Operation FTP: Crackdown on trolley thefts sparks counter operation
Operation Feed The People launched in opposition to police trolley crackdown.
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Society Insider: First photos of revamped SPQR; heir’s hens' party eviction
Exclusive look at Jacuzzi, formerly SPQR, which has its launch party next week.
‘Incredible’ rise: Gisborne teen takes top canoe racing honour
Liz Thompson received an Outstanding Service Award for her dedication to kayaking.
Mum's drug funding hope for 3yo son with cystic fibrosis
'The earlier children receive Trikafta, the better their long-term health outcomes.'
Rotorua woman seeks brain tumour treatment in America
Amelia Branson is going to America for surgery and radiation for her brain tumour, which costs about $550,000. Video / Megan Wilson
Police name fatal Pukehina crash victim
Police confirmed there were no other passengers in the vehicle.
When should kids stay home from school?
Parents face dilemmas on keeping children home for mental or physical health.
Cardboard caskets and native trees: How to give your loved one a natural burial
A desire for simplicity and a return to tradition has driven a rise in natural burials.
How a fake social media post sparked debate within Ngāpuhi
The AI post criticised iwi for buying expensive utes instead of helping people.
Call for order amid heated fluoride debate at Rotorua council
The ministry's head dentist defended fluoridation, citing safety and health benefits.
Marlborough iwi’s challenge to beach vehicle bylaw dismissed
The bylaw bans vehicles on beaches from the Awatere River to Waima/Ure River.
Tough battle: Surfers face small waves at Billabong Grom Series
Mount Maunganui's Tao Mouldey won, beating Macka Hazard in a tiebreak.
Honda’s father-son duo dominate opening NZ Superbike round
Mitch and Tony Rees dominated the opening round of the NZSBK in Southland.
Section of Hewletts Rd to close for 24 hours
A section of SH2 in Mount Maunganui will be closed this weekend for repairs.
Woman 'really lucky' obstetrician available for emergency caesarean
‘Baby could die – those were her words.'
Murder charge after Waikato arrest, BoP police raid
A 34-year-old man has been charged with Turipapa Tukere's murder.
Tauranga Mayor still doesn’t live in city, 7 months after winning election
Mayor Mahé Drysdale says it's "very challenging” finding a suitable home in Tauranga.
Owed nearly $150k: Rotorua crime victims believe reparation payments an 'absolute joke'
Nearly $4.6m in fines and reparation is owed by Rotorua offenders.
'Critical decisions need to be made quickly': Iwi concerned about maternity service change
Bay of Plenty iwi met with Health NZ to discuss 'urgent challenges' for Māori.
Midway retains Ralph Morse Shield in surf lifesaving competition
Emily Petro won the U17 ski and board, with strong finishes in iron races.
Rāhui in place following Maketū death
Emergency services were called to the Bay of Plenty beach on Saturday.
Second BoP daycare has child escape, found by member of public
The incident sparked a risk assessment and supervision review.
Firefighters tackle 12-hour climb for charity
Firefighters will climb Mauao for 12 hours to raise funds for a good cause.
‘I was knocked unconscious’: Dispute over parking leads to alleged assault
Stevee Ormsby denies assaulting a man who confronted her about her parking.
‘Pregnant? Don’t Drink’: 87-year-old’s mission to tackle disorder
A petition calls for 'Pregnant? Don’t Drink' signs in liquor stores.
100 years of town meets country in Katikati
The 100th edition of the Katikati A&P Show proved a big hit.
Maketū Beach tragedy: Man washes up dead on the shoreline
Emergency services were called to the Bay of Plenty beach just after 4pm.
Push to reinstate 100km/h limit for notorious SH2 stretch
Public submissions sought to raise the SH2 speed limit to 100km/h.
Cameras caught them incorrectly stopped while waiting for a park. It cost them $100
The council's decision to enforce the fine is called 'silly and stupid'.
‘Boom and lightning’: Flooding, power outages in central NI as thunderstorms strike
Thousands of people are reported to have lost power this evening.
‘Horrendous’: Ōpōtiki hit by wave of foul odour complaints
The council received seven odour complaints but Facebook reports suggest 60-80.
BoP house fire spreads to shelterbelt
Fire crews battle house fire and shelterbelt blaze near school.
Judge’s maths blunder won’t change jail sentence for mobster
Tihema Nuttall's sentence will stay the same despite a judge's error.