'Reliant on locums': Region spends $8.6m on outsourced specialists in a year
'Higher rates' are paid to attract locums amid staff shortages, the union says.
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Western Bay households face 13.6pc rates rise
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Tauranga teen heading to Europe for MTB World Series
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'Incredibly generous': Farmer gifts 103ha with panoramic coastal views for regional park
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'Doesn’t make sense': BOP doctors speak out amid strikes
Junior doctors picketed outside hospitals this week.
Staff shortages force closures at Pathlab clinics
Closures were decided once all other options were exhausted, Pathlab says.
Letters: Roll on the election; cocktail party concerns
Our readers have their say.
Fuelling change: End of era for long-running service station
Bittersweet atmosphere as loyal patrons called in one final time.
'Shocked and horrified': Pet owner fearful after second cat shot in area
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Ria Hall’s documentary calls for support for Māori māmā
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Teen mall stabbing accused in court - police allegations revealed
The victim of the alleged incident remains in hospital.
Tauranga subdivision needs $400m for roads. Who will pay for it?
Tauranga's council could face a 'substantive funding gap' for new roads.
Minister's decision on housing intensification rules 'rational and reasonable'
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Dog latches on to pig's throat in public reserve, teens rush to help
Authorities are looking for the injured pig and advise people to avoid it.
Horse dies after crash, police issue warning
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'Common sense finally': Bid to lift building height limits in Mount Maunganui hits hurdle
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Mark Lister: Currencies and share investing
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Mount Maunganui mall attack: 16yo charged by police
Police have arrested a teenage girl over the incident, attack victim remains stable.
Bay of Plenty housing: Bishop rejects panel's recommendations
The minister's decision opens the door to housing growth in the area.
Revealed: Tauranga council’s private cocktail event to ‘celebrate’ city
But the list of the 150 invitees remains secret, for now.
'We need a roof over our heads': Distraught renter has to put down family dog
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A luxury spa and a 'calming' home: Architecture Awards winners announced
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How to get your tools back: Police tips after $30k worth retrieved
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