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'Miracle drug' Trikafta becomes publicly available in NZ today
About 370 people are expected to be eligible for funded access.
The cash boosts Kiwis will get from today
The Government's $2 billion cost-of-living policy comes into effect today.
Brutal rental market: Harrowing tales of the hunt for a home
What it's like living in a garage: 'I never imagined I’d end up like this.'
'Bullied': The $1.5m, the will, and the aunt who wanted the fortune
The 97-year-old said she had been bullied into changing her will.
Cancelled plans for Omanawa Falls full access a 'lose-lose'
Concern rescuers will have to save people who risk their 'stupid skins' reaching base.
'In good hands': 102yo jazz musician relives performing with Nat King Cole
'He just stood back in shadows - came in unobtrusively. He had a magnificent deep voice.'
Serious injuries after car driven wrong way on highway
A vehicle was driving into traffic for about 14km, police say.
Teens rescue drowning tourist during school camp
“It’s great to see them using the skills they have learnt through becoming a lifeguard."
Opinion: 'I felt like dirt. Low. Worthless.' Why horrid customers are the memorable ones
OPINION: Make low-wage jobs more attractive by being nicer.
Premium debate: Subscribers weigh in on the great road cone debate
OPINION: Readers share their views on the use of road cones - and what's really important.
Sudden closure of Work and Income centre leaves clients feeling abandoned
Work and Income clients were contacted on Monday.
Cold snap set to give way to warmer weather this weekend
As the colder air is pushed out, temperatures should rise to more seasonal averages.
Come work for us: The perks some councils are offering to lure staff
Councils are up against 'global companies paying foreign dollars' for high-skilled staff.
'Something desperately wrong': Milky flesh suggests snapper may be starving
'My gut feeling... they’re not healthy, there’s something desperately wrong.'
'Charging like wounded bulls': Western Bay council drafts rates, fee rises
An increase in user fees and charges is also expected.
Spark customers unable to make calls
The issue seems to be affecting Spark customers nationwide.
'Two broken ankles': Victim of inflatable slide collapse to get $10k
TCDC failed to do due diligence on operator with a poor safety record.
Stashed cash, guns and meth: Key pair in Bay drug operation appeal sentences
The man who played a central role stashed $1.5m in a hydraulic compartment in his bed.
Eggs and easels for Easter in Te Puke
Nine eggs are being decorated by artists and groups to make up the trail.
Views sought on slated 7.41 per cent rates rise
Council wants to dip into the general rate reserve to keep the rates rise down.
Police investigating 'attempted abduction' seek car
Information on small car with dark windows sought.
SH25 closed: Critical injuries in Coromandel crash
Police were called shortly before midday.
'I fell off a cliff': Kiwi Olympian aiming for fifth Games after long Covid struggle
Luuka Jones missed almost an entire year of competition.
Sprint car drivers chase $5000 prize
Four feature winners among the field for $5000 prize.
'Father Ted' upping sticks after tireless contribution
Brendan Gibbs is leaving Katikati after serving 24 years as the Anglican reverend.
Kiri Gillespie: Unfair to lump city safety costs on regional council alone
Safety of people in the city is not a responsibility exclusive to the regional council.
Passion for orchids a family affair
Diane Hintz's love of orchids came from her mother and grandmother.
'Our energy levels are failing': Bay secondary teachers strike again
'There’s only one really good time to sort this out and that is now'
Shiver me timbers! Rotorua wakes to coldest day of the year
Cold and clear weather is across the Bay of Plenty.
Parking fees a 'killer': Retailers, shoppers on how to solve 'dead' Tauranga CBD
Been described as 'in crisis' by Downtown Tauranga chairman Brian Berry.
Work on picturesque shared path in Katikati gets under way
Work on the new pathway between Yeoman Bridge to Park Rd Reserve has started.
Man appealing rape conviction says he has 'sexsomnia'
Man claims he didn't know he was having sex in his sleep.