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The former employee admitted receiving secret commissions from a new contract.
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Firefighters battle large manuka blaze in Ōpōtiki
Crews from across the region are working to extinguish the blaze.
Whakaari/White Island survivor Kelsey Waghorn shares recovery progress
A recent photo shows how far she's come in only eight weeks.
Matatā triple fatal: WorkSafe lays charges over horror crash
Worksafe have laid completed an investigation into the crash.
Watch: 'Huge progress' - White Island survivor learns to walk again
"Although I have my moments, I am proud of the huge progress I have made."
Rawiri Waititi to stand for Māori Party in Waiariki
The 39-year-old's candidacy was today confirmed in Rotorua.
She was in love with her tattoo. After she survived White Island it tells a new story
GRAPHIC WARNING: The tour guide has shared a glimpse into her hospital recovery.
'I don't remember almost dying': White Island survivor learning to walk
The tour guide says she doesn't remember the "really gnarly stuff".
Two arrested after operation targeting organised crime
Police raid clandestine lab believed to be used for manufacturing methamphetamine.
Cordons down, police presence still at Whakatāne address
Police say it's part of an ongoing operation, no risk to the public.
'I wouldn't be here without you:' Whakaari/White Island survivor's message of thanks
Tour guide Kelsey Waghorn has given an update on her progress from her hospital bed.
White Island heartbreak: Badly burned mother can't attend daughter's funeral
White Island survivor Lisa Dallow is too badly injured to attend daughter Zoe's funeral.
Person dies after water incident at Ohope
A person was pulled unresponsive from the water.
Waitangi Day 2020: 40,000 enjoy whānau day out
The day started with a dawn ceremony followed by breakfast served by the Prime Minister.
Bodies, investigations, leaks - White Island response behind the scenes
'Everyone in this room is severely affected. We will get heavily investigated.'
White Island emergency plan unfinished when volcano erupted
The draft plan's "Search and Rescue Plan" was two sentences long, on the final page.
Concerns social media exposure harming wāhi tapu
"Platforms like Instagram have made all our wāhi tapu ... just so accessible to anyone."
Last cohort of Australian nurses leave Whakatāne
Eleven nurses offered their services to help after the eruption.
Two appear in court over Taita homicide
Women in the public gallery cried during the brief appearances.
Zoe and Benji find family happiness without phones
Trendsetter Zoe Marshall's latest family smartphone rules might just catch on.
Thumbs up! White Island survivors may soon fly home to US
White Island survivors Rick Reed and Ivy Kohn Reed may soon be okay to fly home to the US.
Tolley proud of achievements as East Coast MP
Tolley eyes Speaker's job in next election and will go on list.
'Thank you': White Island survivor writes from hospital
"It's hard to fathom the amount of love and support."
Those missing after Whakaari/White Island eruption confirmed as deceased
The official death toll now stands at 20 people.
Man who tried to shoot at police officers jailed
Arapeta Hiraka will serve the sentence in full without parole.
White Island teen survivor: 'Thank you for your kindness'
Jake Milbank was leading a tour on the island when it erupted.
Richie has dibs on title
Richie has been virtually untouchable in the national Supersport 600cc class.
Otakiri protesters raise $35k for water bottling appeal
Iwi and residents file appeal Environment Court decision in the Rotorua High Court.
Just Jeans assistant 'yelled at' doctor's toddler, apology sought
Her 15-month-old son was playing peekaboo behind a sign when she was left "dumbstruck".
White Island: Newlyweds' stunning recovery from severe burns
Four Americans severely injured in the eruption are hopeful they'll be home in a month.
Tour company resumes trips to Moutohorā/Whale Island
No prohibitions had been placed on Moutohorā/Whale Island following the eruption.
'Pretty freaky': Shark spotted in shallows at Ōhope beach
Beachgoers got more than they bargained for at the beach today.
White Island victim's grieving dad convinced son helped him catch his first game fish
Hayden-Marshall Inman's father is sure his son helped him reel in his first game fish.
White Island: Body found in water, then lost in failed recovery bid
Serious claims have been made online about the attempt to recover a body from the water.