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Highmark Homes founder Bob Hunt retires after 60 years
'It’s been a privilege': Highmark Homes founder retires after 60 years.
How to avoid a Christmas financial hangover and enjoy the silly season on a budget
Don't over-spoil your family if you are going to get into financial trouble.
DoC rangers advise being wildlife wise with dogs
Canines are never allowed in national parks or on offshore island reserves.
Council: Summer guidelines and opening hours
Thames Coromandel District Council have advised on opening hours for council services.
Community shop looking for volunteers
Waihi Beach Community Shop is open from 10am to 2pm Monday to Saturday.
Whangamata Croquet Club twilight results
December 12 was the last outing for Whangamata Croquet’s twilight players before Xmas.
New assistants at Chiefs for Super Rugby Aupiki
Experienced trio named for the Chiefs Manawa 2023 campaign.
Rescue helicopter round-up
The Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter crew were busy over the month of November.
Bayleys Ngatea golf day raises $20,000 for charity causes
The annual charity golf day is hosted by the Karl Davis Team of Bayleys Ngatea.
Unwanted All Black Pita Gus Sowakula to say bon voyage
The loose forward will leave the Chiefs after the 2023 Super Rugby Pacific season.
Paeroa friends take on Weet-Bix Tryathalon as fun event resumes
The Sanitarium Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon rebooted at the Mount after a Covid-forced break.
Cook shellfish to keep safe from Vibrio
Kiwis urged to thoroughly cook the kai moana they collect this summer.
Aerocool rescue helicopter a lifesaver for BOP man trapped by forklift attachment
Paul’s accident injuries had been labelled as status 1, which is an immediate life threat,
Chiefs sign Irish prop John Ryan for Super Rugby Pacific 2023
Ireland’s John Ryan will join the Gallagher Chiefs for 2023 DHL Super Rugby Pacific
Whangamata Christmas Parade in photos
Sights from the Whangamata Christmas Parade and Fair held on Saturday, December 3.
Mark Lister: Opportunities amid market volatility in 2023
'Be cautious, patient, and sensible with your finances in the new year'
Rental investigation: Tenants offered other accommodation
Premises does not have consent for its current use, says MBIE.
Kelly Makiha: Housing accord missing vital details
OPINION: There are positive signs but when exactly will emergency housing woes end?
'Don’t stop giving': One last call for foodbank donations as appeal enters final week
'Don't stop giving' as final week of appeal begins
Bay business house events having a great day at the office
Hammers and hard drives are being switched for golf clubs and darts.
'In past couple of weeks it's hit me that life really is a survival game,' says mum
OPINION: Christmas appeals bring joy to many of our families in the Bay.
Ho ho hold up: More ratepayer dosh without consultation?
OPINION: Commissioners' decision to skip consultation indicates they've stopped listening.
Q&A: L.A.B discuss their summer tour, and leaving egos at the door
L.A.B: 'We feel like we're making some of the best songs we've ever done.'
Contracted emergency housing decision is a 'bob each way', local leader says
What do locals think of the commissioners' decision to grant resource consent to motels?
Widower, 90, spends fourth year volunteering for hospice in his wife's memory
“I feel that I owe Waipuna a lot ... because they really looked after her.”
'It meant a lot for us to have it back': Bereaved family reunited with memorial seat
Adrian Shuen's family were heartbroken when his memorial seat was removed.
Blood service seeking 120 more donors: 'It’s such an important cause'
The New Zealand Blood Service is forecasting a busier summer this year than last.
Families of Whakaari eruption victims return to island three years on
A group of nearly 20 people have ventured onto the crater.
Machete attack: Man’s hand severed in petrol station brawl over chainsaw
Man in 'vigilante' attack at a Gull petrol station will spend eight years in jail.
New Zealander of the Year semifinalists announced
Black Ferns star is on the list of semifinalists for Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year.
'Bombshell': Writer could get life-saving transplant
'I never expected that ... they had braced me for the opposite.'
Local Focus: Step away from the sprinkler
Sprinklers are now banned until February, but there’s hope for veggie growers this summer.