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'What any local would do': Hordes jumping 'horrendous' SH2 queues, council counts show
The council says drivers are already tense enough with the current congestion.
Three apples for dinner: Vegan hospital patient left 'hungry and frustrated'
'The sad sandwich had a single slice of tomato in it.'
Entertainment figure trial: Indecent assault complainant told 'that's just what he does'
She gave evidence the accused tried to push her into a room.
Luke Kirkness: Thinking beyond roadworks to fix pothole crisis
Opinion: Roads of despair - will drivers ever be safe from NZ's pothole epidemic?
Hipkins: NZ needs to 'rethink' how roading infrastructure is funded
The Prime Minister says the fast uptake of EVs could affect petrol tax revenue.
Opinion: Tasering of elderly dementia patient appalling
Opinion: "A health issue should not be confused with aggressive, law-breaking behaviour."
'Hugely demanding': Firefighters head to Canada to help tackle wildfires
Canada has had more than 500 wildfires this season.
'It's a relief': Mum of injured teen speaks out after 100 cops target street racers
The mother's comments come after arrests were made and cars seized.
Watch: Crews return to Gate Pa house fire after flames spotted
”I haven’t seen flames that high in a long time.”
'Rat runners' label 'unfair to rats': Councillor lashes out over clogged roads
The problem is believed to be making traffic congestion on SH2 worse than it should be.
Fountain death: Child would have been 5 this week
The Coroner has opened an inquiry into the death.
3km pathway: New build begins along Pāpāmoa coast
The shared path will have rest stops, new public toilets and spots for food trucks.
How you can transform food waste into sustainable savings
Opinion: Expert tips on saying goodbye to food waste and hello to savings.
Concern as heavy industry seeks to continue discharging contaminants
Council considering applications from Allied Asphalts Ltd and Higgins Group Ltd.
Weather wipes out last remaining sensors on Whakaari
GeoNet also uses satellite information and monitoring flights to assess the island.
12 cars impounded in one night during boy racer sting
12 vehicles impounded, 15 unsafe vehicles were ordered off the road due to modifications
Fake money warning: Can you spot the difference?
Retailers are warning other businesses to watch out for counterfeit notes.
'It was pretty nasty': Driver hits out as potholes cause damage
Motorists lodge 33 complaints in 10 days.
'Huge help': Bay pharmacists praise decision to abolish $5 prescription fee
The decision, announced as part of Budget 2023, will cost the Government $619m.
Premium Debate: Why Labour’s Budget might be the most radical in 30 years
Subscribers have their say.
Investigation launched after student injured in class
Police received a report of a 'person being assaulted' at a Windsor Rd address on Monday.
Opinion: Why the rental crisis is a national disgrace
Opinion: Kāinga Ora’s home ownership schemes deserve more taxpayer money.
'The king of the mountain has fallen': Mountain biker mourned by community
'His laugh will be forever echoed around the park.'
Park fountain child death: Council rejected safety improvements two decades ago
Several proposals were offered including one to make the fountain shallower for $20,000.
Luxon reveals his top three issues facing Tauranga
Christopher Luxon paid a visit to Tauranga's foodbank and a kiwifruit packhouse on Monday.
Leading entertainment figure trial: Business relations sour after assault allegation, court told
The High Court trial is continuing in Rotorua.
7th Ave roadworks: 'Why are we the sacrificial lamb?'
"If they block in front of us as well, maybe I need to shut the shop.”
Wet wet wet: Auckland gets nearly a year’s rainfall in five months
Auckland's rainfall totals are running nearly three times above average in a sopping 2023.
Reader opinion: Locals deserve better on State Highway 2
OPINION: Bay of Plenty Times readers have their say.
The Premium Debate: Subscribers share views on family's rental struggle
Subscribers have their say.
Heavy rain watch, possible thunderstorms for region
The watch is in place until Tuesday morning.