Indigenous artists descend on Whareroa Marae for a unique cultural tattoo showcase.

It is expected the water shutdown will be in place overnight as contractors fix problem.

The panel was a mix of seasoned politicians and fresh-faced newbies, all vying for votes.

The amount of glass collected leads to a call for financial incentives to return bottles.

It is blissfully quiet and has the feel of a remote getaway.

If Tauranga is selected, Bay Oval will be used as a training site.

"I went out of business on somebody else's terms and I've vowed never again."

Crash is blocking the northbound lane.

Retail NZ says store owners arming themselves with weapons is a 'bad idea'.

Aline Douglas used to have to bike home to use the toilet. There wasn't one at work.

The crew scrambled to the rescue of three 20-year-olds trapped in a car down a steep bank.

The Greens say Labour is going back on a 2017 promise.

One resident said it was "a good shake".

Councillors leave the chamber for this last time this term - but who will be back?

Operation Tohutō was a complete success.

"Two minutes later, or dead," says truckie as he begs drivers to take care on our roads.

Salaries up for workers and new accommodation aimed at securing them comfortably

Waste Management is proposing to service the district from two bases.

We Will Rock You is Tauranga Musical Theatre's latest production.

Change in ownership will mean a change of name for the popular Te Puke pub.

The Whangamata team "continues to run an impressive marina and boatyard operation".

Truffiere's story is more than just getting truffles out of the ground.

Jump in the ring and conquer your fears.

Incentives were a "positive way" of encouraging people to get vaccinated, an expert said.

Waihi Beach Menz Shed has weekly coffee, chat and tinker mornings on Fridays.

Like most people, I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.