NZ Rugby awards: Bay volunteer celebrated
Bay of Plenty stars were among those honoured at the New Zealand Rugby Awards.
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Local Focus: Taupō transport event has community at heart
Car rally to fix a road. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: High School leavers launch Taupō bungy
A special way to jump into life. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Young woman and partner named as accused killer in murder case
A 21-year-old man was found dead at a block of flats on Dominion Rd earlier this year.
Anti-child abuse campaigner betrayed community, court hears
Tracy Livingstone was sentenced for stealing from a child abuse prevention group.
Total takings! Reporoa cafe's gift to loved worker
The lady was being treated to a whole day of cafe earnings for her Christmas treat.
Helicopter pilot told injured tourists to get in water, averting serious injuries
Pilot Tim Barrow says lives were at risk and he wasn't about to pull out the rule book.
'I am not a violent or angry person': Acquitted man speaks
Taratoa Hori Hokianga was accused of the manslaughter of his stepfather.
'Dreadful decision': Families split between hospitals
"People had to make a decision as to where they would go and who they would be with."
'Instinct' behind helicopter 'heroes' at White Island
"They went far beyond what could be expected of anyone," Lachie Storey said.
Man seriously injured after machinery incident in Taupō
He was flown to Middlemore Hospital in a serious condition.
Live: 5.3 quake hits Gisborne, coast near White Island
Up to 50 people were around or on Whakaari/White Island at the time of the eruption.
Victim died from neck compression, court hears
Forensic pathologist gives evidence in manslaughter case.
Kawhena Wiringi still missing after 25 days
There's no new leads on the whereabouts of missing man Kawhena Wiringi.
'Energetic with the kindest heart': Tour guide among White Island dead
A young tour guide is among those who lost their life in Monday's eruption.
Manhunt continues for fleeing armed offender
Eight police cars have been spotted in the area following a speeding car.
Samoa measles tragedy sparks concerns in Bay
More than 60 people have died in Samoa due to the measles outbreak.
Death with dignity: How a Rotorua club is helping Samoa during the measles outbreak
Reports of children being buried in sheets prompted effort.
Local Focus: SDA Rotorua shows size doesn't matter
Small class numbers, big community intentions. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Fatal Napier-Taupo crash: Heroic truckie burned trying to save life of motorcyclist
Motorbike rider dies in fiery crash on "unforgiving" road despite efforts of hero truckie.
Go Santa Go! Run kicks the season into gear
It was a race with a difference. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: SDA Rotorua shows size doesn't matter
Small class numbers, big community intentions. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Go Santa Go! Run kicks the season into gear
It was a race with a difference. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Mother denies murdering Tīrau toddler
The 18-month-old died in Waikato Hospital on July 24 last year.
One person dead in Napier-Taupō road crash
One person dead after a crash between a motorcycle and truck on the Napier-Taupo Rd.
Principal censured for 'vulgar' Nikki Kaye comments
He said he'd follow the policies of "a woman with blonde hair and cleavage".
Missing man: Have you seen Kawhena Wiringi?
If you have seen him, contact police immediately.
'Gunman for hire' sentenced to nine years' jail
Warren Uata Kiwi, 58, was found guilty of a 2002 attempted murder by a jury in September.
Sevens teams gear up for national showdown
16 men's and 12 women's teams will fight for top honours at the TECT National Sevens.
Suspected poaching: Divers' legal crayfish takes tipped out
"Locals have taken the kōura catch and tipped it back into the water."
Local Focus: Catfish Killas reel in additional help
Killing catfish is their business and business is good. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Baby on board: Black Ferns captain has exciting new role
It has been a year of massive milestones for Black Ferns captain Lesley Elder.
Why family harm surges during the holiday season
Domestic violence figures show Christmas is not the jolly season we like to think it is.
Local Focus: Cycling veteran clocks 100 laps
Colin Anderson hits lap 100 in the Lake Taupō cycle challenge. Made with funding from NZ On Air.