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Work continued on Bella Vista despite errors

Design errors for the Bella Vista Homes houses were noticed by director Danny Cancian he has told a court during cross-examination, but work 'boxed on" anyway. Cancian... Read More

Man accused of BOP murder named

Name suppression has been lifted for the man accused of murdering a woman in the Bay of Plenty. Tehiiritanga Hill entered a not guilty plea by reason of insanity... Read More

BOP police investigating fatal crash

Investigations are underway into a two car crash which left two people dead. Emergency services were called to the scene of the crash on State Highway 1, near... Read More

Thousands use Air NZ credit tool

Air New Zealand customers have redeemed about $1.4m in credit following the launch of a new online tool. The online tool, which launched on Monday, allows customers... Read More

Free courses offered in high-demand industries

As New Zealand unites to recover from the impacts of COVID-19, Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology will be offering free courses in a range of high-demand industries.... Read More

Snow warning issued for the Desert Road

Temperatures are expected to be a bit cooler in the region as southwesterlies bring a noticeable cold snap to northern regions. The MetService has issued a snowfall... Read More

Public question police presence on Route K

A number of police units have been spotted on Route K, near The Lakes roundabout, this morning. A member of the public was on his way to work when he spotted... Read More

Partnering to transform NZ‘s agritech industry

An industry plan to transform and grow New Zealand's agritech sector has been launched by Economic Development Minister Phil Twyford and Agriculture Minister Damien... Read More

BOPDHB CEO appointment announced

The Bay of Plenty District Health Board has announced Pete Chandler has been appointed to the role of Chief Executive Officer following an extensive recruitment... Read More

COVID-19 prosecution review called for

The association for defence lawyers wants an urgent review of all COVID-19 prosecutions in light of a massive case backlog in the district court. Ministry of... Read More

Katikati’s best shot

Nestled at the start of Katikati is a well-kept secret that has international recognition. The Shot Dart factory turns 50 this year and like many Kiwi businesses... Read More

Air NZ staff face discrimination over COVID-19

Air New Zealand staff face fear and discrimination because people worry they could have been exposed to COVID-19, the airline's chief executive says. Chief executive... Read More