Pain of son's death at Whakaari 'never goes away'
Family of 23-year-old tour guide broke down in tears as they spoke in court.
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Whakaari survivors to tell of life-changing effects of tragedy
Sentencing of companies guilty of safety failings starts today.
Funeral Guides collective helps whānau cut costs
Whakatāne-based group aims to help whānau reclaim traditional death-care practises.
'Tears' on the start line: Athlete finishes 243km race to celebrate transplant
'As long as I finish it, that was the goal.'
Teen surfer rides wave of success with three in a row
The second round of this year's Billabong Grom Series at Whangamatā had a few surprises.
Muggy nights: Major retailer running low on fans as temperatures soar
Records tumble after 'very hot month' across Bay of Plenty.
They gave her a new liver as a baby - 30 years later she's racing 243km to celebrate
'Despite everything I’ve been through with my health, look how far I’ve come.'
Community meeting held in living room, council warned to stop 'wasteful spending'
The meeting, held in a community watchdog's living room, was standing room only.
'Your confidence takes a hammering': Nurse speaks out about verbal abuse from patients
It comes as assaults on staff at Bay of Plenty hospitals have been rising.
'Your confidence takes a hammering': Nurse speaks out about verbal abuse from patients
She is calling for the "long-term" increase of extra security guards at hospitals.
'Significant height': Two people rescued after separate falls
Busy weekend for the Aerocool Rescue Helicopter.
Spectacular sight as luxury ship docks off BoP coast
Hopefully, it's just the beginning for boutique cruise liners to come to Whakatāne.
'Emergency': How getting strep throat led to three open-heart surgeries
'I wouldn’t want anyone to go through it'.
Road blocked, power out, after car crashes into power pole
One person received minor injuries in the Bay of Plenty crash.
Mystery boat a ‘blight’ on small town’s main street
Some residents have come to see the vessel as an eyesore and a potential danger.
Cherished pets reportedly killed by roaming dogs over holiday period
Whakatāne District Council impounded over 500 roaming dogs in its last financial year.
Check your tickets! Three BOP Lotto players win $19k
Thirteen Lotto players nationally won the Second Division prize money.
Visitors return to holiday camps hit by Cyclone Gabrielle
Holiday parks in Gisborne Tai Rāwhiti are having one of their best summers.
Kaimai crash kills Whakatāne couple, 4-year-old son survives
'It’s going to hurt him for a long time ... for two young lives to be taken so tragically'
Police release names of pair who died in Kaimai crash
Inquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.
Man charged after woman allegedly hit by car
A man is set to appear in the Whakatāne District Court today.
From 'preparing for his last days' to planning a 21st: How a 'miracle' drug has changed lives
'It’s just the best thing that could have ever happened to him.'
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.