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Striking heart surgeon: Healthcare bureaucrats need to open their eyes

Dr Boddington has also apologised to the public for the disruption caused by the strikes.

More roads or more cycleways? We compare the parties' transport policies

The Greens wants to build light rail in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.

Fewer apartment jobs blamed for falling crane numbers

Slowing pipelines of work in residential sector blamed for the decrease in skyline giants.

Tauranga Art Gallery eyes tourists for funding

Gallery admission is free with a donation encouraged, but that could change.

Murder-accused's identity remains suppressed

Her fitness to stand trial is being explored.

'Mind-blowing': Up-and-coming Tāneatua golf trio tee off with the pros

'It is good to see them all out there enjoying it. That is what it is all about.'

'Absolute disgrace': Black mould, loose lights and flooding in NZ courtrooms

Ministry of Justice papers released say families are being impacted by poor conditions.

Ready to roll: Redeveloped skate park opens with celebration

The park's size has increased with added features.

'Anxious' and 'uncomfortable': Concern after girls' school puts camera in toilet block

School says the camera is to "discourage undesirable behaviour” and can't reach cubicles.

What candidates say to cancer patient facing $23k cost every three weeks for drug

Tauranga MP candidates respond to Sue Wall-Cade's story.

Mark Lister: Why so gloomy? It’s not so bad out there

OPINION: There’s little point being an investor unless you believe things will get better.

The Prem Debate: 'Ghost house' tax not worth the candle

OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.

‘You guys are all we’ve got’: Mount air quality report sparks plea

A report on premature deaths and pollution could be a tool in BOPRC’s kit to clean the air

'Consequences, not holidays': Mum's horror at penalty after son kicked in face

His mother says the school's punishment decision after the 'vicious' attack is too light.

'Overwhelmed with emotion': Students finish gruelling 40-hour challenge for mental health

The group did 40 hours of biking, swimming, gym sessions and other physical activities.

New role for Todd Muller announced

Muller served as the MP for Bay of Plenty from 2014 until his retirement this year.