'It sounded terrified': Man living in Mt Maunganui cave convicted for beating puppy
The man was living with his dog in a cave near Mount Maunganui.
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'I just cried': 32-year-old's Stage 4 bowel cancer battle
Rachael Ferguson now wants the screening age lowered to 35.
Woman killed in motorcycle crash named
The crash happened around 2.40pm on Saturday on State Highway 2, Pongokawa.
Rob Rattenbury: Pākehā need to be trusted with referendum on He Puapua
OPINION: We need a referendum on He Puapua, because progress depends on public support.
Family, routine and social connection: The pandemic losses still affecting older Kiwis
'We can't expect people to go back to the way they were. We're all changed from this.'
'Targeting Māori': The police firearm figures worrying leaders
Actions predicated on race or the situation? Police firearm use data revealed.
Dr Tony Farrell: Reining in alcohol industry will reduce health burden
OPINION: The Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act needs reviewing
'Absolute rort': $41.65m elder housing portfolio sold for less than half its value
The 'appalling' sales prompted concerns the money from them would be wasted
Doctors told her she was just overweight - turns out, she had ovarian cancer
'Something needs to change, you can't just push it away as women's problems.'
'We wonder why we work': Desperate family does not qualify for Govt help
Chris Luxon: 'It's heartbreaking' hearing stories from people in the squeezed middle.
A 'constant reminder' to do better: Oranga Tamariki CEO on 5yo Malachi Subecz's death
The agency is conducting an independent review into whether it failed Malachi Subecz.
Meet man vying to be Tauranga MP for National
Sam Uffindell has a vision for Tauranga and says he's the right man to make it happen.
MPs clash over homeless report on where Rotorua homeless have come from
Local politicians have exchanged words over a new homeless report.
Oranga Tamariki investigates how system failed murdered 5-year-old Malachi Subecz
'This is an absolute priority for me and I will have more to say' - Oranga Tamariki CEO.
Local Focus: Motorcycles and men's mental health
Distinguished Gentleman's Ride dapperly raises funds in Tauranga
Boycott begins: Bus drivers refuse key pick-ups after knife incident
'It's gotten to the point where we are now dealing with significant weapons...'
'Lots of tears' for missing cat accidentally taken to the tip
The friendly tabby's family say they miss his cuddles and have not stopped searching.
Police officer convicted for injuring man during arrest
A Tauranga police officer has since resigned after injuring people he was arresting.
New homes for revamped former Bella Vista site welcomed
The new development comes five years after 21 sites were abandoned due to safety fears.
Watch live: Simon Bridges delivers final speech in the House
On the controversy scale he was rating it a 'solid 5.5 out of 10'.
$17.2m deal: Kāinga Ora buys seven elder housing villages
State housing provider to spend $32.4 million on redevelopments, upgrades
'We cannot be held responsible': Decision made on NEMA charges in Whakaari case
WorkSafe charges against the National Emergency Management Agency have been dismissed.
Take it slow: Bay of Plenty's picturesque highway
Dozens of gems are hiding just off this popular highway drive.
Homemade Taser, brawl and vandalism: Boycott likely as bus stop violence escalates
Frightened drivers say they are reaching a tipping point of taking strike action.
Entrusted to his killer: Little boy beaten, starved by carer
Malachi Subecz suffered regular abuse, including being burnt with scalding water.
'An absolute crock': Residents, tourists fume over $150 bus lane fines
A petition to refund the fines has amassed thousands of signatures.
Man accused of murdering toddler in court again
An accused child murderer allegedly drove drunk while on bail.
'Pretty full on': One father's way of managing fatigue and stress
James Mooney says it is better than going for a walk or watching TV
Final decision looms for controversial Pāpāmoa reserve planting plan
Part of the project has already sparked outcry from residents.
'Somebody's going to die': Where ram raids have tripled in three years
Ram raid style break-ins are on the rise and youths are mainly behind the brazen crimes.
Sam Uffindell is National's candidate for Tauranga byelection
The National Party has chosen who will stand in the upcoming Tauranga byelection.
New kids on the block: Hollywood star scores waterfront NZ location for burger chain
Superstar brothers' burger outlet is moving into the site of a former well-known eatery.