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Weighing up a DNA databank for every citizen in NZ

A review of the law which governs how DNA is used in criminal investigations has raised the possibility of a databank which would hold every New Zealander's... Read More

Trampoline company fulfils Christmas wishlist

It's been two years since little Vivienne lay under a blanket as her mother Marie Harlick was murdered. Not once, since that day, had she asked for anything... Read More

Things you should ask a lawyer when buying a house

Most people know that it's a good idea to seek advice from a lawyer when buying property. If you're signing a binding legal document that involves the biggest... Read More

Our impeccable view

I've flown several times in light aircrafts, but this particular flight was extra exciting. Recently I hopped aboard one of Island Air Charter's scenic flights,... Read More

BOP man charged with murder two years after death

Bay of Plenty Police have today arrested a 50-year-old Opotiki man in relation to the death of Brian Albert Hilton in July 2016. The man has been charged with... Read More

Pest programme sees increase in native species

The nationally threatened Kārearea (New Zealand Falcon) is just one of the native species of birds flocking back to Rotorua's Dansey Scenic Reserve following... Read More

Library, health services book winner

Inequity was the single biggest issue facing health services, outgoing Lakes DHB Ron Dunham told MPs recently. Addressing parliament's Health Select Committee,... Read More

Tooth-conscious toddlers win oral challenge

Tooth-conscious mokopuna have battled it out to be named the Western Bay's best for healthy mouths. Kōhanga Reo and Puna Reo early childhood centres across the... Read More

One seriously injured in Waihi crash

One person has been taken to hospital in a serious condition following a crash in the Thames-Coromandel District. A police media spokesperson says a motorcycle... Read More

New grandstand funding for Te Puke Sports

The Western Bay of Plenty District Council will contribute $100,000 toward the new covered grandstand for Te Puke Sports. The funding is split between the Te... Read More

Crash blocking Papamoa over bridge

A three car crash is currently blocking the Sandhurst Drive bridge in Papamoa. A caller to the 0800 SUNLIVE news hotline says it appears to be a nose to tail... Read More

Thousands of gifts donated to Homes of Hope

Tauranga families are showing their Christmas spirit by donating gifts to charity Eden of Hope - a charity run by a Golden Sands School student. These gifts have... Read More