'Like someone twisting a knife in my back': Retiree's two-year wait for surgery
Hospital team 'working hard' to increase the number of patients being seen.
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Three Hawker & Roll outlets shut as PwC moves on troubled restaurant chain
Creditors of the chain are to meet before Christmas.
Why many Kiwis are choosing to get ahead on their mortgage
'Even a small increase in repayments can knock years off your loan term.'
'A bit of trepidation': MP Tāmati Coffey on preparing to raise 'baby number two'
'We’re not necessarily experts on girls but actually, we’ll be okay.'
MP Tāmati Coffey announces baby girl due in March
Coffey made the announcement on Facebook this afternoon.
After the Gib crisis: Govt unveils new building materials taskforce
'We know we are facing a period of global turmoil,' says Woods.
'Crying all morning': 'Tornado' hits farm, killing animals and destroying structures
But a swift community response is helping the distraught family pick up the pieces.
Motorists urged to 'drive with caution' after bad weather causes slips overnight
There are road closures in Waikato and Bay of Plenty.
Watch: Huge slip on SH29 over Kaimai Range caught on video
A woman was heard saying “watch out... oh my God” as the slip rushed towards them.
Drones on the radar after fatal shark attack
Water safety advocates endorse coroner's recommendations after Waihī Beach shark attack.
Stream crossing writes off couple’s electric car
They say they have given up on the idea of an electric or hybrid vehicle.
'Full-service drug dealer' sentenced on raft of charges
A Tauranga father has been jailed for three years for multiple drug dealing offences.
‘Annus horribilis’ of roading resilience – Waka Kotahi
'It’s no secret we’ve got some pothole issues at the moment.'
Women's rugby is more exciting than men's - Bay of Plenty coach
NZRU busy trying to sort rewards for Black Ferns' big win
Bus company 'sorry' after $15k of camera gear disappears en route to Tauranga
The company has since apologised for his experience and says it will help police.
$42k and counting: Legal bill for failed prosecution of dog attack
The council has spent $42,000 on legal fees, with an appeal yet to be heard.
Shark attack victim's final moments revealed
Coroner recommends drones be deployed by lifeguards at beaches.
Review: A new off-grid getaway with all the comforts of home
Watercliff eco cabins are nestled in Bay of Plenty bush for a peaceful getaway.
Opinion: Foster case of 'Moana' and the 'Smiths' unlikely to set a precedent
OPINION: We should not be surprised that love surfaced in this case.
‘I’m no hero mate’: Rescuer tells of valiant effort to save drowning swimmer
"He’s a good bloke and no one deserves to go out like that.”
Jury in Mongols gang trial to begin deliberations on Wednesday
Justice Melanie Harland has been summing up the case over the past two days.
Tragedy hero: 'He gave all his strength to save her' - dad sacrifices life to save daughter in rip
"It is a story of love of a whānau who would give everything for each other."
Man missing six months 'likely' travelled in a car on day of disappearance - brother
'We miss him dearly ... we love him so much and we just want to see him come back.'
'A disgrace': Volunteers unable to work at hospital despite it being 'short-staffed'
"We just suddenly got a text message and were told we weren't working anymore."
'It was really distressing' - Person drowns on island near Tauranga
'There’s a lot of police here, there’s been a real accident': Beach cafe worker.
'Stressed and unsure': Foodbank demand spikes nearly 30% as appeal begins
The soaring cost of living is having a big impact on people in need of help.
'Fat is not a naughty word': Plus-size shoppers call for change
Reader opinion: Many plus-size items are 'ugly', more expensive, and ill-fitting.
Son of prominent church leaders sexually offended against underage girls
Victim: 'I couldn't look at myself in the mirror because I felt dirty and ashamed.'
The cheekiest grin and kindest nature: Whānau reflect a year on from Malachi Subecz's murder
'He was never naughty, just very, very cheeky. He made all of us laugh.'
'Amazing opportunity': Black Ferns hooker ready to bring trophy home
It's been a long road to Eden Park, but the Black Ferns carry the hopes of a nation.
'We all lost everything': Family's home 'burnt to the ground'
"I just got a text message and it just said, 'hun, your house is on fire!!"
'Trapped': Fears new $90m interchange fails to offer tsunami escape paths
Maps warn that few places are safe from a significant tsunami but escape is limited.
Cop found not guilty for tasering man three times in cells
Video of the incident shows the officer tasering the man as he lay face-down on the floor.
Watch: Wild scenes as teen steals school bus, takes it on joy ride
A gumboot-wearing youth was caught on camera taking a stolen bus on a joyride.