'Destroyed': 83yo faces court for allegedly painting over te reo on bins
The charge has a maximum penalty of seven years' imprisonment.
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Medical ship stranded in Fiji with large repair bill
The crew was providing much-needed medical aid to isolated communities in Fiji.
Truck loses trailer on SH2, nose to tail between two other vehicles
Police say no injuries were reported, but delays are likely.
'Secrecy only benefits the employers': Should people's salaries be made public?
New figures show job listings featuring salaries have risen by about a third in a year.
Worse than in Covid: 'Record' need as homeowners, fulltime workers turn to foodbank
"The rainy day is here right now," foodbank manager Nicki Goodwin says.
Study shows proposed ferry service risks high costs
Projected fares prompt transport boffins to recommend people rely on buses instead.
Mark Lister: Policymakers face a balancing act as unemployment rises
OPINION: These are necessary developments for inflation to moderate.
How each Kiwi household wastes $1510 of food a year - and how to stop it
Grocery shopping or buying takeaways when the fridge isn't empty needs to stop.
'I don’t think they need them there': Why dad-of-three backs school phone bans
A Tauranga high school is banning students from using phones during the school day.
The Great NZ Road Trip: Rotorua to Tauranga
NZME's Editor-at-Large Shayne Currie continues his road trip across NZ in the all electric VW ID.5, making his way from Rotorua to Tauranga. Video / Shayne Currie
Eight surgeries in 12 years: 'Unfortunate Experiment' patient speaks out
Despite her experiences, 80-year-old Frances Denz does not consider herself a 'victim'.
She tracked a Facebook scammer: Her tips for spotting dodgy Christmas deals
The first sign of the scam was tricked buyers turning up on her mother-in-law's doorstep.
'Professional dreamer': Life after battling perils of poverty, P and homelessness
'We put the lost and the lonely and the broken back together again.'
No 1 for number twos! Rotorua wins best loo, Tauranga best large city
The Keep New Zealand Beautiful Awards were announced at Parliament House yesterday.
'Save us': Letters to minister on whether Tauranga commission should stay revealed
Commissioners' reappointment prompts strong views about their tenure.
Old roof beside highway described as an 'eyesore' and 'abscess':
He believes it's a bad look for tourists arriving. But a resolution may be on the horizon.
Black Clash: NRL legend announced as wildcard
The T20 Black Clash will be returning to Tauranga this summer.
Te Puia welcomes new head of wood carving school amid 60-year milestone
Grant Hamarama Smith Marunui was welcomed with a whakatau to honour his new role.
'Godsend', says widow: Pāpāmoa to have 24-hour medical clinic
The clinic will operate as a 'hybrid' model of in-person and telehealth services.
'Totally involved': Crews battle house fire near Rotorua
Multiple trucks were called to the fire.
New owner, new name and 'fresh start' for Pharmacy 44
'This kind of opportunity doesn’t come around very often,' says new pharmacist, 29.
'Gobsmacked': Grieving husband says Jehovah's Witness targeted him with letter
The letter 'preaching God's Kingdom' arrived about three weeks after his wife died.
'A whole new world': Young mum achieves goal of securing first home
“I’ll be setting my son up for his future as well," Ash McMahon said.
'Significant failure': Dairy farm fined $40k after effluent found in trout stream
A Bay of Plenty dairy farm and a director have admitted illegal discharge of contaminants.
Port worker taken to hospital after strong chemical smell, possible cause investigated
Emergency services were called around 5.40am.
Unhappy meal: 7-year-old's call for vegetarian burgers at McDonald's
Toyesh said he would 'love to come to McDonald’s and eat [a burger] with my friends'.
'Final nail in the coffin': Struggling CBD businesses reveal impact of carpark closure
'We’ve endured very challenging times and shouldn't be penalised for staying in the CBD'.
Flooding possible as severe thunderstorm watch issued for Bay of Plenty, Rotorua
The watch is in place until 9pm.
Guy Fawkes: Nine fires likely to be linked to fireworks
All but one of these fires was last night.
A 'big holla' summer: Meet two Bay bands marking milestones at One Love 2024
Appearing on One Love a milestone for two Kiwi bands
Can you afford a crisis? 7 savvy savers' tips for building an emergency fund
Tips from a beneficiary saving $10 a week, a student with $39k at 22, and a $1m family.