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OPINION: White supremacists do exist in our country, though hopefully not in great numbers
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Murder trial: 'Burglary gone wrong' by another man, defence says
The defence argues Brian Hilton's death was committed by another man during a burglary.
Father jailed for 'severe beating' and murder of 5yo son
William Sio, who beat his son to death, said he was 'not the parent of the year'.
Jo Raphael: Stop the inter-generational attacks
OPINION: It's wrong to blame young people for not having the tools to cope with adversity.
'We live off the ocean': Microplastics in Bay shellfish spark food chain concerns
Matire Duncan says change is needed to reduce plastic getting into the ocean and kaimoana.
Murder trial: Victim suffered 'multiple blunt force impacts'
A forensic pathologist says 77-year-old suffered extensive bruising and broken bones.
Mussel-ing in: Battle to save 'eco-system engineers' from sea star invasion
One PhD student said sea stars are threatening mussels in Ōhiwa Harbour.
Ōpōtiki murder trial: CCTV analysis found two persons of interest
A forensic imaging specialist gave evidence on day three of the trial.
Champions on tour! Black Caps to visit Tauranga
The Black Caps are taking the Mace on a week-long, nationwide tour of New Zealand.
Witness recants police statement on stand during murder trial
The jury has heard more Crown evidence on day two of a Tauranga High Court murder trial.
Jo Raphael: Stargazing gives us the opportunity to practise Matariki principles
OPINION: Matariki will give us time to slow down and reflect.
Coldest days of the year: Early morning crashes, police warn drivers to take care
It is another frosty start to the day in the Bay of Plenty.
Dawn Picken: Saddened but not surprised by sexual assault report
Opinion: It's hard to deal with despicable behaviour happening under our noses.
Jo Raphael: Healthy homes should be a given
OPINION: Cold, unhealthy homes should be a thing of the past with new rules.
Local Focus: Free bus rides for permanently impaired passengers
Accessibility Concession goes live for buses in the Bay. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Jo Raphael: Bubble risk-takers shouldn't complain
OPINION: The transtasman bubble was always a case of "flyer-beware".
Sweet as! NZ's top honey producers celebrated
Outstanding achievements honoured at Apiculture NZ National Honey Competition.
'It is just crazy': Conference sector enjoys increased demand
'We are pretty booked up all the way till March,' says one Tauranga catering company.
Impact of rates collection switch remains a mystery for some councils
The move means less money for district councils.
'Tell them to bring their guns': Details of fatal police shooting revealed
A coroner's inquest is under way after a man was shot and killed by police in 2016.
Jo Raphael: Teach children early on about the value of saving
OPINION: Buy now, pay later can be convenient, but don't let it get out of hand.
Colder than the North Pole: Antarctic blast nearing NZ
Here's what you need to know about the regions and roads forecast to be worst-hit.
Heavy rain warning for parts of Bay of Plenty
Heavy rain may cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly.
Dawn Picken: Airport, racecourse should be on the table for housing
OPINION: All options should be considered for shifting people out of emergency housing
Want it? Meat, car warrants, fry pans - you can buy it all now and pay later. But should you?
'People don't have to save anymore, if they want it, they buy it.'
Tania's story: My best friend was not too young for bowel cancer
Tania Hilliam had stage 4 bowel cancer and a grim future. Now look at her.
'It could be anywhere': Covid data expert's warning for Bay
Close contacts in Tauranga have tested negative but the risk remains.
Truffle hunt in full swing
There are over 300 truffle farms, known as truffières, in New Zealand.
Trio sentenced for massive tyre dump
The father and daughter had sought discharge without conviction.
'We're ecstatic': Kane Williamson's dad on the sleepless nights leading up to historic win
Brett Williamson eventually got up at 4.30am after being bombarded with text messages.
Jo Raphael: is Working for Families tax credit really working?
OPINION: Should taxpayers be propping up working families?
'Completely different ballpark': Big boost for bus infrastructure in $3b plan
The extra money will be spent on public transport facilities and bus shelters.
Jo Raphael: Are we happy with the vaccine rollout?
OPINION: Make it as easy as possible for people to say yes.
Landlords selling up sparking fears of future slums
Landlords can lease properties to the Government through a Community Housing Provider.