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"You lay people to rest, leave them alone. They can't protect themselves."
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The 100km fast track: Cutting Auckland-Cambridge time by 35 minutes
Motorists rejoice: No more roundabouts, traffic lights, shortcuts or wrong turns.
Measles outbreak spreads to Taupō
About one in 10 people affected by measles need hospital treatment, on average.
Harbourmaster closes part of Kaituna River for safety reasons
A part of the Kaituna River is now closed. Despite a compromise, kayakers are not happy.
Woman still in intensive care after being hit by car
A woman is in intensive care after being hit on Old Taupō Rd on Monday night.
Hero soldier and collapsed teen he 'saved' reunited
The identity of the soldier who helped Ryan Kelly after he collapsed has been revealed.
Teacher struggling with injuries two months after assault
More than two months after an assault, Alasdair Hay is still suffering from his injuries.
Video of Macca's employee taking order in te reo goes viral
Video of Rotorua employee has gone viral, with many praising the man for speaking te reo.
Smoking synthetic cannabis ends in tragedy
Synthetic cannabis has been linked to a man's death in Tokoroa.
Bomb scare: Rotorua high school evacuated
The school has a roll of 1300 pupils in Year 9 and above.
'One of the best': Inspirational Māori teacher dies suddenly
Rotorua is mourning the loss of adored teacher Shaun Douglas, described as "the best".
Horror crash: Tributes for Scouts NZ manager killed
Jenny Rodgers remembered as an enthusiastic and dedicated Scout leader.
'It's horrific': What police officers deal with at serious crashes
Superintendent Steve Greally said frontline work is one of the hardest jobs anyone can do.
Police confirm eight dead in horror crash
Two vehicles were involved the crash on SH1 near Taupo – an SUV and a van.
Long traffic queues expected after SH1 closed north of Taupō
Long delays expected after SH1 closed north of Taupō.
Amazing tale of survival: 'I was hit by a logging truck and survived'
GRAPHIC WARNING: Lisa Rendell never heard the logging truck hurtling toward her.
Gravestones damaged in 'disgusting' act
Gravestones have been damaged at Kauae Cemetery this week.
Horror road: Two pedestrians hit days apart
Residents say there's more than one issue with the road.
Local Focus: Bats found hanging around the back of Rotorua Pak'nSave
Site becomes the third confirmed urban bat location in NZ. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Bats found hanging around the back of Rotorua Pak'nSave
Site becomes third confirmed NZ urban bat location. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
NZ Herald launches digital subscriptions for premium journalism, reveals pricing
NZME's digital subscriptions will showcase New Zealand's best journalism and commentary.
Local Focus: Whitebait numbers fritter away
Borrow pits rejuvenating the whitebait population. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Pedestrian seriously hurt after collision with vehicle
Te Ngae Rd is currently blocked and diversions are in place.
'Bubbly' teen won't walk again after crash
Oceana Cameron, 16, will spend the next few months in the spinal unit in Middlemore.
Rāhui in place at Sullivan Lake after toddler drowning
A rāhui has been placed on Sullivan Lake in Whakatāne.
Moutohorā Island re-opened for tours after man's death
Tours of Moutohorā Island had been suspended after a person was seriously injured.
Morrison whānau mourns a humble pillar of love
She received a Queen's Service Medal for Services to Maoridom, community, and whanau.
Decision to re-sign easy for Harris
Bay of Plenty hooker Nathan Harris has recommitted to New Zealand Rugby until 2021.
Council staff hope to meet toddler's family
Whakatāne councillors and staff want to offer condolences to family of drowned toddler.
Signs of rodents discovered on Mokoia Island
The island is a sanctuary for rare New Zealand birds and endangered wildlife.
World War II veterans unite 75 years after fighting together
John Woods and Eddie Smith are now found side-by-side at breakfast, lunch and dinner.
New Zealand First loses Tauranga stalwart Tommy Gear
Gear remembered for 'pivotal role he played in shaping New Zealand's political history'.
Local Focus: Rotorua Mayor has unfinished business
Chadwick wants 3rd term to finish what she started. Made with funding from NZ On Air.