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'I will do everything I can to stop them' - Mark Mitchell on gangs

His comments come after the Mongrel Mob Ōpōtiki president rubbished National's plans.

Adverse events: Fifteen die in DHB care

Figures revealed in health report.

Summer of Sevens: BOP teams gear up

Qualifying for the TECT National Sevens is front of mind for Bay of Plenty men and women.

'My whole life was gone': Woman tells of surgical device nightmare

The woman lived with extreme pain for six years.

A Taupō win will mean 100 per cent success rate for Wells

And she's after redemption when she lines up in Taupō.

Rugby: Carroll gets Blues call up to replace Wardlaw

But Baden told him to go for it.

'Good luck': Gang leader rubbishes National's plans

'Are we not allowed to spend time with our own family members?'

'He nearly killed us': Mum of children held hostage by father speaks

She said she suffered nine years of abuse at his hands.

Two children stable after fatal SH2 crash, witnesses sought

Police are now seeking the public's help for information following the crash.

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.

Black Stick Samantha Charlton reacts to sports awards recognition

All Black Sam Cane and Black Stick Samantha Charlton reign supreme at BOP Sports Awards.

Ignite7: Which emerging stars impressed?

Given the tools to succeed, young talent flourished at Red Bull Ignite7.

All the winners from the Bay of Plenty Sports Awards revealed

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Injuries mean speedsters Portia Woodman, Michaela Blyde out

But both aim to be available for selection for Hamilton Sevens in January.

Tauranga camp aims to unearth taekwondo talent

And they'll also focus on personal development.