A rock music festival is making its first appearance in the Bay this November.

Todd Charteris, Blair McLean, Jo Luxton, Mark Storey.

A paraglider was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries.

Police continue to make inquiries into the circumstances of the death.

Experts say improving protections is 'crucial'.

Trucking operators in and out of Gisborne forced to go long way round again.

Flames and black smoke could be seen coming from inside the roof of the building.

What's on around the Bay of Plenty region.

An interview from the knockout fight has gone viral.

“They displace wetland birds from nesting sites."

Repairs are under way to return water to homes.

The crash closed State Highway 54 for several hours.

FruitFed Supplies says there's a noticeable increase in horticulture in the region.

Tikipunga Primary School students greet visitors at the opening of Kāinga Ora's 55-home Wanaka St development, at the former Tikipunga Tavern site. Video / Kāinga Ora

Flights to two Australian cities will soon be available closer to home.

'We ask them what their hopes and dreams are. We tailor their learning to support that.'

'It's not a given that the first shot will do the job.'

Fire allowed to burn-off, three suffer minor injuries in Whareratas crash

"These shortages are having a tangible impact on patient care."

'.An incredible man who has totally dedicated his life to the betterment of others.'

News snippets from the Far North

The second phase will hear from applicants interests in the Whangārei coastline.

Investigation ongoing into who fired bullet into family home in Gisborne.

From doubt to pride: 'I am Māori and I know I am Māori'.

'My blisters are stinging, but my heart is singing': Sophie Land

The moment was made extra special by having grandmother Peggy on the beach to see it.

Council pursuing a warranty claim with original hardware supplier

Far North has big issues from debilitating fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.