Talking Point: A dam good plan for water resilience
OPINION: Our economy can work in harmony with the environment.
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Ex-addict says roadside drug testing wouldn't have stopped him – but NZ should still do it
During his time on drugs, he drove high 'every day' and wrote off about six vehicles.
'I love rural things!': Meet Jenny Spring, 81, from Eketāhuna
OPINION: “Hello! I’m Jenny Spring – they say ‘I’m well sprung’ – from Eketāhuna!”
Gisborne bar plans halted by inner-city kura appealing licence
Plans for a bar in Gisborne have been halted by an inner-city kura appealing the licence.
Group claims East Coast MP 'misguided' over emissions plan
'Government needs to treat Tairāwhiti as a special case'.
Stage call for rising Gisborne thespians
There is more to learning drama than being on stage: Evolution Theatre director
Gisborne letters on Grey St, rural roads, vape controls, trust benefits, coral bleaching
Gisborne letters on Grey St, rural roads, vape controls, trust benefits, coral bleaching
Meeting to help shape Wainui's future
'We envision a meaningful partnership in planning and implementation.': council
Allegations of debt and financial mismanagement plague wellness festival leader
Franko Heke said he was 'deeply focused' on finding solutions to the issues.
Dorothy Taare-Smith named Chief Ombudsman's disability adviser
'Committed to bringing the voices of the voiceless to the forefront.'
'Especially for tradies': Yoga teacher welcomes men and newbies
'You don’t come here and suddenly do splits or a handstand.'
Why you should give the humble broad bean a break
Opinion: Don't let your childhood memories of tough grey beans put you off.
Boat ramp parking charge not on, says fisherman
Boaties will now have to pay to park their trailer near some boat ramps in Tauranga.
'Enjoying the journey': Couple gearing up for big night
Dancing couples reveal more about themselves.
Major global IT network outage hits banking services, flights, television, supermarkets
'Officials are working to ensure that impacts on lifelines services are minimised.'
Costume woes: Pricked fingers and tears of frustration result in unique ‘fit
OPINION: With a little luck nothing will rip, tear or fall down.
Two rescued, two others missing after getting in trouble on Cape Reinga rocks
Police are searching for two people who got into trouble on the rocks at Cape Reinga.
'He wouldn't wake up': Coroner investigates baby's hospital death
Mother Sharnz Welsh is marking the first anniversary of her son's death.
Everyone's raving about this remote Australian stay, but why?
What do you get for $1400 per person per night?
The benefit fraudster who didn't need to defraud MSD after all
Her children were not in her care but she continued to collect the benefits.
Former lauded Corrections staffer jailed for pressuring boyfriend's rape victim
Former Muldoon secretary and probation officer became involved with 'serious criminal'.
Tonnes of debris washes ashore in Whitianga, forces closure of boat ramp
A heavy rain watch with strong northeast winds has been issued for the Coromandel.
Seymour marks Tauranga returning to 'a council that you’re able to vote out'
His public meeting was interrupted by a protest and a fire alarm being triggered.
NZ's Harapaki wind farm up and running
The project was delivered inside its $448 million capital forecast.
ECan chairman cleared to return after investigation
Peter Scott says he will not return as chairman until he speaks to other councillors.
$180k fine after worker seriously injured by mussel harvesting machine
Maritime NZ has issued a warning to operators after a marine farm worker was badly hurt.
Maungaturoto Primary School burglary: Red Truck captured stealing sports container
“I think it’s a real shame since it’s stealing off kids really.”
Jones opens new road in Kawerau, community centre in Kaingaroa
Visit comes as Kaingaroa regains access to clean running water after four days without.
Jail for two offenders who continue to flout court orders
The men were hoping for one last chance to adjourn their sentencings but failed.
'Metres from sea': Dover Samuels calls island pool fence rule too bureaucratic
Kaumātua Dover Samuels says the Motukawaiti Island pool is right next to the sea.
'Custodians of Waipu' appeal to council to keep job that funds community work
Maintenance duties helped trust pay for other initiatives but role now going to Citycare.
Somme Parade reopens after work completed
Whanganui Alliance crews replaced a broken stormwater main at the site.
Black Ferns co-captain Kennedy Simon sets sights higher with record-breaking contract
The 27-year-old has signed the longest professional deal in NZ women's rugby history.
What last-minute voters need to know about Tauranga's election
Turnout is lagging, with less than 24 hours to go.