Doctors say patients 'choosing to die' due to lack of local treatment options
Health Minister blames issues on legacy of underfunding by past governments.
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'There was blood... everywhere': Police mental health callouts rise
'We're building a whole new mental health system and it does take time' - health minister.
Missing French tourist's friends plead for public help with search as kayak found
A French traveller was last seen kayaking on Lake Rotorua on Monday.
What's happening at Whakaari/White Island? Plume of steam and ash spotted
The island is being continuously monitored for further changes in unrest.
'It's a starting point': First female Super Rugby coaches have big dreams
Crystal Kaua replaces Allan Bunting, who lead the team to the title last year.
Unclaimed WWII taonga to be returned to whānau
The last 28th Māori Battalion soldier has praised the mahi, but says it took too long.
Helicopter heroes: White Island rescuers' bravery honoured
Pilot: 'It felt that we were doing as much as we could but not enough for people.'
'Did we miss something?' Retired detective's 30-year search for answers in cold case
The family of Judy Yorke, last seen at a Tauranga party, and a retired cop still hope.
'Intense': Sam Uffindell tells of furore's impact on him and family
Tauranga MP also tells of the conversation during that trip with Todd Muller.
Three critical in two crashes
A motorbike and SUV collided in Westport and the Ōpōtiki crash involved a single vehicle.
National ticketing system on the way for public transport
The National Ticketing Solution will be rolled out in stages, starting in Canterbury.
$129k fence and security cameras: Locals take action to protect against homeless, hearing told
"My family are telling me to move out of town."
Explainer: Why did the appeal against teen rapist's home detention sentence fail?
Judge wasn't happy with teen rapist's jail-free sentence. But she didn't change it. Why?
Long weekend weather: Fine conditions forecast for most of NZ
But rain and frost warnings for some parts of the country.
Court of last resort: Sacked hospital worker's appeal bid denied
Ana Shaw objected to a large legal costs bill; now it's higher after losing appeal bid.
'A true leader': First wāhine Māori marine professor welcomed
Kura Paul-Burke is one of only three Māori marine professors in New Zealand.
Watch: Family's 'holy s*** moment' as oncoming van veers into their lane
'The video doesn't do it justice either as to how close they actually were.'
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Quashed: Court of Appeal orders retrial for man accused of murdering toddler
Adrian Clancy was convicted of murdering the 17-month-old in 2021.
'Catastrophic consequences': Hospitality owners protest over immigration issues
Local hospitality businesses shut down in protest over staff and immigration issues.
Majestic return: First international cruise tourists in two years arrive
Majestic Princess is the first of over 100 cruise ships scheduled to visit the region.
Serious crash, Te Puke - Bay of Plenty
Initial indications suggest there are serious injuries.
Speedway considers legal action over 'rushed' Baypark plan
The council has endorsed a masterplan but says no final decisions have been made.
One dead after SH35 crash in Te Kaha, Opotiki, road closed
Motorists are asked to take an alternate route.
Comment: Māori Boy from Awahou - the MBA that matters
OPINION: So how does one qualify for their honorary MBA qualification?
'Best birthday present ever': Rising teen star performs with Sol3 Mio
Rotorua teenager Nikau Chater performed with Sol3 Mio at Spark Arena this week.
Family of man missing since May suffer second blow
"I struggle every day - mentally, physically, everything."
Bay of Plenty hapū leads restoration project in wetlands
The rehabilitation of 5.3ha of salt marsh and grazing land near Athenree is under way.
The region where armed offenders squad callouts have spiked
A sign Government has let gun crime get out of control, or that it's taking a harder line?
Matata crash kills one, injures two, motorists asked to avoid area
The crash occurred just after 9pm tonight on SH2 in Matata.
Seagulls, porta-loos, back pockets: The $13.5m cost of Kiwis' broken phones
State Insurance has revealed the Bay of Plenty tied first for losing and breaking phones.
'Catastrophic' frost worries kiwifruit growers but total damage unknown
'Devastating': Trevelyan Pack & Cool estimates 10 per cent kiwifruit loss due to frost.
'Never ceded sovereignty': Appeal against conviction for reclaiming land
The hearing included questions around the tikanga of pig poo.