'Disappointed but not surprised': Race commissioner reacts to racist jeers
"Racist comments do affect people's wellbeing."
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Backpacker's killer denied parole, future release considered
Coulam is still an 'undue risk' but work is going into his potential release this year.
Wet wet wet: Rain expected for most of the country
It will be wet in most places, but Canterbury can expect the biggest rainfall in 10 years.
Whakaari WorkSafe hearing expected to draw crowds
Whakatāne District Court hearing will be livestreamed to a second location.
'Cruel treatment': Father and girlfriend jailed for 'disturbing' child abuse
The children suffered repeated physical assaults involving weapons.
Local Focus: Cyclists invisible in truck blindzones
"Pretty eye-opening to be honest" for hidden cyclists. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Fatal crash driver was on P, boozed, driving wrong way on SH2
Driver admits manslaughter. Crash victim was heading home to his wife and kids after work.
'They were our pets': Sheep bloodbath devastates owners
Ewes lay dead with their unborn lambs ripped from their stomachs.
Local Focus: Electron racing along Pāpāmoa's waterways
Much more affordable than entering the America's Cup. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Three people await fate over tyre-stockpiling case
Two people have been sentenced in relation to a tyre dumping prosecution case.
Police alerts on over 2 million: Are you being watched?
Police could be keeping an eagle eye over you, new Official Information Act figures show.
Motorcyclist's death 'avoidable', other man involved an 'unconvincing witness'
Rotorua coroner has released his findings into the death of road crash victim.
'Relief' for families after jury finds man guilty of murders
Ōmanawa double murder accused was found guilty in the Tauranga High Court on May 24.
Lifeguards cop abuse from beachgoers at Mount Maunganui
Sea swells had made the Mauao base track dangerous.
School mourns 'larger-than-life' first-year teacher
"One teacher, or person, or role model that the kids would never, ever forget."
Guilty verdicts for double murder accused and partner
Crown and defence lawyers have given their closing addresses in double murder trial.
Meth hotspot: Trail of destruction in the Bay
The impact of meth across the Bay of Plenty continues to grow, a former addict says.
Biggest swells of 2021: North Island's east coast smashed
The swells are the biggest seen this year, lifeguard service says.
Who will look after your dog when you die?
"Sometimes animals were euthanased when their owners died..."
Weather warning: Rain, wind set to strike North Island areas
A heavy rain warning is already in place for one area, and strong wind watches for others.
'He just didn't have to be killed': Grieving whānau speak out after police shooting
Keeri Hooper still remembers the confusion in her brother's eyes before he was shot.
'Consumed with grief': Widow says DHB failed her husband
"I am absolutely consumed, consumed with grief," widow of heart surgery patient says.
Local Focus: Commissioners on tour in Tauranga
Commissioners Long-term Plan out for public feedback. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Catch of the day: Monster fish caught off Kiwi coast
Monster bass weighing 82kg caught off eastern Bay of Plenty.
Where is the best place to see Wednesday's blood supermoon?
See whether your region is among those best placed to witness the lunar display.
Nurse's concerns: 'Every shift we work understaffed is leaving our patients vulnerable'
Thousands of DHB nurses, midwives and healthcare workers will strike on June 9.
Benefit boosts 'like Lotto' for some, Budget offers less for others
Benefit rises will help people cover costs such as extra fuel, food, shoes or other goods.
Local Focus: Escaping from Covid, the new game business launching in Rotorua
Escapade pivots in a post-Covid world. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Credit card debacle: Widows claim bad treatment by banks
Grief-stricken women were left in tears after their appointments with the bank.
Pāpāmoa Ten 7: Rob Lemoto starts new Bay of Plenty role
The role is a 12-month secondment at Pāpāmoa, which is now a 24-hour station.
'Kids are the future' - more support, resources, councillors
One mum says schools need more support to deal with housing crisis effects on children.
Gangsters' paradise: Police figures reveal the gang capital of NZ
There were 1058 gang members in October 2017 in the Bay. Now there are 1493.
Community in shock over potential closure of Kawerau mill
Owner Norske Skog has met with employees to begin consulting on future of operation.
'No plan, no future, no hope': Tourism bosses defeated ahead of Budget 2021
"It's hope that's kind of gone. And we are not seeing any future plan."