Samantha Olley: Rescue helicopters followed the golden rules at Whakaari / White Island
Opinion: But they've faced heavy criticism. A new 60 Minutes piece is the latest example.
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More details of fatal house fire revealed
A post mortem would be carried out today.
Delays possible as some paramedics set to strike
Ambulance staff say a breakdown in talks around shift rates has left them "insulted".
White Island emergency drill discussed for six years but not done
An exercise was still on a meeting agenda four weeks before the lethal volcanic eruption.
Grieving family's plea after cancer claims 'strong, proud Māori lady'
Diagnosed at 56, Harina Warbrick was too young to be screened. Now she is dead.
Missing woman's body found by hunters
Tauranga woman Rebeka Storey has been missing since September 5.
Regional council considers $12k clean energy loans to combat climate change
The proposal seeks to use the success of Rotorua's "hot swap" to help launch the loans.
Grab an umbrella, heavy rain on the way
MetService has issued a heavy rain warning for much of Bay of Plenty.
Grant ensures free digital access for Murupara kids
Murupara, Kaingaroa, Te Whaiti and Galatea kids will get free access to digital courses.
'Critical' plans for future of Bay of Plenty water get go ahead
"This is critical to our region."
'Heart-broken': Second alpaca found dead after dog attack
Roaming dogs have killed two alpacas and two rabbits at Julians Berry Farm.
Whakaari crater walk cut short just before fatal eruption, new evidence shows
In audio released to 60 Minutes, guide cuts tour short after noticing danger signs.
Bay of Plenty MP duo promoted to Cabinet for first time
Jan Tinetti and Kiri Allan are two of seven new ministers in Cabinet.
Roaming dogs attack alpacas at popular farm
The owners of Julians Berry Farm heard dogs barking on their property about 2.30am.
Jo Raphael: Long live weekend and holiday road trips around NZ
OPINION: Road trips can be an effective spreader of Covid-19.
New government model 'prototype' idea rings mayors' alarm bells
Local first or regional front? Mayoral forum debates how to approach new Govt.
Man dies after turning up at hospital with critical injuries
Inquiries are underway to determine the circumstances that led to the man's injuries.
Five cars crash near Whakatāne
The crash was on State Highway 30, near Shaw Rd and Huna Rd.
Inaugural rangatahi development gold wananga held
The wananga was held in Whakatāne over the weekend of October 9, 10 and 11.
Climate change hui a 'coalition of the willing'
Representatives from across the Bay of Plenty gathered in Te Puke yesterday.
'Brilliant night': East Coast MP Kiri Allan's on her victory - and advice for newcomers
Come Monday morning, Allan will be showing Labour's new MPs the ropes.
'I'm not going anywhere': Tania Tapsell reveals what's next after election loss
'We've given it our all. I'm really happy.'
That's a wrap: Who's in and who's out in the wider Bay of Plenty?
The final preliminary results are in, so just how close were those margins?
East Coast electorate: Tania Tapsell says she did all she could
The seat is wide open and two young women are among those gunning for the seat.
Bay of Plenty councillor returns to barbering roots
Bay councillor Stacey Rose is loving his dual roles as an elected member and a barber.
L.A.B: Chemistry key to band's success
Enjoying an 'organic' rise in popularity, L.A.B will perform at Mt Smart Stadium
Bay of Plenty's unique natural hazard risk highlighted in Shake Out event
The event will be livestreamed throughout New Zealand.
'Look at Rotorua': Fears loss of carparks means loss of business in Whakatāne
Submissions for Te Ara Hou close on Friday.
Future of Kawerau mill 'up in the air', job losses feared
About 160 people work at the mill, a major employer in the small town.
Whakaari / White Island: Professor questions safety processes
Scientists should assess risk, says geologist but rescuer defends tourist operators.
160 jobs on the line: Big employer in small town may shut down
The Kawerau mill employed about 160 staff.
Kristin Macfarlane: Unemployed Kiwis need to plug the critical kiwifruit labour shortage
OPINION: People who think orchard work is beneath them need to get over themselves.
New building for Ōpotiki street
Two-storey building planned for Ōpotiki main street.
Motorbike rider seriously injured following crash near Taneatua
The crash happened at about 1.58pm.