House destroyed by fire in Ōpōtiki
The house was 'well involved' when fire crews arrived.
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'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.
'So much colder than I thought it would be': Women jump in winter solstice dip
'It’s just inspiring women to be proud of who they are.'
75 hours of rain: Residents in East Coast's Te Karaka self-evacuate, river levels continue to climb
Prolonged heavy rain threatens to cause fresh slips and flooding across the North Island.
'Obliterated': Tree 'blown up' as golf course struck by lightning
'The craziest thing is you can see the lightning bolt in the ground.'
Art gallery entry to turn around in $3.38m redevelopment
A new cafe and park view are on the cards.
Mongrel Mob death: Man charged with attempting to pervert the course of justice
The 49-year-old was scheduled to appear in Whakatāne District Court today.
Gang brawl: Heavy police presence as gang members appear in court
Eight people were arrested on Wednesday in Mount Maunganui after a public brawl.
'We lost one of life’s characters': Remembering the 'king of cloth'
His funeral was one of the biggest the town has ever seen.
Pitching in for an emergency
This week is National Volunteer Week to celebrate volunteers like Mel Gearon.
Gangs: Vehicles impounded following tangi and anti social driving in Bay of Plenty
Eight vehicles have been impounded and other infringements issued.
Weather warnings: Lightning strikes, power cuts affect region
A tree has been damaged by lightning at a local gold course.
'It was a huge shock': Ida, 10, was a 'healthy girl'. Now she's fighting cancer
'All the support from everyone has been really overwhelming,' mum Cherelle says.
Science students shine bright at top comp
The Katikati College team bet 11 other teams at the inter-school EPro8 Challenge.