'Monster': 33 years ago he raped and murdered a backpacker - now he's going to be released
But there are concerns his 'deviant sexual interests' will need to be monitored.
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Act of kindness: Grandfather gifts worldly belongings to homeless
"We just want to make a difference to a kid's life."
A city 'built on betrayal: Tauranga's big move to reconcile with Māori over past wrong
Some fought tears, others apologised for protest actions, others clapped as decision made.
Teens missing for three days turned up to school on a bus
Instead of going to school they were seen asking about getting to Auckland.
'A tragedy waiting to happen': Safety concerns raised about Bethlehem crossing
'That should never have happened. It was a total waste of life.'
Highway tragedy: Husband, wife killed - victim would do 'anything for anyone'
"He was just one of those genuine, good guys ... it always happens to the good guys."
Former septic tank driver fined for 'deliberate' discharge of thousands of litres of sewage
The smell of sewage pouring into the Orini Canal made passers-by retch.
$16m for $1: Council CBD land subject of Māori co-ownership plans
Such a move would 'provide a contemporary reconciliation to a longstanding grievance'.
'Tragic': Deaths and injuries after two crashes within 24 hours on Tauranga roads
"I remember thinking 's**t, that looks like a serious crash. And then, 'that's my house'."
'Deeply sorry': Apology after paraplegic left alone in wet, bloody bed
Healthcare provider 'extremely concerned' about 'significant shortage' of support workers.
'No alternative': Long-term solution for SH35 could be weeks or months away
'People think it's like the end of the world' in community isolated by road's collapse.
'Made to feel like the other': Why MP wants 'discriminatory' law changed
Rawiri Waititi: "This is a stain on this country's democracy and it's a disgrace."
'Nothing's changed': Bus boycott could be escalated after machete incident
But bus boss says such a move could leave people stranded and create another safety issue.
'Wreak havoc': Job losses feared as new build inquiries plunge by up to 80 per cent
'There is going to be some real hurt coming in the construction industry.'
Construction site raids: 'Stressed' builders sleeping on-site to deter brazen thieves
Fears of organised crime and insider jobs as industry says crime on the rise.
Burial costs soar 40 per cent, funeral directors call on Govt for help
The rising figures come as many people are already grappling with a cost of living crisis.
'Ashamed' and 'isolated': Struggling families selling possessions to survive
'We need to be upfront a recession is here ... impacted families are battling it today.'
'PR stunt': Mobsters warn gang crackdown could spark more violence
Taking items by force may only increase anger and 'inflame' the situation.
'Disrespectful' unveiling for iwi leader renews anguish for ex-wife, children
But an iwi leader says a lot of people needed the unveiling to heal.
'What we need is some very simple rules': Luxon on Covid announcement
Government announces new measures to fight the increasing numbers of Covid-19 infections.
Iwi threatens to blockade harbour over 'juggernaut' port's plans
The port says the Environment Court process is the correct place to debate the issues.
Police 'powerless': Her ex uses 1c deposits for vile abuse via bank account
Victim says banks and police seem disinterested or powerless to stop the messages.
'Our hearts are full': Dog that attacked vet returned to family after verdict
The Tauranga City Council is not ruling out appealing the decision.
Diagnosed with skin cancer 4 times: Damage was 'done in my youth'
The 49-year-old has had four skin cancers cut from her body.
Waka Kotahi's billion-dollar blowout on Bay roading projects
Only one of the eight projects has not increased in budget or completion date.
Te Pāti Māori's 'fearless fight' for equality for Māori
Māori Party president says his party is the only one to achieve equality for all Māori.
Boris Johnson's resignation 'inevitable', says former British MP in NZ
A Bay of Plenty-based former British MP thinks Johnson will try to remain party leader.
Mother's anguish over predatory teacher laid bare in letter to PM
The mother expressed concerns about the school's investigation.
Exemption sought: Major housing developments at risk from new Govt rules
Leader warns of even higher house prices, more homelessness and workers driven from city.
Childcare centre ordered to explain failures in Malachi's case as he was beaten and bruised
The manager reportedly contacted his caregiver directly about the abuse.
'Lots of people are upset': Tauranga Mosque burgled, car torched nearby - police
'No evidence to suggest this was a hate crime,' police say.
Homicide investigation: Detectives seek occupants of silver sedan
Whakamarama homicide inquiry team want to speak to the occupants of a silver sedan.
Multiple crews battle buildings on fire at former sawmill
At least 12 fire trucks responded.