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'All good': Tauranga flights resume after volcanic disruptions

Flights have resumed at Tauranga Airport after ash cloud caused closure on Sunday.

First XV rugby: How King's College got back on top in Auckland

King's College defeated Sacred Heart 36-22 to reclaim the Fitzpatrick-Kirkpatrick Cup.

Concern 'patients will suffer' as practices with 46,000 enrolled switch funder

The centres say changing their primary health organisation will help avoid fee increases.

Ash cloud from Whakaari/White Island cancels flights

Flights from Auckland and Wellington were among those cancelled.

'About time': Residents sick of 'boy racers' back Govt plan to toughen laws

Ministers announced the changes in Rotorua on Sunday, alongside Mayor Tania Tapsell.

'It’s been a long time coming': Artist couple open studio in Far North

Tattoo artist Mario Gregor and partner Ceara Lile have opened a studio in Kerikeri.

Opinion: Why a US recession could be on the horizon

Opinion: A major bank suggests there's a 60% chance of a US recession soon.

Eighteen Lotto players win over $19k each – where tickets were sold

Two players shared the First Division prize, snagging $500,000 each.

18-year-old cricket star named top young female player in Northern Districts

She was the top wicket-taker in Women’s A cricket with 17 wickets.

Downpours put Rotorua race meeting under threat

Early morning inspection will determine whether racing goes ahead today after heavy rains.

'Vulture': Accounts manager stole $88k, blames grieving boss

Kerryarna Pene stole nearly $90,000 over two years from the Rotorua Citizens Club.

Three-year flood map legal dispute ends in 'win' for landowners

Landowners can override council maps with a 'simple' stormwater assessment.

'I loved it': Veteran truckie reflects on 30 years on the road

“Seventy hours a week on the chipliner. If you enjoy it, it’s not work.”

The unlucky six: Stars who missed out on All Blacks jersey

Bob Graham was retained as Auckland captain over Wilson Whineray in 1963.

'We've had enough': Red Square protest opposes pay equity changes

Opponents say the changes will make it harder to successfully bring pay equity claims.

First stage of Tarawera sewerage scheme complete

The first homes are expected to be connected by the end of June.

On The Up: 'A powerhouse' - looking back at 40 years of Bayfair

It has grown from 27 stores to more than 140 stores and restaurants.

How coaching changes could shift the balance in ANZ Premiership

Donnell Wallam joins the Mystics from the Queensland Firebirds as a key shooter.