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'Shouldn’t have happened': Envirowaste to pay almost $1m after worker crushed at landfill

Gratten Layne's widow says the lives of family have not been the same since his death.

Teenager named as person killed in Kaimai crash

Nineteen-year-old Thomas Pukepuke was from Waikato.

Renowned ghost sleuth continues grand legacy

McKinnell is the grandson of paranormal pioneers Ed and Lorraine Warren.

Charity concert to fundraise for pancreatic cancer treatment

The concert will feature four acts encompassing a wide range of musical styles.

$100k disability scholarship recipient encourages others to apply

The scholarship can help pay for associated fees, books, computers and living costs.

Defence opens case in Mongols trial as accused have multiple charges dismissed

Each of the accused had at least one charge dismissed today.

Teams play for the McKillop Cup

There is all to play for in Whangamatā's oldest team trophy, The McKillop Cup.

Covid-19: 20,522 new cases in 7 days, rolling average is 2926 per day

A seven-day update from the Ministry of Health is expected to show a rise in subvariants.

Tairua cell antennas will be unobtrusive, says telco

Spark was investing in a discrete solution, with antennas encased in a slim cylinder.

Migrants prefer Australia, Canada over NZ due to crime, housing costs - recruiter

A recruiter at a UK job market says no one wanted to move here.

Kaimai fatal crash: Eyewitness praises doctor, nurse and off-duty policeman

'My heart goes out to the families.'

Mark Lister: A wild ride for UK financial markets

We shouldn't underestimate how much all the UK drama has added to the uncertainty

'Thrilled': Proposal to lower voting age to 16 supported

The review proposes other changes - including four-year council terms.

Letters: Govt reluctance to tighten alcohol laws

OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.

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.

Michele Hunter: Frustrated public is starting to lose its faith in the justice system

OPINION: The public is losing faith in both the justice system and community policing.

Amazeing: Rotorua icon to reopen in December

New owners Chris and Fiona Callander promise visitors fun, challenges and surprises.

Matt Cowley: Take the daily relaxation challenge over summer

That daily habit may just pay dividends for you when you need it later in the New Year.