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Endangered turtle inspires international research

Experts from the United States, Australia and Aotearoa are taking flight from Whakatāne to learn more about critically endangered leatherback turtles. Their... Read More

Family devastated by vicarage fire

'In our tiredness, and overwhelm, we are thankful for all the support,” say a Katikati family whose home was recently destroyed by a fire. The Macfarlane... Read More

Fogden targets home win in NZ 4x4 national series

Te Puke's Nathan Fogden is hoping for a change in fortunes for his home round of the NZ 4x4 national trial series on Sunday. The Bay of Plenty Four Wheel... Read More

'Step backwards': MP's voting rights bill opposed

Tauranga MP Sam Uffindell's proposed equal voting rights bill ignores that Māori still face political disadvantages, iwi group leaders say. Uffindell said... Read More

Online safety fears: 'It's worrying for people'

Most New Zealanders feel concerned about the safety of children online, according to a new survey. Inappropriate content and misinformation top the list of... Read More

Older Kiwis cutting back on food to save money

Older New Zealanders are cutting back on food to pay the bills, with advocates saying some are making frozen meals last three days or skipping meals entirely. Pre... Read More

Economy crawls out of recession, as GDP grows 0.7%

The economy has rebounded more strongly than expected out of the recession on the back of improved agricultural production and tourism spending. Stats NZ... Read More

Near-fatal crash inspired mission to give back

Blake Jones was in a serious motorbike crash last year and has made a full recovery. Jones has signed up to ride for the NZ Spinal Trust team in the Tour... Read More

Tauranga Runner takes on London Marathon

Corban Buxton will represent Tauranga on the world stage, running the TCS London Marathon to raise funds for life-changing medical care for children. On 27... Read More

Historic site set for major restoration

A significant city centre historic site is set to be restored in a project Tauranga City Council says will ensure 'long-term preservation and improve public... Read More

Tarawera Sewerage Scheme becomes priority in court

An Environment Court judge says a decision on the paused Tarawera Sewerage Scheme will be a priority following a hearing today. The Rotorua Lakes Council... Read More

High schooler by day, record breaker by night

The father of New Zealand's middle-distance prodigy Sam Ruthe says it's a fine balance for the teenager to live a normal Kiwi life while chasing world... Read More