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New salary legislation likely to pass into law

A Labour party member's bill that seeks to stop employers enforcing gag orders on workers talking about their salaries is likely to pass into law. Labour... Read More

Survey: Gaps in bowel cancer symptom awareness

One in four New Zealanders can't yet spontaneously name a single symptom of bowel cancer - and even the most common red flags are flying under the radar. New... Read More

40 years of supporting Tauranga libraries

This year marks a significant milestone for a community group that has had a large impact on literacy in Tauranga. The Friends of the Tauranga City Libraries... Read More

No alarm bells before boy's death, daycare says

The manager of the daycare attended by Malachi Subecz said there were no clear signs of child abuse or concerns about his carer during his time at the centre. 'There... Read More

Person airlifted to hospital with serious injuries

A person has been seriously injured in what police are describing as a 'vehicle-involved incident” in Te Puke. A large emergency response has been spotted... Read More

PAWGUST: Step up for guide dogs this winter

This August, Kiwis are lacing up their walking shoes and joining PAWGUST, a nationwide challenge supporting the guide dogs who help New Zealanders live life... Read More

Food shock: Prices soar in June

New stats show food prices rose 4.6% in the year to June - the largest rate of increase since late 2023. That was up from a 4.4% increase in the year to May,... Read More

Birth Trauma Awareness Week: 50 things for 50 mums

This international Birth Trauma Awareness Week from July 14-20, Birth Trauma Aotearoa invites Mums, parents and whānau to do '50 things” in support of... Read More

From failed police trainee to rescue hero

Failing her police training has not stopped 7-year-old German shepherd Kora from saving lives. Tauranga's Nick Petry adopted Kora years ago after he... Read More

Police advice to combat rising rural thefts

Police are urging rural property owners to be vigilant and ensure their property is secure. A key focus for police is preventing crime from happening in the... Read More

NZ topple Proteas to kick off T20 Tri-series

Rob Walter's tenure as Black Caps head coach has begun with victory over his former charges, as New Zealand sealed a 21-run win over South Africa in Harare. Even... Read More

Council postpones water decision

Tauranga City Council has postponed its decision to confirm a preferred delivery model for future water services. While Council was expected to make a decision... Read More