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Toxic blue-green algae triggers new health warning for Holdens Bay
But the health warning for Okawa Bay at Lake Rotoiti has been lifted.
Two people killed in SH35 crash near Ōpōtiki
A passer-by discovered the vehicle down the bank near Opape Rd.
'Lethal combination' of strong winds, heavy rain set to hit Bay of Plenty
Residents are asked to avoid driving, clear drains and have an emergency kit ready.
'Prepare now': Gabrielle looms, monster-wave warning; follow cyclone's latest track
Secondary schools around Auckland considering closing campuses on Monday or Tuesday.
Ciggy-sales proposal stubs out all but 33 Super City retailers
Under the proposed allocation, Auckland would only have 33 tobacco retailers.
Sonya Bateson: Why is tipping rearing its ugly head in our society?
OPINION: 'Now I fear that tipping is creeping more and more into everyday life.'
Cyclone Gabrielle: 10 of the worst tropical cyclones to hit NZ
Ex-tropical cyclones have wrought havoc in NZ. Here's 10 of the worst.
Cyclone Gabrielle now 'severe category 3' storm as it tracks to NZ - heavy rain watch for 71 hours
The worst of the cyclone is expected on Monday and Tuesday in the upper North Island.
Letters: Governments come and go - individuals like Ardern are rare
Readers have their say.
‘People are desperate’: Lakes district elective surgery waitlist skyrockets
Te Whatu Ora said it was “working hard” to improve wait times.
50km before 50: Councillor by weekday, Tarawera Ultramarathon runner by weekend
More than 5000 people are expected to take part in the event.
'A little miracle' no one injured in 'horrific' Maungatapu slip - PM
Hipkins visited families displaced after slips who are now fighting for insurance cover.
National's plans to tackle Tauranga’s infrastructural and social challenges
National Party leader Christopher Luxon is promising his party will get things done.
Thought you saw a UFO this morning? Flying lights explained
'I went outside to have a cigarette with my cup of tea. I thought it was UFOs in the sky.'
Cyclone Gabrielle warnings: Auckland mayor extends state of emergency
Most models are showing Cyclone Gabrielle will directly hit New Zealand next week.
Watch: 'Massive boom' - Cathedral Cove damaged after 'scary' landslide
'If it was peak time there would have been many people. Very lucky it didn’t kill anyone.'
Appeal for sightings of Bay of Plenty man missing for two months
Despite 'extensive searches' across the region, the Murupara man cannot be found.
Cyclone Gabrielle warnings: Residents told to 'prepare for worst' - and to stock up on essentials
Most models are showing Cyclone Gabrielle will directly hit New Zealand next week.
PM in Tauranga: Hipkins visits residents affected by slips
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins is visiting Tauranga today.
Cyclone threat: Upper North Island residents urged to prepare
Cyclone Gabrielle is on its way. Residents can prepare now in various ways.
Cyclone Gabrielle warning: 'Direct hit' with heavy rain, damaging winds early next week
WeatherWatch NZ have forecasted the storm to hit the northern half of the North Island
'Trying times': 60 pc of maize crops wiped out, kiwifruit damaged, farmers worried
A tropical cyclone could cause more pain for contractors, kiwifruit growers and farmers.
'We need to catch up': New dental vans to boost oral health
'The Lakes area has the second worst oral health in New Zealand. We need to catch up.'
Settled Bay of Plenty weather expected this week - but a cyclone threat looms
The earliest the next tropical cyclone is expected to develop is over the weekend.
'Covered in rubble': Family loses $50K worth of items two weeks after cancer diagnosis
The family has still not been able to return home after the landslip.
28th Māori Battalion Memorial flag (finally) flies high again with rightful honours
The flag of the 28th Māori Battalion was raised with pride and aroha.
International travel still on rise despite cost of living and inflation
'Feels fantastic to be pumping through the positive bookings and leaving Covid behind.'
Man arrested over Murupara attack
Police have made an arrest following an alleged attack in Murupara.
'Unrealistic': Patients outnumber GPs by more than 1000 to one
Plus tips on how to manage your GP appointments.
Watch: Shocking aerial video shows gaping hole where Coromandel roadway once stood
Amateur pilot Philip Hart captured the footage this weekend.
Mount Maunganui surfer hits big time in Mexico
The teenager is preparing over the next four months for the world champs in El Salvador.