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Internship model connects talent with industry

A partnership between Techlam and Scion, a forestry research institute, has unlocked innovation in timber products through a unique international collaboration. Techlam,... Read More

Kofoid wins Baypark midget car thriller

Young California racer Michael `Buddy' Kofoid clinched back-to-back wins in the annual 30-lap international Midget Car feature at Baypark Speedway on Saturday... Read More

Police disappointed with high holiday road toll

Police and other emergency services throughout New Zealand have attended eight fatal crashes so far, where nine people have lost their lives. Police have... Read More

App gives fishing rules at your fingertips

If you're fishing or planning to drop a line in the ocean during the festive season, the best gift you can give yourself is the free NZ Fishing Rules mobile... Read More

Picking up poo to work with penguins

The word council brings to mind mayors and councillors however, there are many more faces behind the scenes of our councils doing amazing mahi. Local Democracy... Read More

Investing in cutting-edge innovation upgrade

Scion has unveiled a $3.6 million upgrade to a key piece of advanced technology, to fill a critical science gap and better support the innovation needed to grow... Read More

Landlord's over-zealous gardening costs him $1120

A landlord who describes himself as "quite passionate" about lawn and garden maintenance has been told to pay $864.30 to his tenants because his gardening disturbed... Read More

Life after being hit by a car in a restaurant

When Rotorua's Sian Habgood has a rare opportunity to go out for a meal with her husband, she carefully picks where they sit. Tables by windows are out... Read More

Travellers reflect on life in the BoP

Four international travellers chose Aotearoa to work and live for one year. The Bay of Plenty Times talks to three European graduates and a surfboard shaper... Read More

Hiker rescued from Wairere Falls

Police are reminding outdoor enthusiasts how to keep safe when out hiking the trails this summer, following a rescue at Wairere Falls near Matamata. A hiker... Read More

Bike pros influence Crankworx track changes

Leading up to the Rotorua leg of the 2025 Crankworx World Tour in March, three local mountain biking champions shared their thoughts on changes to the downhill... Read More

Lithium-ion battery fires double in four years

Fire and Emergency are warning people to be mindful of the products they purchase over the summer period with lithium batteries after the number of fires has... Read More