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What's the deal with sick leave changes?

The government has proposed changes to sick leave rules, which could mean that part-time workers are entitled to less. Here's what you need to know about... Read More

Further funding for private radiology services

Thursday's announcement of a '$30 million radiology boost” is a welcome sight for those patients with limited access to free radiology services. However,... Read More

How firefighters cope with the trauma of crashes

Drunk driving crashes leave a trail of hurt, loss and carnage in their wake, yet the number of people caught over the limit on Bay of Plenty roads is rising.... Read More

Nitrous oxide overdose warning

An woman who lost the movement of her legs after inhaling nitrous oxide is urging the government to regulate the retail supply of the gas. Known on the streets... Read More

Council welcomes refreshed growth plan

A refreshed plan for the long-term growth of the Western Bay of Plenty is being endorsed by Tauranga City Council. SmartGrowth is a collaboration between... Read More

Kiwifruit growers celebrate bumper crop

Kiwifruit growers are celebrating a record crop for the 2024 season. New Zealand Kiwifruit Growers Inc, NZKGI, says with only small volumes left to be picked... Read More

Police monitoring gathering in Ōpōtiki

Additional Police will be in Ōpōtiki this weekend, monitoring the planned gathering and memorial ride in the area, says Eastern Bay of Plenty, acting area... Read More

Police bust illicit trans-Tasman cocaine operation

It wasn't the choice of a red or blue pill, but rather the red and blue lights of Police who caught up with two men in Auckland over the long weekend. Detective... Read More

From motocross rivals to team-mates

Oparau's James Scott and Taupo's Brad Groombridge will switch roles from motorcycle racing rivals to international team-mates in just a few weeks' time. The... Read More

Healthy waterways: DairyNZ focuses on what works

Dairy farmers can pick up practical tools and actions to enhance farm waterways at DairyNZ's Fieldays site this year. The Healthy Waterways exhibit will give... Read More

Anger as housing change pushed ahead of elections

On the same day that nominations for the Tauranga City Council election closed, unelected commissioners sent a letter to the government asking it to overrule... Read More

BOP man on trial for alleged Ardern death threat

A Western Bay of Plenty man accused of threatening to kill former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern told a judge he had 'no blood on my hands”. Richard... Read More