Free two-hour parking on chopping block as council considers new on-street parking rates
If approved, the new parking rates will come into effect on December 1.
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Hamurana Rd to remain closed to through traffic overnight
Multiple slips in the area causing delays.
'Ridiculous': Potholes blamed for popped tyres, damaged wheels, injured ankles
One Tauranga man has resorted to filling in 'horrible' potholes himself.
'Equity issue' as some rural patients face six-week wait to see a doctor
"In the next 10 years about 50 per cent of our GPs are set to retire."
Chamber boss: Business owners should care about local elections
Businesses are stuffed without effective local government...it's true
Michele Hunter: I make a point of supporting local, here's why you should too
Opinion: NZ has incredible small businesses offering unique products and services.
SH33 closed from Paengaroa to Okere Falls, SH2 in Pukehina reopens
Waka Kotahi advised driving conditions might be hazardous and to only drive if essential.
Business digest: Kiwifruit award winner, new lifestyle centre, farm awards open
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Contactless popularity explodes: Retailers to save $74m as 'huge' fees swiped
Customers 'love' contactless payment transactions but who is really picking up the tab?
Samantha Motion: It's time to address the orange envelope in the room
OPINION: What do we want from the people we vote for, anyway?
27-hour rainmaker: Slip closes highway, heavy downfall warnings for north
Rain descends on the North Island just in time for the school holidays.
Steamers chasing win to secure home quarter-final
Waikato and Bay of Plenty will meet on the field tomorrow.
Subscribers weigh in on non-funding of cystic fibrosis treatment
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Sex, betrayal and dysfunction: What really goes on behind a sex therapist's walls
Sex is "the play of adults" and shouldn't go to the bottom of the priority list.
Mark Lister: What a time to be a central banker
There's an awful lot for Governor Adrian Orr and his colleagues to consider.
SH35 between Maraenui and Omaio still closed, unlikely to reopen today
Waka Kotahi contractors are working tirelessly to clear multiple slips.
Pothole claims: Drivers seek more than $4000 in compo for car damages
Drivers made claims after hitting potholes and damaging their tyres and exhausts.
'I want his name to be spoken': Parents raise funds for Lifeline after losing son
Ethan Broomhead, aged 18, died six years ago on August 31.
Bay of Plenty iwi to vote on $100m Crown settlement
An initial settlement offer of $40 million was rejected 26 years ago.
'Cruel and heartless': $52k annual tax on 'miracle drug' slammed
'We will do anything to keep our boy alive but ... detest having to pay tax to do so.'
State highway chaos: 'Massive' pothole takes out convoy of cars
Bay of Plenty police blamed poor road conditions and issued a warning.
Rain brings play to a halt during second round of Carrus Tauranga Open
The competition will resume tomorrow.
'Great experience and mana': New District Commander starts in the Bay of Plenty
Superintendent Tim Anderson has outlined his key priorities.
Picnic tables and a gym: New pop-up park in Gate Pā
There are also free one-hour fitness sessions on offer.
'Inadequate': Pathlab temporarily closes two clinics in the Bay
The disruption is likely to continue for the rest of the year.
'Very special': Tennis teen looking forward to playing in front of home crowd
The EVES Open – World Tennis Tour: Tauranga will be held from December 18-24.
Police release update on Rotorua homicide, ask for dashcam footage
Korrey Whyman was shot and killed early last Sunday.
Micheal Bell to perform his favourite pieces
Michael Bell. Organist, pianist, and composer will perform his favourite pieces.
Cabin stolen from Tauranga property - police
Police hope to recover the cabin and return it to its owner.
'Rest in power': Tributes flow after popular Kiwi DJ dies from brain bleed
Friends, family and fans are mourning the loss of the Kiwi drum and bass pioneer.
Therapy can be fun: Art therapists share tips and tricks for looking after your mental health
"We use metaphors but it's all about the meaning behind the picture."
Fishing season has kicked off
Fishing is recognised internationally for its positive impact on mental health.
Full of beans: Jeremy's back selling coffee at Tauranga Hospital
The 48-year-old was asked to leave the hospital grounds in late January.