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Seven new Covid cases in Rotorua, eight in Bay of Plenty
Today's case numbers and locations of interest.
'Slow the spread': Unidentified Omicron 'almost certainly' in Bay
Health officials are asking Bay residents to mask up in public this long weekend.
Wrong side of the bed? Leopard seal takes a tumble at Tauranga marina
Sometimes getting out of bed is tough - just ask Taimana.
'We may never know': Boy undiagnosed after month in hospital
The family say Bowden is making progress but anticipated a 'very long road' to recovery.
Black Clash buzz: Streakers, raving fans, a tumbling coach
The Hot Spring Spas Black Clash T20 match saw a "sensational" end to the "buzzing" night.
Battle begins: Many keen to fill four vacancies on Bay conservation board
There is a surplus of nominations for the Bay of Plenty Conservation Board.
'Heinous, sick, twisted': Meth-fuelled family violence 'more blatant'
The number of callouts has increased over the past five years.
'They said it felt like the end of the world': Stories from Tonga trickle out
After days of no communication, loved ones have finally heard from those in Tonga.
From the CEOs: What's in store for businesses in 2022
"We will see how personal matters impact work performance and vice versa" - Matt Cowley.
Farmers 'a bit desperate' as big dry hits, experts warn of more droughts
With no rain and warm weather farmers 'have their minds in dry mode'.
'Big relief': How students fared at last year's exams
Bay students are feeling mixed emotions after NCEA results went live on Thursday.
Luke Kirkness: The tough decision facing the Govt today
OPINION: Will the Omicron threat burst the dreams of a green traffic light setting?
Vent temp and gas output decrease at Whakaari/White Island
Data was collated during an observation flight to the volcano last week.
Farmers 'racial profiling' incident: Teen's whānau heading to mediation
A Rotorua whānau are just awaiting a mediation date over their grievance.
'Do not go into the water at all': Lifeguards on high alert after eruption
Beaches have been closed and multiple warnings issued, but people are swimming anyway.
Rob Rattenbury: Our waterways are beautiful but deadly
Opinion: Perhaps the state can take a big step towards reducing NZ's water-death toll.
'Heartbreaking': Pain-stricken 7yo's two-week diagnosis ordeal
Seven-year-old Bowden was taken to hospital on Christmas Day and is still in Starship.
Jo Raphael: No special treatment - Djokovic should be deported
OPINION: The minister should stick to his guns and cancel the visa.
Local Focus: Radio Control Car Club roars into 2022
Bay of Plenty Radio Control Car Club set to benefit from future TECT Park upgrades.
'Great risk': Monster 6m swells to pound parts of North Island's east coast
All eastern North Island beaches are expected to be impacted.
'It's ridiculous': 27 days before bank picks up home loan application
More home loans likely to be declined as banks 'deeper dive into your finances'.
Jo Raphael: Pests are a problem but prevention is key
OPINION: Critters are a part of this world and we have to do our best to live with them.
Buyer beware as Bay of Plenty e-bike injuries soar
Greater communication about safety when buying e-bikes would be helpful: injured rider.
Covid-19: 16 more cases in Bay of Plenty, two in Lakes district
There are 16 more Covid-19 cases in the Bay of Plenty and two more in the Lakes District.
More posts, fewer views: Will option for chronological Instagram feed help businesses?
"Each post is getting less awareness," says local business.
'It's normal to feel irked or sad': Advice on beating back to work blues
A Bay life coach shares top tips on how people can manage stress as they return to work.
Revealed: What books were issued most in the Bay of Plenty in 2021
What people in the Bay of Plenty read last year revealed - plus a few suggestions.
Bay of Plenty moves to restricted fire season overnight
Everyone needs a permit to light an open-air fire.
Revealed: Full line-up of all players for T20 Black Clash
The latest member has been revealed completing the full line-up for both teams.
'Intense itching': Maulers and larvae plague beachgoers
'I could feel tiny little egg-like creatures hitting against me as I swam'.
US lawsuits claim White Island tourists unaware of danger; graphic new details
The 2019 eruption claimed 22 lives.
Bay of Plenty 'heat swell' triggers MetService alert, thunderstorm watch today
And today is looking to become another scorcher.
Great white knocks small boat as shark sightings increase
A shark expert warns there could be more encounters to come.