Pirates book semifinal spot
The Pirates cruised past Rotoiti to cement their playoff spot.
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St John looking for volunteers
St John’s aim is to provide a fully crewed emergency ambulance in all of the Coromandel
Highway staying closed overnight after two large slips
Five motorists, including a couple in a campervan, became trapped on Saturday.
State highway pothole plague - the regions with the most revealed
Pothole plague: The quality of roading is 'leaving a lot to be desired'.
Half of surgeons assessed for using surgical mesh did not meet minimum standards
It comes as the Ministry of Health considers a pause on mesh implants for some operations.
Sasha Borissenko: The lawyers getting the bulk of legal aid payments
Legal aid fees - who’s getting what.
Are boring rugby matches driving fans away? Ian Foster doesn't think so
Former All Blacks coaches have spoken out about what they believe is dull rugby.
Five people spend night in cars on SH25 after slips trap them
State Highway 25 between Tapu and Waiomu is shut.
'It was all an accident': Dame Lynley Dodd on how Hairy Maclary was born
'I absolutely didn’t think I’d still be talking about Hairy 40 years later.'
Tauranga and Taupō Lotto players strike it lucky
Check your lotto tickets if you're in Tauranga or Taupō.
Man's life saved after cardiac arrest during water race, but who gave mystery kiss?
It's the 3rd lucky on-water outcome for a dad saved after his heart stopped 3km offshore.
‘Special but difficult’: Bic Runga reflects on hit album Beautiful Collision, 20 years later
Bic on her shows: "I hope people find it cathartic and maybe nostalgic.'
Fire at property where Mongrel Mob leader Steve Taiatini was killed
Firefighters called overnight to blaze at address where Steve Taiaini was struck by ute.
Mark Lister: Is the US dollar at risk of being dethroned?
The US dollar has been the world’s reserve currency for close to 80 years.
House destroyed by fire in Ōpōtiki
The house was 'well involved' when fire crews arrived.
'So many near-misses': 120 fines in 42 hours on 'chaotic' rat-run as safety fears rise
Businesses say some drivers are using the wrong side of the road or mounting footpaths.
City's potential $2.8b future: Extra 30,000 homes, 11,000 jobs, six-lane highway
But some of those living in the heart of the proposed changes say don’t go far enough.
Celebrating a 'rare' and 'highly respected' health leader
'Māori staff still remember him, and they’ve gone on to be national leaders.'
'Gang-related' brawl: Two more men face rioting and wounding charges in court
Police opposed bail for the pair.
Sports fields closed after heavy rain
Residents are also warned of more heavy rain over the weekend.
Who will win the Rugby World Cup? Young fans give their predictions
The youngsters had their say as they watched the All Blacks training in Mount Maunganui.
Letters to the editor: Can the stadium and rebuild Memorial Park facility
Opinion: Our readers have their say.
All Blacks training session
More than 300 eager fans flocked to watch their favourite All Blacks players in a public training session at Blake Park in Mount Maunganui.
Tauranga mini golf’s fight for survival
It is hoped the course will draw enough support to keep operating at a new site.
Opinion: Deliberately misnaming, misgendering people is cruel and inhumane
OPINION: Identity change has always been a thing - even in the good old days.
Art helping to make connections
Programme supports people facing social isolation in Coromandel Town.
Govt paying councils rates would be 'step in right direction'
The Future for Local Government review panel has released its final report.
3 top-ranked Rotorua tourism experiences share their secrets to success
It didn't happen overnight, but it did happen.
State of emergency: More heavy rain for Gisborne area
Civil Defence warns the weather will worsen Friday afternoon.
'Huge emotional toll': Vet reveals 'onslaught' of death threats, hate mail and harassment
She says some people suggested 'the vet should die, not the dog'.
75 hours of rain: Local state of emergency for Tairāwhiti, 130 evacuated, all major roads closed, rivers rising
Prolonged heavy rain threatens to cause fresh slips and flooding across the North Island.
'We don't fear it': How Chiefs plan to end Crusaders' Super Rugby dominance
There are plenty of storylines to stoke the emotions for the Chiefs this week.
The Premium Debate: Police should arrest gangsters, not escort them - subscribers
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say on gang issues.
'Gang-related' brawl: Police presence as five appear in court
Charges include rioting and wounding with intent.