Stories making headlines around the regions today include an 8-year-old boy who told councillors his opinion and graduate with the world at his feet - again.
A Tauranga boy impressed local councillors after plucking up the courage to deliver a passionate speech.
A recent Waikato University graduate and maths whiz has been snapped up by Google for a second time.
Geothermal activity in Rotorua has forced the closure of a road, take a look at
photos and a video here.
Meanwhile, Hastings Superette owners have suffered the second blow in less than a week.
