1000 patients a day: 'Essential' healthcare workers to strike for 24 hours
A 'full withdrawal' of labour will take place on April 2.
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'Constant' pain, 'horrific' bleeding: Women speak out about endometriosis
Surgery is Lucy Cooper's 'only option' if the pain becomes too strong.
Low and slow - how this barbecue cooking style is overtaking gas four-burners
A Bay duo offer masterclasses aimed at the would-be 'barbecue god or goddess'.
Flying fox a favourite for Te Puna youth
The playground will have a play wonderland, slide, swings, spin supernova and flying fox.
Relief as council backs down on ‘nightmare’ fees for village
'It would’ve been extremely difficult, sort of a nightmare situation.'
Second person charged with murder of Mongrel Mob president
Police allege Taiatini was fatally struck by a vehicle last June.
Complainants get real estate agent censured, fined $1000 for property use advice
Complainant intended to operate an auto dismantling/vehicle parts business from property.
Easter Weekend weather: Bring out winter woolies, as rain, snow and winds forecast
Most of the North Island will see rain at times during the long weekend.
'Saving a life' was his only thought - until 'old habits' crept in
Man who stopped to help with CPR then stole a purse from the victims can now be named.
Person airlifted to hospital after crash near Rotorua, road closed
The crash happened on Hamurana Rd near the intersection with Tauranga Direct Rd.
One critical after incident on Mauao summit
Emergency services were called to the mountain about 10.51am.
10-year city deals: The spot PM says will 'likely' be one of the first
Govt wants 30-year infrastructure project pipeline – 'not just ideas but proper projects'.
Buses on-demand: City battling congestion trials new scheme
The buses operate like Uber and could be expanded to the rest of the city, if successful.
Hot topics quiz: What year was the first Rocky film released?
How good is your general knowledge? Test yourself with our hot topics quiz.
Port says no risk to Auckland, Tauranga harbour bridges after Baltimore bridge tragedy
Sugar factory gets limited, controlled traffic, port says.
Tauranga bars to close earlier under booze rule changes
“The potential tip out at 2am will find us pushing a lot more people out on the street."
Te Puke’s former Mitre 10 building subject of business interest
The owners has worked to make the building suitable as an RSE facility.
Jailed serial groper who did indecent act on parole to be released again
Disgraced former senior representative cricket player 'will not pose an undue risk'.
'It breaks your heart': Dad's anguish after kicking out meth addict son
'His addiction destroyed the vibe in our home.'
'I hope you get what you deserve': Daughter confronts man who killed her father in crash
Livai Nuku survived the crash he caused, but suffered a traumatic brain injury.
Local eatery joins the celebration of region's food and drink
Paengaroa restaurateurs partner with Te Puke truffles for foodie event.
Not very Zen: Residents upset after Buddha statues stolen
Warning to others as garden statues go walkabout.
Rotorua to Auckland: Four youths arrested after stolen car spiked on motorway
Police say the vehicle went almost twice the posted speed limit.
Second Katikati Jazz Street Party shines through wet weather
The second Katikati Jazz Street Party was to go ahead rain or shine.
New bridge between Bethlehem and Tauriko to open
The bridge is part of the $655 million Takitimu North Link project.
Te Puke Police report
Tips on how to reduce the risk of being a victim of car theft.
ACC Navigation Service available at Poutiri Wellness Centre
Claim accepted: Request, an electric bed.
'It happened so fast': Mum hit by car in a restaurant tells how she survived
She and her husband had just finished their garlic bread when they heard a bang.
'I would be dead': Wife saved husband having heart attack during sleep
Journalist says his wife's first-aid training saved him after a heart attack at home.
Older drivers 'worried and confused' about licence renewal process
Having a plan before you can no longer drive is a good idea, says Age Concern.
Dedicated day on the water
Every year the school has a dedicated day of water activities.
Walking committee by your side
''We're not just behind the scenes organising, we're right there alongside you.''
'Intolerable risk to life': Council agrees to buy slip-damaged homes
'Getting to this point has taken longer than any of us may have expected.'