
Whakaari owners to face trial next year over fatal volcanic eruption
Owners of White Island claim they did try to ensure the safety of others on the island.
Owners of White Island claim they did try to ensure the safety of others on the island.
Victor Luca leads in the mayoral results with a huge margin.
Current Mayor Lyn Riesterer said she was now looking at plan B.
The entire shooting incident lasted just 37 seconds.
A scholarship for Te Ōhanga Mataora: Bachelor of Health Science Māori Nursing students.
A group is aiming to raise the money by October 13 to buy a 72ha park.
The slips are clear but the road is damaged.
'We will do anything to keep our boy alive but ... detest having to pay tax to do so.'
Superintendent Tim Anderson has outlined his key priorities.
People have reported seeing large plumes rise high above the volcano.
Police allege the men were responsible for eight burglaries in a few weeks.
The number of people waiting more than four months for elective surgery has surged.
One man said it would be a "totally different world" if the drug was funded.
Calebh Simpson was sentenced to 12 years in prison on Friday.
One blood test saved Mana Ruru's life.
The district council has engaged a consultant to undertake a review.
Alongside her success, Dame Lisa Carrington is also focussed on leaving a legacy.
'He's only going to get better.'
Opinion: Overall, the Western Bay is a better place to endure a recession than most.
Mark Hohua, 48, died shortly after being airlifted to Waikato Hospital.
The patient suffered from dementia, and could not adequately communicate with staff.
Judge declines to release medicines imported from India.
A heavy rain watch is in place for later this week.
The 15yo was believed to be in Whakatāne.
He is due to appear in Tauranga District Court today.
Jamaine Wharton, 31, died of blood loss from being stabbed three times.
Built in 2017, the pool has been a source of discontent in Whakatāne ever since.
Emergency services were called around 6.30am.
The assault happened on June 18, and a man was dropped off at hospital after an attack.
What does she plan to do with all that money?