He insisted on a test, and says it saved his life. This is his message to others at risk
Doing a screening kit "absolutely" saved the life of Tauranga man Paul Blears.
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SH29 crash: Highway reopens after two-car crash
The two-vehicle crash north of Tauranga was reported to police at 2.02pm.
Review: L.A.B scorching in the drizzle for hometown summer show
The show was a sellout, with Troy Kingi and Dave Dobbyn subbing in for Sublime with Rome.
Pāpāmoa man killed in Mount Maunganui crash
The crash happened on Wednesday night, closing part of SH2.
Opinion: We're in dire straits if we can't get everyone paddling in the right direction
OPINION: We all have the potential to play a part on this waka ride.
L.A.B. live at Tauranga's Wharepai Domain, 2023
L.A.B smashed their summer show at Wharepai Domain on Thursday with support acts Troy Kingi and Sir Dave Dobbyn.
Kaimai Range tragedy: One dead after crash between car and petrol tanker
It brings the holiday road toll to nine already.
Mount Maunganui fatal crash brings holiday road toll to eight
One person died after a crash last night at a Mount Maunganui intersection.
'Rust never sleeps and music never ages': Fan looks forward to Tauranga concert
'Music can take you back in an instance... it’s ageless.'
Black Caps hit-out at Mount beach sure to wow fans ahead of Bay Oval T20
Fans get to meet some of their Black Caps heroes at a Mount Maunganui beach cricket event
Major holiday hot spots in for a warm and wet New Year's Eve
Main New Year's Eve hot spots are in for downpours.
Firefighters extinguishing 'flare-ups' on Matakana Island
Firefighters expected to stay on Matakana Island until the end of the week.
Caravan smashed after collision, with SH2 traffic at a standstill
Police, ambulance and fire services are at the scene.
‘All-time high’: Abuse of medical centre staff hits record levels
One GP said doctors are working weekends and skipping meal breaks to keep up with demand.
Bad tabs and no sleep: Why experts are urging Kiwis to get their drugs tested this summer
A substance found in some tabs has caused deaths overseas.
'Stressed and struggling': The city where some are battling to make ends meet
An iwi provider has a waiting list and backlog for its social services for the first time.
SH5 reopened after crash near Rotorua
A single vehicle collided with a power pole and lines came down across the road.
Firefighters spending Christmas on Matakana Island after ‘beast’ of a blaze
The huge fire has been described as 'a beast' and like a 'taniwha'.
From 'preparing for his last days' to planning a 21st: How a 'miracle' drug has changed lives
'It’s just the best thing that could have ever happened to him.'
What NZ's El Nino summer could reveal about great white sharks
'There is a lot of unknown in the ocean,' shark expert Dr Riley Elliott says.
Cancer-stricken dad’s Christmas wish - one more round of ‘miracle’ drug
Seven months ago, the 60-year-old wasn't sure he'd live long enough to see Christmas.
Party like the public service: What councils did for Christmas
Some opted for a Kiwi classic.
'Sincere thanks': Huge amount raised during Christmas appeal
It's been a pleasant surprise for the foodbank as people battle a cost-of-living crisis.
It's okay to say 'no' this Christmas
OPINION: Putting on a happy face for family and friends can feel like a mammoth task.
'Alarm bells': Legal action threatened over slope hazard maps
The council says the updated maps are valid and more accurate.
Pāpāmoa water: Top health official says no cases linked to drinking supply
Water is deemed safe but some locals have linked it to them getting sick.
Weekend and Christmas Day weather for region
North Island will be under a moist and humid northerly air flow.
Becoming a ‘grown-up city’: Your guide to Tauranga CBD's $1.5b transformation
'People will walk around thinking this is great. They will be proud of this.'
Port of Tauranga makes generous foodbank donation
"We want to do whatever we can to help".
'People go nuts for them': Berry growers ready for a busy summer season
'It’s looking like it’s going to be a great summer.'
'We’re bummed': Local shows impacted by Sublime with Rome postponements
The band is set to part ways next year.
Scrub fire in sand dunes at Mount Maunganui
Emergency services were called around 11.40am.