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Party like the public service: What councils did for Christmas
Some opted for a Kiwi classic.
Bay of Plenty roadworks: A summer holiday guide
Contractors will pause work from midday tomorrow through to 8am on January 8.
Whakatāne gang funeral: Police make 15 arrests, seize guns, knives, knuckle duster
Police said 14 of those arrested were gang members or associates.
Gang funeral to be held today; Pressure on police to minimise disruptions to public
A homicide investigation is under way after an alleged gang-related death.
'Large gang presence’: Extra police for two gang funerals in Whakatāne
Locals are asked to expect delays while gang farewells members.
'Engaging': Police presence ahead of gang funeral
A homicide investigation has been launched, police say.
Felt 'like a slave': Ex-restaurateurs to pay $423k for exploiting migrant workers
Seven migrants were exploited by the couple in two restaurants over a 12-month period.
Whakatāne homicide: Man who died after 'gang-related' disorder named
A 'gang-related disorder' occurred in the lead-up to the death, police say.
Gang-related disorder before man's death in Whakatāne leads to homicide investigation
Police said there was a gang-related disorder incident before the man died.
Homicide investigation under way after injured man dies in hospital
Police have appealed to the public for any information.
'It’s like having a child': Owners of diabetic pets face big costs
One vet says pet owners should not “reward the waistline” with treats.
'Dazed like a stunned mullet': Couple gobsmacked after mega $8.3m Lotto win
It’s 'head in the clouds' for one lucky Bay of Plenty couple.
Watch: 'We've all got families, we want to live' - Dramatic sea rescue
Life is a Cabaret for 'Infamous Richard' after adventurer’s latest brush with fate.
'Lucky touch': The store that's sold million-dollar Lotto tickets
The Whakatāne store owners have now sold an $8.3m-winning ticket to go with a $12.25m win.
'Bounce back': Most suburbs saw average values increase over past three months
OneRoof's latest property report paints a picture of how suburbs have performed.
Revealed: The suburb where average property values have risen the most
OneRoof's latest property report paints a picture of how suburbs have performed.
Have you seen Peter Baty? Man missing from Whakatāne
Anyone with any information is asked to call police.
Drink-driving principal who crashed into roundabout was four times over limit
He had two previous convictions for drink-driving.
No 1 for number twos! Rotorua wins best loo, Tauranga best large city
The Keep New Zealand Beautiful Awards were announced at Parliament House yesterday.
Guy Fawkes: Nine fires likely to be linked to fireworks
All but one of these fires was last night.
'My lungs collapsed... I thought I was going to die': Mum's horror health ordeal
'I couldn't get off the bed - I was [spending] 16 to 18 hours in bed. I can barely walk.'
Police launch manhunt for Vardacie Hohepa
There is a warrant out for Hohepa, who has links to Counties Manukau and Whakatāne.
‘Ingrained hatred’: Should warring Mongrel Mob and Black Power be rewarded for good behaviour?
An expert makes the suggestion as police crack down on gang violence.
Day of violence: Gang members on trial for murder, assault, robbery
Mobsters accused of killing man who wouldn't give them drugs and attacking two others.
Gang crackdown: Weapons, drugs, cash seized by police given special search powers
Police also made two arrests in Ōpōtiki amid gang tensions.
Lifeguards launch beach patrols on Labour Weekend
Lifeguards' summer patrols begin this weekend at Bay of Plenty beaches.
Man heartbroken as wife's memorial tree to be torn down
The regional council says the removal of the tree is essential for flood protection.
'I left the ticket in the car': Couple dream big after $500k win
The couple “still can’t believe” their luck.
Horror night as three dead in separate crashes
All the roads where the crashes occurred are now open.
'Disproportionate response': Supermarkets appeal restrictions on morning alcohol sales
The revised policy aims to align trading hours across the Eastern Bay.
'Disappointing': Flood rescue teams pulled back over pay, conditions dispute
Auckland, Northland, Nelson and Whakatāne were without the extra water rescue help.
Macron mishap: Transport agency reprints signs after error spotted
The signs were put up this week, and taken down less than 24 hours later.