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Seven-day isolation for the flu? Move would be 'horrific' for hospitality
A public health expert says enforcing it would be "pretty impractical".
'More than basketball': New NZ pro league 'amazing' opportunity after US stints
The league has been described as a "step in the right direction" for womens basketball.
Dr Tony Farrell: Documentary on booze confronting but necessary
OPINION: What is now required is a legislative change to stop the continuing harm.
'Misery money': Some 'cowboys' in social services only in it for the cash
Claims 'excellent storytellers' spin good tales to get the Government funding.
'Hypocrisy' and 'gutless' silence slammed after murder of 5yo Malachi
Judge says Malachi's daycare suspected he was being abused but never told police.
Police appeal for sightings of vehicle in relation to Tauranga homicide
Mitchell Te Kani, 51, died at a house on Maungatapu Rd on May 14.
Sonya Bateson: There's a reason abortion is referred to as healthcare
OPINION: It may sound like an oxymoron but, in my opinion, abortion saves lives.
'Clear lessons' after tragic murder of abused 5yo Malachi, judge says
Justice Paul Davison says reporting abuse is a 'community responsibility'.
Woman who beat, burnt and killed 5yo sentenced to 17 years
Killer Michaela Barriball has been sentenced to a near record-breaking prison sentence.
Shot, stabbed, jailed: From gangster to a guardian for the homeless
Fred Takimoana credits Ngāi Te Rangi with giving his life purpose.
Watch: Migrant family escape burning house with just the clothes on their back
A Givealittle and donations page has been set up for the young family.
Former Māori All Black returns home to sign with the Steamers
Since returning to the Bay, Norris has laced up once again for Tauranga Sports.
'Breaking point': Firefighters ramp up strike action
The union claims years of under-resourcing but FENZ says its offer is reasonable.
Tenby Powell on cancer and life after resigning as Tauranga mayor
'It's a good time to take stock: what have I done since my operation?'
Burling heads to UN to fight for oceans
Sailing legend on a mission to advocate why our oceans need protection.
Sonya Bateson: Rainbow Youth centre fire: Hate brings out the love in others
OPINION: Fire is a dark cloud over the LGBTQ+ community's continuing fight for acceptance.
Pride protest at Bethlehem College over its gender and marriage stance
The school has recently come under fire for its views on gender and marriage.
Seven injured in four-vehicle crash on SH2
The crash at Te Puna was reported just before 3pm.
'Happy Matariki': Family travels from Auckland for Mauao star compass unveiling
A new Atea-ā-Rangi (star compass) was unveiled, marking the Māori New Year.
Major Matariki tradition explained, how to celebrate at home
An umu kohukohu whetū isn't the only way to celebrate, it's as simple as being at home.
'Matariki is ours' - Why our newest public holiday is important for all Kiwis
A celestial navigator on Matariki, family, and how to spot the constellation
'Clear and compelling case' for ferry service, but it could cost $17m
A business leader says in his view the study makes "no new progress".
Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: Depp and Heard show domestic violence hates sunlight
OPINION: Domestic violence takes root in the darkness and shadows.
Opinion | Labour looks soft on gangs, dithering on law and order
OPINION: There's a lot going on for Labour heading into an election year next year.
PM acknowledges 'serious concerns' raised about Tauranga's Bethlehem College
"Schools are obliged to ensure they have a safe and inclusive environment for children."
Need for Tauranga drug rehab centre 'stronger than ever'
Tauranga drug users are "chewing through a kilo of meth a week".
'Spiritual death': How an addict escaped the clutches of gangs and drugs
'I had nothing and there was a spiritual death inside me.'
Education leader lauds Government strategy targeting 'disappearing students'
The strategy aims to return vanishing students to classrooms around the country.
Arson, graffiti and self-harm: Rise in hate hitting LGBT community
A string of events shows work still needs to be done.
Kiwi loses appeal against deportation after fatal crash
Kiwi who caused woman's death did not disclose NZ convictions on entering Australia.
Breath alcohol checkpoints: 153 impaired drivers caught in Bay
More than 11,000 drivers were processed over two weekends.
PM: 'Very hard to read into' Labour's Tauranga byelection loss
National's Sam Uffindell beat Labour's Jan Tinetti by more than 6000 votes.
Advocates share their wishlists for the new Māori Health Authority
'The philosophy is great. We want to see the resourcing to back it up.'