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'Absolute nonsense': Defence lawyers close case in David Kuka murder trial
The jury has retired to consider its verdict.
‘You guys are all we’ve got’: Mount air quality report sparks plea
A report on premature deaths and pollution could be a tool in BOPRC’s kit to clean the air
26-hour deluge: Fresh flood threat, heavy rain to stall over top of North Island
The rain is sweeping up the country, spelling a very wet weekend for the North Island.
'Consequences, not holidays': Mum's horror at penalty after son kicked in face
His mother says the school's punishment decision after the 'vicious' attack is too light.
Mongrel Mob murder trial: Crown closes case against trio
Crown: 'This murder would not have happened without these three defendants.'
'Overwhelmed with emotion': Students finish gruelling 40-hour challenge for mental health
The group did 40 hours of biking, swimming, gym sessions and other physical activities.
New role for Todd Muller announced
Muller served as the MP for Bay of Plenty from 2014 until his retirement this year.
Near-record temps in BoP but rain is on the way
Kawerau recorded the highest temperature in the region.
$15m raise reveals a lot about the state of venture capital
It's time for LawVu to come in from the sidelines.
WorkSafe, Whakaari Management at odds over duties of land-owners
WorkSafe says the company should have questioned if the island was safe.
Gang boss apologises for street attack, fresh threats made at meeting
The gang boss claimed he did his best to stop the fight escalating.
$630k smash and grab: Teen jewellery thief sentenced after brazen mall raid
A hooded trio was filmed raiding a Michael Hill Jewellers store in a Bay of Plenty mall.
Supreme Court denies Bella Vista developer's bid to appeal convictions
The court ruled the appeal application did not have 'sufficient prospects of success'.
Coromandel community meeting on gang violence gets heated
Locals were left fearful after the Rebels gang spent the weekend terrorising the town.
'Dumba**': Tāme Iti fights back after presenter's shocking move
One castaway has made the most shocking and questionable decision in CTI history.
12-year-old golfer's incredible gift after going global
Teen golfing sensations showered with equipment to help them take sport further.
Coromandel gang violence over the weekend a ‘one-off’, councillor says
The assaults reported over the weekend were not a random attack, John Morrissey says.
Looking for Heidi: Podcast host and team comb forest for tourist's remains
Volunteers scoured an area of forest near Whangamatā for the remains of Heidi Paakkonen.
'Completely lifeless': Witness shares grim details of Rebels gang attack victim
The shocking scene played out in broad daylight in the sleepy coastal town.
'Huge opportunities': Major milestone connects business park to highway
A massive new industrial park near Te Puke has made a $60 million leap forward.
'Living and breathing in their classrooms': Te ao Māori curriculum launched
The new te ao Māori curriculum encompasses te reo Māori, local tikanga, history.
'Caused a lot of pain': Election candidates back review of retirement village law
'Frankly, this piece of legislation has not been delivering as it should be.'
Giving back to community drives newest Te Puke Community Board member
Neena Chauhan says her two great passions are the community and children.
Why this secretive bird population is now thriving near Rotorua
There are 289 breeding pairs in the forest - NZ's second-largest population.
Surf’s up for Māori clothing line
Art and culture combine in collaboration with global brand Quiksilver.
‘Brutal violence’: Gang members cause chaos in Coromandel
Locals have been left fearful after violence over the weekend.
'Win-win': 500+ council staff get free bus travel in $100k initiative
One residents' association backs it but another questions the benefits.
Footrot Flats show set to be a slice of heaven
The show follows the age-old dilemma of town versus country.
Online subscribers react to questions over pothole payouts
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Serious injuries after incident involving truck and a tree on SH33
The tree is partially blocking the road.
Funding for Te Puke mural
The funding will help progress a creative mural incorporating local pūrakau.
International and local acts announced for Bay Dreams 2024
US rapper NLE Choppa will headline both Bay Dreams North and South.
'Monster': Gangster's victim slept with a bat after being kidnapped and beaten
'I’m going to go and get the clean-up gear and a gun,' Filthy Few member told victim.