Teacher kicked, threw cones at students
The teacher said he threw the cones out of fear but is "deeply ashamed".
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Women being forced to take meth - abuse worsens
Meth use and distressing family harm stats have exposed a dark truth.
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The number one ranked ODI bowler in the world appeared for his club side on Saturday.
Lisa Carrington continues national domination
On Thursday she was named Sportswoman of the Year, on Friday she was back on the water.
Red Stag Timber: Secret to 80 years of success
Red Stag Timber, formerly Waipā Sawmill, has survived 80 years and is still going strong.
Local Focus: Tūrangi St John grant relief helps build future
Over half a million dollars granted for new station. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Woman's death in Tauranga linked to double homicide
The woman is believed to have been killed in a domestic incident.
Local Focus: Dairy industry shares coronavirus concerns
Miraka Dairy CEO is keeping a close watch on the virus. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
A sports reporter's quest for love
"My immediate reaction was that I'd rather head butt a Shakti mat."
Two arrests after Rotorua petrol station gang brawl
Police were called to reports of two car-loads of people allegedly physically fighting.
Zoe Hunter: Police need more power to put hard line on gangs
People are scared. Crime like this has never been seen in the Bay, writes Zoe Hunter.
Rotorua reacts to sentencing for record $137m meth bust
"This drug is a scourge in our country," Rotorua mayor Steve Chadwick says.
Local Focus: Dairy industry shares coronavirus concerns
Miraka Dairy CEO is keeping a close watch on the virus. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Prison for man found with $137m of meth
Lionel James Ruka McDonald was in possession of 137.5kg of methamphetamine.
'Critical' Government funding for city's homeless welcomed
City leaders weigh in on the Government's latest funding package.
Two arrested after operation targeting organised crime
Police raid clandestine lab believed to be used for manufacturing methamphetamine.
Death of 'bubbly little soul' shocks community
Tributes adorn a tree outside the property the boy was living in.
The Blackcaps effect - how the sport and the Bay benefits
And it's likely to flow on for years to come.
'It could have been a lot worse': Strong leads after car yard blaze
The investigation into the fire was going to be "extremely hard".
Murder charge laid for Edgecumbe man's death
Savage was killed at his home on Hydro Rd in Edgecumbe in October.
'Too early to speculate': Investigators at scene of massive Ngongotahā blaze
A witness told the Rotorua Daily Post there were "lots of old cars piled up" at the site.
Man charged with assaulting 5yo who died in hospital can now be named
The 24-year-old was charged with assault of a boy, 5, who later died.
Local Focus: Remarkable range of mourners at Mala's tangi
Fitting tribute to a great local. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Remarkable range of mourners at Mala's tangi
Fitting tribute to a great local. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
'A beautiful soul, a beautiful wairua' farewelled
"A beautiful soul, a beautiful wairua, that always came through in anything she did."
Homicide inquiry after child dies in hospital
"It's sad that nobody stepped in to help, for the child."
Fighting, swearing and spitting forces CBD store to close
Owners are fearing for the state of the town with the increasing number of vacant shops.
Local Focus: The heart-breaking experiences of mothers with ME
"My little boy he just... It was really hard." Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Siblings' commitment to improving Māori health stats
The siblings channelling medical careers to slice into the health stats of Māori.
Local Focus: The heart-breaking experiences of mothers with ME
"My little boy he just... It was really hard." Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Squealing with joy - or screaming? Mum and cafe at odds over noisy toddler
Mother is outraged but cafe says customers were complaining.
Baywide club rugby on the horizon
The Baywide preseason will hit its stride with 10s tournaments only a month away.
Man gets home detention for killing brother by running him over
A man found guilty of the manslaughter of his brother has been sentenced.
Lakeside 2020 concert to deliver special message
Three weeks to go until the annual Lakeside concert.