Primary school goes into lockdown, police respond to reports of man with 'stick'
The lockdown has since lifted and students are able to go home.
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In pictures: How local candidates are wrapping up their election campaigns
Its the last day of campaigning, ahead of election day tomorrow.
'Turning away in disgust': Voter turnout 'plunge' sign of 'hollow' campaign - analyst
'This election is the most hollow and unsatisfactory in living memory.'
Boss 'blindsided': Migrants quit for jobs with better residency path under new rules
'We just have to roll with the punches and see what happens.'
Police seek missing Hawke's Bay man Matthew Knight
He was last seen wearing black work boots, blue jeans and a black jacket.
How the replacement wharf on Matakana Island will be funded
The revenue will go towards funding the building of the much-needed replacement wharf.
Jetskiers rescued off BoP coast after hours in the water
Six volunteers responded to the incident.
Sonya Bateson: Wear what you want on polling day... just be there
OPINION: Do you remember your first voting day? I remember mine clearly.
Controversial plans for more paid parking may be delayed
The changes were set to come into effect in three weeks.
Coromandel tourism 'NZ's worst performer'
Hauraki-Coromandel visitor revenue, including cash and online spending, is down $90m.
The Premium Debate: Roadworkers shot at, abused, threatened amid delays
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Giggles owner a Māori Businesswomen Awards finalist
Shona Ua-Marsh's entrepreneurial journey was sparked by a desire to address need.
Te Puke Harriers finish their winter season
Road running has been the focus of the latter part of the season
Te Puke schools’ ag days start
Rural schools' calf club days have been run for a century
Purple rain: Dye spills along Mount Maunganui road
The dye is not toxic, but when wet it will turn a bright blue.
Te Puke Country Music Club clocks up 40 years
Just 10 people attended the first club night.
Dog Park to open in Te Puke on Saturday
The council, Te Puke Community Board and TECT have provided funding for the park.
Coffin Club to send member sailing away in style
The full benefits of the Coffin Club kick in when members check out.
Independent candidate for Bay of Plenty electorate, Zakaria Wahed (Taupō)
Zakaria Wahed (Taupō) is standing as an independent in the Bay of Plenty electorate.
Teen wins at Te Puke’s Business Excellence Awards
Three businesses go from highly commended to category winners.
Boost for Katikati’s elder housing stock
Urban Development’s Affordable Housing Fund makes development possible.
Market shows vibrancy for the town
Stalls, entertainment and food trucks at tomorrow's night market.
$1m! Small BoP town wins first division
The region was in the money again in last night's draw.
'Welcome to the 1% Club’: Man's heart stops, doesn't breathe for eight minutes and lives
Eddie Gudopp survived a cardiac arrest, but still hasn’t been able to thank his saviours.
'Chaos': Don Brash and partner flee Israel after war breaks out
On their drive to the airport, there was an 'eerie feeling that trouble was near'.
Paddon and Van Gisbergen to compete in Bay Rally
Early Sunday morning start for the 60 car field.
Bay Conservation Alliance makes successful bid for environmental groups’ funding
BCA supports 29 community-led conservation groups across the Bay of Plenty.
Te Pāti Māori candidate for Waiariki electorate, Rawiri Waititi
It’s been an honour to serve our people ... I would like that privilege again.'
One dead after Ruapehu house blaze
The circumstances of the fire are under investigation and being treated as suspicious.
'I left the ticket in the car': Couple dream big after $500k win
The couple “still can’t believe” their luck.
Tsunami, ashfall and pyroclastic flows: BoP volcanoes subject of new study
Scientists head out to Mayor and White islands on RV Tangaroa tomorrow.
Who, when, where: What to know about $21.4m boost for affordable rentals
'It’s our responsibility to look after those who have provided for us.'
The Premium Debate: Record numbers of Kiwis coming home from Australia
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Iwi lifts rāhui at Cathedral Cove, walking tracks remain closed
Visitors are urged to see the tourist destination from the sea.