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Clarke Gayford sorry for 'confusion' after claim he tried to get mate rapid test

Gayford accused of trying to subvert health rules for his mates after Omicron scare.

Revealed: The cost of water-related injuries

The most common activities that led to injuries were boating, swimming and fishing.

'A lifesaver': More than a third of eligible Bay residents have got booster

A doctor says about 3000 booster shots were being given per weekday in the Bay of Plenty.

Billion-dollar 'rebound' year for Tauranga building consents

This compared to $750 million worth of building consents issued in 2020.

'It's ridiculous': 27 days before bank picks up home loan application

More home loans likely to be declined as banks 'deeper dive into your finances'.

Spat at, shoulder-barged, chased by car: Council staff targeted as assaults soar

During past 18 months, people are "more stressed around the potential Covid situation"

Letters: New senior e-bike riders need safety training

Our readers have their say.

Sun, surf and 320 litres of ice cream a day: Bay booms over holiday season

Businesses say the Mount will need more than the holiday influx to recover.

Hot temperatures and pests keeping services on their toes

Hot temperatures are boosting the activity of pests.

Bay of Plenty moves to restricted fire season overnight

Everyone needs a permit to light an open-air fire.

Will Bay of Plenty hit 100% fully-vaccinated?

One politician says people in harder-to-reach areas were still getting their first dose.

Revealed: Full line-up of all players for T20 Black Clash

The latest member has been revealed completing the full line-up for both teams.

'It's running wild': Mount woman in Aussie tells of life inside Omicron outbreak

'One person there was positive which turned into 62 cases from that night.'

'Intense itching': Maulers and larvae plague beachgoers

'I could feel tiny little egg-like creatures hitting against me as I swam'.

US lawsuits claim White Island tourists unaware of danger; graphic new details

The 2019 eruption claimed 22 lives.

'Devastating': Witnesses saddened by Arataki beach tragedy

Eyewitnesses say the Arataki Beach tragedy was devastating for everyone involved.