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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.

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.