Jo Raphael: Private sales of fireworks should fizzle out
OPINION: Fireworks are annoying and cause more harm than good.
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'Out into the open': Bay GP's menopause survey aims to reduce stigma
The online survey will be open till the new year and already has more than 1500 responses.
Woodland wonderland to shine at Bay of Plenty Garden and Art Festival
'A serious backdrop to my life': Heather Loughlin begins prepping 18 months out.
Comment: Healthcare staffing crisis putting lives on the line
Opinion: Frontline medical staff have already told the Government what's needed.
Sonya Bateson: Past remedies can be solutions to modern problems
OPINION: We don't have to reinvent the wheel, but we sure can give it a few tweaks.
'Big focus' on skills shortage: PM on addressing job vacancies in the Bay
The Government now needed to "attract people in" by showcasing NZ as a "wonderful place".
'No control': Former cop shares what living with early-onset dementia is like
Alzheimers NZ says 30,000 New Zealanders with dementia don't have the support they need.
How to beat the humidity this summer
Temperatures are expected to be above average nationwide, with periodic humidity too.
Revealed: Which town broke its record for the warmest October night
More muggy nights are expected, and so is the rain.
$100k disability scholarship recipient encourages others to apply
The scholarship can help pay for associated fees, books, computers and living costs.
'Thrilled': Proposal to lower voting age to 16 supported
The review proposes other changes - including four-year council terms.
Photographer showcases 'raw and real' portraits of 40 NZ women over 40
Women are notoriously hard on themselves and this is about letting go of perfection.
Amazeing: Rotorua icon to reopen in December
New owners Chris and Fiona Callander promise visitors fun, challenges and surprises.
$20.5 million in rates still unpaid as late penalties loom
The last day of the council's grace period for rates is October 31.
Sonya Bateson: We don't want our children becoming rapists through ignorance
OPINION: Parents should be teaching young adults about healthy sexual relationships.
Driver praised as investigation into school bus fire begins
'Buses can be replaced, and we are so thankful no-one was injured.'
Opinion: Alcohol-related harm can be reduced - if we act
We all pay the price when it comes to inaction over alcohol-related harm.
'There was blood... everywhere': Police mental health callouts rise
'We're building a whole new mental health system and it does take time' - health minister.
'A hell of a blaze': Firefighters tackle school bus fire near Paengaroa
'I was standing about 150 metres from the bus and the heat was pretty intense' - witness.
Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: When it comes to social services, it's results that count
OPINION: It's time to start measuring the impact of social investment.
What's happening at Whakaari/White Island? Plume of steam and ash spotted
The island is being continuously monitored for further changes in unrest.
'It's a starting point': First female Super Rugby coaches have big dreams
Crystal Kaua replaces Allan Bunting, who lead the team to the title last year.
Helicopter heroes: White Island rescuers' bravery honoured
Pilot: 'It felt that we were doing as much as we could but not enough for people.'
Comment: Let's hear it for the Very Good Boys and Girls
OPINION: We all love a Good Dog story.
Samantha Motion: Protests trump apathy as climate disaster looms
Opinion: Perhaps 'extreme' protests are needed to snap us out of our cognitive dissonance.
Sonya Bateson: Don't hold your breath if you're trying to reach The Good Place
OPINION: I'd appreciate being able to buy things knowing that children weren't harmed.
Explainer: Why did the appeal against teen rapist's home detention sentence fail?
Judge wasn't happy with teen rapist's jail-free sentence. But she didn't change it. Why?
Mexico, meth and money laundering: Drug ring accused changes plea
The man is one of nine people charged with an alleged drug smuggling plot at the port.
$43m in regional council rates yet to be paid as more than half fail to meet due date
The BOPRC rates bill has been met with surprise and 'shock' among some.
New Bay of Plenty Regional Council sworn in at Whakatāne marae
Doug Leeder has returned to his former position as chairman and Jane Nees as deputy.
Watch: Family's 'holy s*** moment' as oncoming van veers into their lane
'The video doesn't do it justice either as to how close they actually were.'
Jo Raphael: Cruise ship passengers a sight for sore eyes
OPINION: Welcome, the Bay of Plenty is open for business.
Mary Hill: Face your fears of co-governance
OPINION: If we can face our fear of co-governance and do it, we'll be richer for it.