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OPINION: Studying the closure of road will not provide relief for commuters.
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Te Maunga transfer station is now recycling e-waste
The need to find a sustainable end-market for materials had been a stumbling block.
Budget service's clients owe $67 million - far more than last year
The figure comes as the service marks 50 years and a new name.
Shoppers, retailer want stricter mask rules to fight 'super spreader'
The call for a mask-wearing mandate is growing as compliance with wearing masks declines.
'Ashamed' and 'isolated': Struggling families selling possessions to survive
'We need to be upfront a recession is here ... impacted families are battling it today.'
'Hugely important': Cat colony desexing operation on Matakana Island
The 'whole day event' means the feline population will no longer be growing.
More than 10,000 cases and 16 Covid-related deaths today
The tally is slightly down after more than 11,000 community cases for three days in a row.
Man spots allegedly stolen bike for sale online, leads police to container of goods
The action led police to a container of allegedly stolen goods.
Luke Kirkness: How the new gang prevention laws miss the mark
OPINION: Arrests need to be made at times, but they won't lead to significant change.
Large underslip on SH2 after heavy rain
It was found this morning, caused by heavy rain over the last 48 hours.
The Premium Debate: Subscribers weigh in on iwi threat to blockade harbour
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Plunket fundraiser's $500k goal: How you can help
The charity used a pen and paper filing system until 2016 so needs to upgrade technology.
Christopher Luxon speaks on Covid strategy and kiwifruit industry
Making work visas easier to get could help kiwifruit, hospitality and tourism industries.
106-year-old glass feature removed in Tauranga council demo
As new glass artwork Midnight Sun is installed, a historic council feature is removed.
'PR stunt': Mobsters warn gang crackdown could spark more violence
Taking items by force may only increase anger and 'inflame' the situation.
'Disrespectful' unveiling for iwi leader renews anguish for ex-wife, children
But an iwi leader says a lot of people needed the unveiling to heal.
GP denied use of unapproved ivermectin drug to treat
Judge declines to release medicines imported from India.
Rain easing after wild weather thrashes NZ
After a week of wild weather, most Kiwis are expected to have some respite from rain.
Weather: Warning for Harbour Bridge tonight as heavy rain and gales set to hit Auckland
Streams and rivers could rise rapidly and flooding and slips are possible.
'What we need is some very simple rules': Luxon on Covid announcement
Government announces new measures to fight the increasing numbers of Covid-19 infections.
Small aircraft fire at Tauranga Airport
Fire and Emergency NZ was called to reports of an aircraft on fire.
Govt frees up masks, RATs; 11,382 cases today, child dies with virus
An estimated 400,000 people will now be eligible for anti-viral drugs.
The awe-inspiring collection of a Star Wars mega-fan
Katikati has a connection to the Obi-Wan Kenobi series... Mike Kessell.
Sketch map shows two settlements in Katikati
Athenree Homestead, which will display the map, can be seen at the top of the map.
Live: Fresh storm warning - deluges, gales to slam top of NZ, tide flood threat
New gale, rain and road snow alerts are in place from Northland to central North Island.
Māori names favoured over developers but some councillors disagree
Five private roads in five new subdivisions in the Bay of Plenty need names approved.
Proud moment for Katikati ex-gunner
Mike Subritzky joined gunners from around NZ for their annual dinner at Government House.
The Prem Debate: Money wasted on useless PR
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say
Comment: Free speech won public acceptance for gays and lesbians
OPINION: We must tolerate the ideas of others, even if we think they're bad or hurtful
Samantha Motion: Pokies plague creates ethical dilemma for communities
OPINION: There's no shortage of shocking statistics when it comes to pokies in NZ.
Jerrie-Lee repping Te Puke at beauty pageant
Author, model, actor, mum, athlete - will Jerrie-Lee add beauty queen?
Pool cover will mean year-round swimming
A TECT grant has got the wheels in motion for the construction of a roof covering