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OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say on the holiday to mark the Queen's passing.
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Challenge to young people to amp up the vote
LGNZ wants everybody to encourage at least one other person to vote.
'Gut wrenching': Hope for funding of 'miracle' drug slips away
One parent is considering moving overseas where the drug is publicly funded.
'Unacceptable': Council members clash during elder housing discussion
'An incredible opportunity', or a 'totally deficient' proposal: council debates.
Ngahi Bidois: It took three generations to get our language back
OPINION: Te reo Māori is relevant in many places
Thousands expected at Tauranga Marathon
The marathon's course begins at Maxwells Rd and will finish at Sala St.
Huge Hamilton project heralds a stronger economic future for Waikato
The first stage boasts a 35ha logistics hub, 25ha of industrial space and a 10ha wetland.
Mayoral candidate stumped by mystery election signs going up on his behalf
'The first I knew of them was my mum drove past one outside Te Puna Hall and told me.'
Subscribers weigh in on why food prices rose at the fastest rate in 13 years
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Subscribers weigh in on proposed congestion charges
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Pharmac can't progress Cystic Fibrosis drug Trikafta - CF New Zealand
Cystic Fibrosis New Zealand claims Pharmac says Trikafta funding cannot be progressed now.
PHO workers learn te reo Māori to improve patients' experience
"Whatever we learn, no matter how small, is valuable and adds to our kete of knowledge."
'They will take out their own teeth': Dental charity 'overwhelmed' with demand
'A lot of people are putting up with unacceptable levels of pain.'
Hamilton mayoral candidate Paula Southgate shares her views
Waikato Herald invited Hamilton's mayoral candidates to share their thoughts on issues.
Govt considers invoking new powers to fast-track Tauriko housing
The project is a 'significant opportunity' that could foster collaboration - Kāinga Ora.
'Significant' delays: Hundreds of children waiting on dental surgery after Covid
The wait time for Bay patients needing extensive treatments can be up to 15 months.
Man airlifted to hospital in serious condition after car goes over bank
A vehicle has slid off State Highway 25 this afternoon near Whangamatā .
Investigation into claims Coromandel wetland cleared for housing development
The area is described as a threatened ecosystem and likely home to numerous species.
Reo Māori stalwart Hana Te Hemara immortalised in five-storey mural looking to Taranaki maunga
Hana Te Hemara mural unveiling in Taranaki, created by artist Graham Hoete, aka Mr G.
Two more men appear in court charged with murder of David Kuka
Kuka was killed in February 2018, believed to be a case of mistaken identity.
Police targeting drivers' cellphone use
Thirty two fines were handed out in an hour and a half last week.
Roaring 40! How this runner prompted a Rotorua marathon rule change
Papamoa-based occupational therapist hopes to create another slice of race history.
Armed police arrest man outside court, allege imitation gun found
Police officers armed with rifles arrested the man.
Luke Kirkness: Public holiday for Queen's death the wrong move
OPINION: This was not the time or place for another public holiday.
Dramatic photos show tractor fire on Lower Kaimai
Delays should be expected as congestion eased through the area.
Playground ready for kids and community
Waihi Beach School's new playgrounds are mostly completed.
Western corridor selected for extensive urban development assessment
Selection for this assessment kicked off an extensive engagement and consultation process.
The Premium Debate: Subscribers react to the announcement of a one-off public holiday
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Te Matai Rd reopens after serious crash
Diversions are in place after car hits tree.
Live: Harry, William walk with Queen's coffin; mourners face 4km queue
The monarch is now lying in state at Westminster Hall.
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