'It was really fun': School funds trip for students who show positive attitude to learning
School trip a reward for school attendance and positive attitude.
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Primary school goes into lockdown, police respond to reports of man with 'stick'
The lockdown has since lifted and students are able to go home.
In pictures: How local candidates are wrapping up their election campaigns
Its the last day of campaigning, ahead of election day tomorrow.
'Turning away in disgust': Voter turnout 'plunge' sign of 'hollow' campaign - analyst
'This election is the most hollow and unsatisfactory in living memory.'
Boss 'blindsided': Migrants quit for jobs with better residency path under new rules
'We just have to roll with the punches and see what happens.'
How the replacement wharf on Matakana Island will be funded
The revenue will go towards funding the building of the much-needed replacement wharf.
Jetskiers rescued off BoP coast after hours in the water
Six volunteers responded to the incident.
Controversial plans for more paid parking may be delayed
The changes were set to come into effect in three weeks.
The Premium Debate: Roadworkers shot at, abused, threatened amid delays
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Purple rain: Dye spills along Mount Maunganui road
The dye is not toxic, but when wet it will turn a bright blue.
Independent candidate for Bay of Plenty electorate, Zakaria Wahed (Taupō)
Zakaria Wahed (Taupō) is standing as an independent in the Bay of Plenty electorate.
$1m! Small BoP town wins first division
The region was in the money again in last night's draw.
'Welcome to the 1% Club’: Man's heart stops, doesn't breathe for eight minutes and lives
Eddie Gudopp survived a cardiac arrest, but still hasn’t been able to thank his saviours.
'Won't give up': How mum landed 'dream' role despite never having a job as an adult
'If I didn’t believe, everyone at the foundation believed in me to make it happen'.
'Chaos': Don Brash and partner flee Israel after war breaks out
On their drive to the airport, there was an 'eerie feeling that trouble was near'.
'Doesn’t know how to ruck’: Irish pundit's assessment of ABs captain
An Irish rugby pundit has pulled no punches in his assessment.
Te Pāti Māori candidate for Waiariki electorate, Rawiri Waititi
It’s been an honour to serve our people ... I would like that privilege again.'
'Huge loss': Spring celebration planned in nature-lover's memory
'He was recycling before anyone knew what it was.'
Well-known New Zealander denying violence charges elects jury trial
The man appeared in court in Rotorua.
'Masterpiece': Luxury spa wins design accolades
New build blends cultural heritage with 'stunning geothermal design'.
'I left the ticket in the car': Couple dream big after $500k win
The couple “still can’t believe” their luck.
Tsunami, ashfall and pyroclastic flows: BoP volcanoes subject of new study
Scientists head out to Mayor and White islands on RV Tangaroa tomorrow.
City that had just 'six' available rentals gets $11.2m boost to build more
The local rental market is 'unbelievably tight', social housing operator says.
Who, when, where: What to know about $21.4m boost for affordable rentals
'It’s our responsibility to look after those who have provided for us.'
The Premium Debate: Record numbers of Kiwis coming home from Australia
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Hopes for younger racers after Richie Stanaway's 'amazing' Bathurst win
'Any professional driver around the world wants to win Bathurst,' his father says.
Ōhiwa Harbour cruise gives oyster lovers the compete experience
Tio Ōhiwa aims to showcase natural beauty of region, and provide jobs.
'She was just so young': Grieving mum of schoolgirl hit by train speaks of heartbreak
'It’s awful to go to her grave and to know that she’s there and we’re leaving her there.'
80yo charged with murdering his wife at Mount Maunganui retirement village
Jean Ann Salter, 78, was found deceased yesterday.
'No place like home': Why record numbers of Kiwis have returned from Australia
The number of Kiwis returning home from Australia has jumped by 46 per cent.
80-year-old man charged with murder in Mount Maunganui
The woman, 78, was found deceased at the address.
'Like snow': Hailstorm stops cars on State Highway 33
A sunny day quickly turned into a driving hailstorm in the Bay of Plenty.
'It felt liberating': First-time voter encourages young people to have their say
Younger voter enrolment rates lag behind those of more senior citizens.
Animal Justice Party Bay of Plenty candidate, Caitlin Grattan
An insight into Animal Justice Party Bay of Plenty candidate, Caitlin Grattan.