Blocked roads: Delays after spate of Te Puke crashes
State Highway 2 down to one lane after truck rolls.
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Bay rugby's innovative ways to keep athletes
Providing opportunities for the region's rugby stars may keep them in the region longer.
Grandparents pay high price as meth rips apart families
Methamphetamine is being blamed for the skyrocketing numbers.
High Court overturns liquor store suspensions
Justice Lang ruled the manager could not have seen the wet patch on the man's trousers.
Psychologists cut holidays to manage White Island 'influx of referrals'
Dr Sally Davis said support would be needed for "some time". "This is just the beginning."
Arrest made in curious case of bedroom stains after burglary
Arrest made in curious case of bedroom stains after burglary.
'Massive grief reaction': Teen sentenced for crime spree after five whānau killed
"Your reaction on April 1 was something of a suicide wish, wanting to join your whānau."
White Island maritime exclusion zone to be lifted, rāhui remains
Two victims are yet to be found so the rāhui on fishing and gathering kai moana remains.
Why the $45b Super Fund is investing in a Rotorua hotel
The Holiday Inn purchase is part of the partnership's growing portfolio.
'Tragic accident': Coroner on death of woman crushed by tree
Coroner releases his findings into the death of tree-crushing victim Trish Butterworth.
Police officer breaches trespass order, unlawfully takes firewood
The firewood was taken without permission from the Kaingaroa Forest.
'Very red' eyes: Childcare teachers had cannabis in their systems while at work
One turned up with bloodshot eyes.
White Island tour guide's family 'forever hopeful'
'It's in the hands of Tangaroa. We will leave it for him to decide.'
Fresh tragedy for White Island medical staff: Hero nurse killed
Family and friends mourn loss of much-loved nurse.
Sex act at burglary victim's home: Police have suspect
They broke in, stole household items and are suspected of having sex in the main bedroom.
Chasing another title: Rotorua's Peri Marks new Te Puna coach
Te Puna's push for back-to-back Baywide Premier titles will be led by a new head coach.
SH30 reopens: 10 injured in head-on crash near Rotorua
Five people were initially trapped but four had been cut free.
$5m funding package to support Whakatāne businesses
The funding will support businesses most affected by Whakaari/White Island eruption.
'Shocking and ridiculous': Holiday park owner vows to fight $680k fine
Exploited migrant workers went unpaid, described the park as a 'prison'.
Methamphetamine offender jailed for Bookabach arson
Johnathan Spear is looking less haggard and old since quitting methamphetamine.
Sir Howard Morrison's daughter admits $1.3m fraud
Donna Grant has admitted four fraud offences, one relating to the NZ Warriors Foundation.
'They kept calling their names': Emotions high as ship docks
Returning passengers said unnerving clues made them realise tourists wouldn't return.
Government still mulling White Island probe
Prime Minister has announced a $5m fund for businesses in Whakatāne and Westland.
Health warning issued for Lake Okaro
People should avoid any activity which results in significant contact with the lake water.
White Island eruption: ex-mayor wants tours to continue
"It has major ramifications if they're shut." Ex-Whakatāne mayor Tony Bonne
Sir Howard Morrison's daughter admits four fraud offences
She illegally obtained $1.25 million. Some was for the New Zealand Warriors Foundation.
National Sevens: And the winners are ...
Sun, sidesteps, speed and the spectacular - the 2019 National Sevens had it all.
One person dead after crash closes highway
Three ambulances and a rescue helicopter were at the scene near Lake Rotoiti yesterday.
'One day at a time': American couple in good spirits despite multiple surgeries
"We can't thank everyone enough for the overwhelming love and support."
A land of unrest - our explosive neighbours
Volcanoes shape our past, present and will likely shape our future, say experts.
'My boy could give children a chance': Crash victim's skin donated to White Island injured
Adrian Hutchings died in a car accident in September but leaves behind a legacy in others.
White Island eruption: More than $200,000 raised for victims and families
"NZ is behind you. Get well and get back to doing what you love."