'Suspicious item' that sparked road closures no threat to safety - police
Early report said there was a possibility an improvised explosive device had been found.
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Live: 5836 cases today, five virus-related deaths, 403 people in hospital
Ten patients are in intensive care today.
'A huge change for the better': What the Takitimu North Link will mean for locals
One Bethlehem resident says the expected reduction in traffic will be "utterly wonderful".
Opinion: Just do something - massacres need to stop
OPINION: US, just do something - anything - to stop the massacres.
'Made my week': Cystic fibrosis sufferer gifted money by stranger
The donor wanted Troy Watson to 'go and have fun' with his friends or family.
Monkeypox v Covid: How do the two viruses compare?
The Ministry of Health says the risk of importation of monkeypox to NZ is "moderate".
Vehicle impounds and $500 fines for gangs, promises byelection candidate
The proposed Bill would ban gangs from riding convoy on city streets.
'Absolute crisis': Staff shortages hit aged-care sector
Consequences of low staff and funding have those in sector worried.
Serious crash in Ōmokoroa, one critically injured
Police are responding to a crash in Ōmokoroa.
Serious crash: Six injured after two vehicles collide near Whakatāne
Fire fighters extricated two people trapped inside vehicles following the crash.
Ever wondered what happens to old wheelie bins? New machine has solution
The machine is believed to be a New Zealand first.
How a new father saved his family 'thousands'
He and other single-income families making it work share their stories.
'Waves of rain' for NZ, severe thunderstorms possible for North Island
Rainfall of up to 40mm an hour is forecast in Northland this evening.
Life 'going to change utterly': Lessons for people with long Covid
Chronic Fatigue patients say long Covid patients could benefit from their experiences.
E-bike giveaway giving back to community
The business hopes the giveaway will alleviate some pressure from people struggling
Marvellous Mr Mac: The teacher and author-illustrator winning over reluctant readers
Primary teacher Mr Mac writes to make kids laugh and to encourage reluctant readers.
'We have families, we're just doing our job': Road worker speaks out on abuse
Bottles, golf balls, and daily verbal abuse are being hurled at road workers by motorists
Rejected marine research facility on reserve land back on cards
A bid for the centre was blocked in 2020, now it is back with the public for feedback.
Byelection candidates urged to be 'anti-racist' by race relations commissioner
'What leadership says is very important to how our communities behave.'
Opinion: 'Fat girl!' The story of (another) verbal hit-and-run
OPINION: Why is it always a loser in a crappy car?
Letters to the editor: Subdivisions are the root cause of congestion
OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
'Fearless': Former All Black 'Red' Conway remembered
Richard 'Red' Conway notably had a broken finger amputated to play for the All Blacks.
'Optimal fan experience': $170m 'people's stadium' pitched
But local sports clubs that may be displaced by the stadium wait nervously for options
Who's claiming $518,000 from failed Tauranga builder?
Revenue during Covid insufficient to cover overheads, liquidator David Thomas says.
'Nasty virus' and range of illnesses spread through schools
One school had more than 40 absences this week, another had 20 per cent of kids away.
'Rushed' Three Waters reform a 'recipe for disaster' – Anne Tolley
"There's little clarity about how it all fits together and it's being rushed."
'Red' Conway: Rugby star who had finger amputated to make the All Blacks dies
Rugby icon had no regrets having finger amputated to make the All Blacks.
The Premium Debate: cystic fibrosis sufferers still hoping to get drug
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Letters: An idea for how to save millions of dollars in the CBD
Our readers have their say.
'I have trauma now': Retailers hope $6m programme will be enough to stop ram raids
Shop owners say they appreciate any help but for some it is too late.
Pain at the pump: Where's the cheapest gas near you?
The prices have seen a spike in EV and hybrid sales and could end one man's career.
Zizi Sparks: There are no winners in council's legal action against motels
Rotorua's council has lodged court action in the Environment Court against nine motels.
Tsunami sirens plan abandoned, considered too unreliable
Concerns were raised people relying on sirens would be let down in an emergency.