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Waikato DHB criticised over cancer case

A woman wasn't told for four years that she had cancer, by which time it was too late to save her, a report has found. Health and Disability Commissioner Anthony... Read More

Consents complaints investigation

Following complaints from some members of the public relating to building consents, Tauranga City Council has initiated an independent review. "We have engaged... Read More

Red sky in the morning ... plus pics

As the saying goes, 'red sky in the morning, shepherds warning', and nothing could have been truer in Tauranga this morning. As the sun rose over the Bay, the sky... Read More

Trump issues new travel ban

US President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order on immigration today. Trump's aide, Kellyanne Conway, stated earlier that the revised order has surfaced... Read More

Oceans event going to Orewa

The Under 14 NZ Surf Life Saving Championships, also known as the Oceans' 17, which has been held at Mount Maunganui since its inception 17 years ago, is going... Read More

The truth about herbs…

Coriander, red clover, chamomile and puha - you've probably already heard of them before. But do you know the unique medicinal or cosmetic talents they hold? March... Read More

Contenders for Crankworx Queen

Competition for the Queen of Crankworx is stacking up as the toughest to date, as competitors complete training schedules for the season-long mountain biking challenge... Read More

Superannuation age to lift to 67

The Government will progressively lift the age of eligibility for NZ Superannuation from 65 to 67, starting in 20 years' time, Prime Minister Bill English announced... Read More

Destined for the dump

The attire will be glitzy, the setting glamorous - and the food will be…rescued. And it will all be extremely grand. Women at this year's Ladies' Long Lunch... Read More

Craft beer driving new high statistics

We are drinking more beer. And we are drinking more high-strength beer. Nigel Gregory of the Brew Bar on The Strand and Croucher Brewery says enthusiasts embracing... Read More

Brand envy of kiwifruit growers

The Zespri brand and the Single Point of Entry status of marketing company Zespri International underpin the strength of the New Zealand kiwifruit industry, says... Read More

Heavy rain to drench the Bay

Heavy rain is being forecast to lash the Bay of Plenty tomorrow. The MetService has issued a severe weather watch for heavy rain expected to belt the North Island,... Read More