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Physio loses registration after tribunal

A woman who was massaged by a shirtless physio says she regretted not coming forward earlier after hearing about his conduct towards another female client. 'I've... Read More

International Series: Riders set for Taupō opener

In less than two weeks, the flag drops on a massive month of high-class racing action when the Suzuki International Series blasts off. Competition organiser... Read More

Dead horse among debris under Whakatāne Bridge

Warning: This story contains an image of a dead horse. A dead horse is among the debris stuck up against the Whakatāne River Bridge piers after last week's... Read More

One Love music festival cancels 2026 show

Tauranga's One Love music festival has decided to cancel its 2026 edition, pointing towards what it calls 'several challenging situations”. The... Read More

Kawerau woman claims final $18.3m Powerball prize

A Kawerau woman has recounted the moment she circled the numbers on her Lotto ticket and realised she had won a share of $55 million in last Saturday's must-be-won... Read More

SH33 reopens after truck crash near Okere Falls

State Highway 33 in the Bay of Plenty is now open. The road was closed earlier following a two-vehicle crash, involving a truck, near Okere Bridge about 8.40am,... Read More

Surf lifesaving’s elite return to home arena

Mount Main Beach is set to host a fast-paced, world-class international lifesaving sport competition this week. The 2025 International Surf Rescue Challenge... Read More

Police probe alleged fraud targeting charity

A national children's health charity has publicly distanced itself from an event claiming to be raising money for them, and police are now investigating after... Read More

Greerton gym rallies foodbank collections

Personal trainer Louise Watson has built a reputation for helping others and pushing them to their limits - but at Christmas, she's pushing for something... Read More

Young road patrollers lead safety push

Around 1000 primary and intermediate students take to the Mount Maunganui streets for the annual Traffic Management NZ Orange Walk on Thursday, November... Read More

Whakaari ash plume cancels Tauranga flights

More than a dozen flights to and from Tauranga have been cancelled on Tuesday due to volcanic ash from Whakaari - White Island. GeoNet has the volcano... Read More

Rotorua woman to tackle 30km ride after transplant

She couldn't blow out the candles on her 50th birthday cake. Now, with a stranger's lungs in her chest, Kath Cross is gearing up to ride 30 kilometres in... Read More