
Mask-wearing at school 'a saving grace', Pongakawa School principal says
Students in Year 4 and up are required to wear a mask indoors at school.
Students in Year 4 and up are required to wear a mask indoors at school.
Dad says Covid-19 precautions are a "no-brainer" when it comes to protecting his son.
An investigation into the crash is ongoing.
At age 5 he used to draw the character, now Mr G is carving him.
Possible trial locations include a Whakatāne Marae and a number of convention centres.
Plans to reduce water use appear to be working but 'we're not out of the woods yet'.
"Sometimes I feel like I have a lot of responsibilities on my shoulders."
Bay of Plenty residents are urged to be prepared for natural disasters and emergencies.
'Reduction in revenue significant': Chris Hipkins on international student cash flows
Organisers of the Bay's Pride celebrations say they will not be deterred.
It can take less than 10 minutes for the inside of a car to exceed 31C.
Schools have been told staff shortages are "highly likely" as a result of Omicron.
About 22.4ha of land would transform into affordable housing, but not everyone is happy.
The average Kiwi has $72 in unused gift card credit, a survey has found.
An entertainment venue and two community centres are close contact locations of interest.
"Our year group has been hit a lot and now it's just flowing into our next stage."
A mum has described buying school supplies for her three children as a "huge struggle".
Reporter Shauni James shares some of her Bay of Plenty cafe recommendations.
The hope of mass reunion is here at last.
Across New Zealand, 1 million adults became eligible for their booster vaccine on Friday.
Small building firms could go bust: 'It's bloody sad to see this unfolding, to be honest.'
Judge: "The Department of Corrections is going to rule your life for the next little bit."
Some accommodation providers are reporting great bookings over Waitangi weekend.
Locals react to the Government's border announcement.
The Mōtītī Protection Area came into force in August.
She stood by and did nothing. A little boy died. Now she's been sentenced.
The independent investigation cost the council $14,000.
The couple have been stuck in Australia for nearly a year.
Tio Faulkner dumped around 1500cu m of steel and concrete into Tauranga Harbour.
Accessible water sports for people with disabilities on offer at Mount Maunganui.