
The report found some students believed they were bullied due to their sexual orientation.
Council buys Cameron Rd Warehouse building to house new indoor courts
The new courts - to cost $25m - are part of the Memorial Park redevelopment plans.
Delays of up to an hour for motorists on SH2 between Waihī and Tauranga
The delays are expected to continue for several weeks.