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'Very dangerous season ahead': Large fires prompts warning
The hot weather has its downfalls!
Counsellor: Hostage ordeal trauma will have lasting impact
"The survival part of the brain gets extremely heightened through traumatic events."
Hostage siege: Single bullet ended kids' 15-hour terror
Neighbours report hearing rapid gunfire, but police say they are mistaken.
Fire at wood waste yard under investigation
A plume of smoke can be seen near the Baypark stadium.
Investigation likely after man fatally shot in Tauranga
An investigator was at the scene today.
Hostage tragedy: Man shot by police 'trying to turn his life around'
Neighbours describe the 'terrifying' events that unfolded on Oriana Cres.
Volcanic unrest at White Island, eruption more likely than usual
White Island may be entering a period where eruptive activity is more likely than normal.
2019 SX2 title win was 'too easy'
And Josiah Natzke has his eyes set on more wins.
Bay of Plenty schools ditch the straw
Bay of Plenty schools have the opportunity to move to a more sustainable packaging.
Local Focus: Sprinklers blamed for early water restrictions
Council asks community to use water efficiently. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Sprinklers blamed for early water restrictions
Council asks community to use water efficiently. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
TJ Perenara vs RBHS Stuart Leach - whose try was best?
Rotorua Boys' High School first XV player Stuart Leach has been placed among the stars.
'Bring it on': Zahnee climbs Mauao after major surgery
Zahnee climbed Mauao for the first time since major surgery on Sunday.
Fatal shooting: Girls out of hospital, hostage-taker a 'recluse'
A man was shot dead by police yesterday after holding children hostage with a machete.
Two children stable after fatal SH2 crash, witnesses sought
Police are now seeking the public's help for information following the crash.
Families pack Pāpāmoa Plaza for Santa parade
Santa skipped his traditional sleigh for something a bit sportier.
Bay players line up against Papua New Guinea
Three Bay of Plenty women will start from the bench.
Opinion: Armed tactical police needed on the ground
No New Zealand cop wants to shoot anyone.
Letters: Village more pleasant since begging by-law passed
Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
Hostage-taker shot dead: 'We had to get those kids out of that house'
A man has been shot by police after taking three children hostage.
'Chilling': Man shot dead by police after holding kids hostage
The 15-hour standoff ended with the man being shot dead
Black Stick Samantha Charlton reacts to sports awards recognition
All Black Sam Cane and Black Stick Samantha Charlton reign supreme at BOP Sports Awards.
Freedom at her feet: Peyton Steyn gifted special trike
Make-A-Wish Foundation gifted the trike for the girl who is unable to walk freely.
Man shot dead after holding children hostage
An armed man held a machete to the throat of a child
Environmental group helps Kaiate Falls clean up their act
From stomach bugs to belly flops - environmentalists are cleaning up the Kaiate Falls.
Cash or can: Tauranga Te Papa Rotary Club collection begins today
"If all you can manage to put into the box is a 70 cent can of spaghetti, please do so."
Litter womble's clean up mission, and the attack that nearly killed her
NZ of the Year nominee Su Hodkinson on litter, and her near fatal stabbing.
Ignite7: Which emerging stars impressed?
Given the tools to succeed, young talent flourished at Red Bull Ignite7.
'Shining the light': Dawn service at Mauao summit to mark White Ribbon Day
"It's about time men stepped up and did something positive."
Santa is here! Pāpāmoa Christmas parade starts the festive spirit
What are your plans for Christmas?
Fewer hours and exercise: Meet the employers offering work-life balance
What is your workplace doing to promote wellbeing?
Why Mount CBD has more vacant shops than usual
The city's three main CBDs are facing the challenge of high retail rents and empty shops.