Bumps and scrapes led to paramedic role - and a QSM
A few trips to hospital with wounded children put Diane Martin on her career path.
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'Totally humbled': Tetraplegic recognised for services to disabled people
Bryce Dinneen has been named in this year's King's Birthday Honours.
Lead Whakaari burns surgeon Dr Richard Wong She honoured on King's Birthday
'We rebuild bodies to restore lives and that’s what we're trying to do.'
'Pinnacle': Highland dancer awarded for half-century of service
'It has just been a lifetime passion. I can't see my life without it.'
Investigator acknowledges family, colleagues in King's Birthday Honour
'I think history will show that we have done a pretty damn good job.'
The style that shook up Napier's look
How the 1931 earthquake influenced Napier's Art Deco style.
Business digest: Bayleys announce 2023 annual award winners
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Some kiwifruit growers in financial strife after 'catastrophic' season
'Unbelievably bad' kiwifruit season has the industry experiencing huge pressures.
'We weren’t even at the damn door': Moana Maniapoto on breaking through barriers
“We weren’t even at the damn door … we’re not even in the room.”
Killed on a pedestrian crossing: Motorcyclist charged with manslaughter
Geoffrey and Karen Boucher were on a pedestrian crossing when they were struck and killed.
'We gotta get outta here’: Man's frantic escape from rising floodwaters
Brian Thorne had just minutes to get to safety when his pensioner unit flooded on Monday.
'The bed floated': 73yo pensioner scales brick wall to escape devastating floodwaters
'I’ve lost absolutely everything ... Years of memories and things have gone.'
Hunting for the black gold
Big read: Their property has proven to be one of the highest per tree producers.
Mark Lister: What a central bank pause means for markets
Opinion: We're close to seeing the last of interest rate hikes for this cycle.
'Life-changing': Woman’s 40-year journey to unlock the mysteries of her damaged brain
'My brain does not fit the signs, I’ve always known this'
Is doggy daycare right for your pooch?
Are you thinking about doggy daycare for your little or big pooch?
'Sad reality': Supermarket staff fitted with bodycams to combat rising crime
Crime prevention or breach of privacy? Not all are happy with bodycams at the checkout.
Opinion: Bilingual signs caused a storm in my inbox - but are they really new?
Opinion: Isn’t it interesting what provokes the most outrage in some people?
‘Highly predatory’: Groomer who exploited boys for 'sexual gratification' sentenced
A man guilty of six sexual offences against young boys has been jailed.
Local Focus: City's first Latin Expo helps migrants 'break down the barriers'
'It’s an opportunity to connect with organisations that we didn’t know existed.'
Developer who damaged large street trees compensates council
The developer will now be allowed to remove the remaining trees, council says.
100 years in the making: Rugby clubs face-off in historic double-header
Rotoiti and Mount Maunganui rugby clubs unit to celebrate a century of rugby.
Premium Debate: SH2 traffic so bad, man resorts to camping to make meeting
Subscribers share their thoughts on State Highway 2 traffic issues.
Almost 12,000 athletes set to compete in 'record-breaker' AIMS Games this year
The tournament has rebounded to pre-Covid levels, and beyond.
Education Minister Jan Tinetti warned by police for electoral advertising breach
While it did not meet the threshold for prosecution, a formal warning was issued.
Want chickens? Here's what you need to know
Raising hens in your backyard? Forget the roosters.
Homicide investigation launched after body found down bank
Police have cordoned off the scene at Matahi Valley Rd in Eastern Bay of Plenty.
'Just want a bit of money': Entertainment figure trial witness quizzed on overheard conversation
More Crown evidence has been heard.
Coromandel roadworks ahead of King's Birthday weekend
Waka Kotahi has issued an update on hazards and maintenance for Coromandel road network.
Latest businesses to join billion-dollar town centre
'We see The Sands as once in a generation development'.
Wrangling the waitlist: Hospital pumps $9m into cardiac care
It comes as second heart care laboratory opens at the hospital, meaning fewer transfers.
'Too soon to say' if stormwater system upgrades needed after Waihī Beach floods
The mayor says there are upcoming projects that may help protect against future flooding.
Chiefs vs Force match a 'fierce challenge'
After lots of physical games, McMillan opts to rest key players and refresh the line-up.