'Bloody ridiculous': Veteran truckie tells of drivers using laptops, maps behind wheel
Fines for using mobile phones while driving have soared in the past six months.
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Armed police presence in rural area near Tauranga
Plainclothed police staff with vests on could be seen walking up a rural driveway.
'Sun on the horizon' - Thunderstorms and rain to end the week before finer days are upon us
The better weather is expected to last through to at least the middle of the month.
'Amazing tenancy demand': Build costs and interest rates hit $200m sold-out Tauranga development
'If we see a drop in interest rates next year then I think it will start to stimulate.'
Te Puke football club celebrate milestone
The club was formed in 1953 by the late Ron Peake.
'Legal and financial minefield': How blended families can avoid inheritance battles
Every family is unique but blended families have some more complications.
Emotional haka as council votes for Māori wards
The council just became the 10th local authority in Waikato to establish the seats.
'Major failure': Whakaari owners found guilty of one charge relating to fatal eruption
The December 2019 eruption killed 22 people.
Letters to the editor: Removing car parks is sheer insanity
OPINION: Our readers have their say.
'Significant disruption': Road to close for three months in $655m project
'There will be an inevitable impact for people who travel through this area.'
Funeral firm owed $150,000 in families’ unpaid bills
Simplicity has listed deceased individuals with unpaid bills on social media.
Volunteer manager wears many hats
Volunteer Managers' Day celebrates managers who help others to help.
Gold clam: Lake Ōkataina closure extended
The lake was initially closed at the beginning of October.
Tauranga commissioners appointment prompts apology from 'misleading' Govt dept
Internal Affairs said it didn't hold the information requested. The Ombudsman said it did.
Two stages, 50+ artists, One Love '24 to be the biggest yet
Five new international acts and 20 Kiwi artists have just been added to the line-up.
‘Not out of the woods yet’: Conserve water notice as ex-cyclone Lola sweeps North Island
Today is expected to bring another round of thunderstorms and strong winds.
Wild weather: Tree falls on house, Coromandel town residents asked to conserve water
Emergency services were called just before 8.20pm.
Tauranga artist: Colour and crosses
Katikati’s Carlton Gallery regularly changes its feature artists.
SH2 Tauranga to Katikati: Roundabout number three finish date in sight
Lockington/Matahui Rd roundabout should be finished before the end of the year.
The Great NZ Road Trip: 9 Questions With... Sir Ian Taylor
'Nothing can make you happier than unconditional love.'
The ‘broken-down sheep farmer’ who became a radio star: 'Pressure valve has been released'
Election result has seen sentiment in the rural sector quickly change, says broadcaster.
'Shock factor': Teacher-turned-makeup artist shares her Halloween horrors
'I've always just loved creepy things.'
'Expect the unexpected' - North Island highways flooded, Auckland cruise ship delayed by storm
Forecasters are warning that rain is expected to last until late Tuesday.
'Don't go out if you don't have to': Weather warning as Coromandel hit
Strong easterlies expected to remain overnight.
Speed limit review for Western Bay
Suggested lower speed limits for rural roads, around schools and town centres.
'Foxy' on home turf for fundraiser
The Fox Fishing & Golf Festival returns for its fourth edition.
Te Puke comfortably beat Tauranga Boys' College
The Tauranga team rued their decision to bat first in the Bay of Plenty Cup cricket clash.
Local athletes grapple and win top spots
Katikati jiu-jitsu club on the podium at nationals.
A weekend of garden appreciation
Katikati Rotary Garden Ramble is a two-day event visiting local gardens.
Public to get say on controversial 130-home Pongakawa development
The Western Bay of Plenty development is one step closer, despite opposition.
Waihī Beach clean pods prove popular
Waihi Beach locals are supporting the new beach clean pods.
Wild weather: Roads closed with over 100mm of rain, 130km/h wind gusts
Several places across the top of the North Island have recorded over 100mm of rain.
Owner appeals menacing ruling after 'anxious' dog bites Facebook buyer
The owner says her dog did not have a history of aggression before the incident.