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Genetic testing gives answers for autistic Kiwis

A 10-year study in New Zealand shows genetic testing should be available for autistic individuals and their families to refine diagnoses, according to University... Read More

Public transport: smart changes for a growing BOP

Technology is leading the way in helping make sure the Bay of Plenty's public transport network evolves to meet the region's growing population. With more... Read More

Friend lost in tragic motorcycle accident

Intensive care nurse and ambulance officer Nick Grant has experienced both sides of road trauma as a healthcare professional and a patient himself. It's been... Read More

Millions awarded to combat invasive gold clam

More than $10 million has been put towards eradicating the invasive freshwater gold clam discovered in New Zealand waters last year. The freshwater gold clam,... Read More

'Teen accounts' might not work but we have to try

Teenagers might find a way around new restricted Instagram accounts, but it's important the company is trying, a social media consultant says. Meta announced... Read More

How NZ is failing at HPV cancer prevention

An estimated 32,000 young people are missing from a vital vaccination programme after they did not get their shots during the Covid pandemic. They are the... Read More

Homeowners stuck in 'sales chain'

Fewer existing homeowners are moving to new properties - and part of that may be because they are stuck in a sales chain, waiting for places to sell, Corelogic... Read More

NZ to get hotter, faster than previously thought

New, more detailed climate projections show New Zealand is set to get hotter, faster than previously thought. The country was already expected to keep heating,... Read More

BOP Sikh Society's Te Puke parade this Saturday

The annual Sikh parade has become one of the most popular and colourful events on the Te Puke calendar. Bay of Plenty Sikh Society's Nagar Kirtan - a parade... Read More

Te Puke ‘expo’ on the mahi that matters

Western Bay of Plenty District Council is inviting the community to an opportunity to share, listen, and ensure that the work the council is doing aligns with... Read More

Tauranga man found with child sex abuse images

A Tauranga man caught with hundreds of images and videos depicting 'horrific” child sexual abuse has been sentenced to seven months' home detention. The... Read More

Proud NZ legacy: 125 years of Federated Farmers

Federated Farmers is marking 125 years since the establishment of New Zealand's most influential rural advocacy organisation. It's timely to reflect on... Read More