Watch: Govt spends 'much-needed' $63m to keep Surf Life Saving and Coastguard running
Prime Minister Chris Luxon was joined by Transport Minister Simeon Brown.
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Waihī Beach house destroyed by early morning fire
A fire investigator is heading to the scene this morning.
Tauranga Boys’ College board apologises, refunds ex-student $1k after Ombudsman's OIA ruling
The former student requested information relating to a teacher who propositioned him.
Boxing botch-up: Kiwi ring announcer to retire following backlash
The boxing community is up in arms over wrong winner announcement.
Police allege man who ran into harbour was evading arrest
The man has since been taken to hospital in a serious condition.
'A tracking machine': Formidable partnership ends for policing pair
“We caught people I didn’t think we would ever catch.”
Opinion: Sam Cane deserved better from New Zealand’s rugby media
OPINION: The former captain had to endure more criticism than most.
Had depression? Get headaches? Job-hunter 'gobsmacked' by 'invasive' application
The firm says the questions provide relevant information. Applicants don't have to answer.
Caution urged after truck rolls on SH2
Section of SH2 will require temporary full closure to enable vehicle recovery.
Big Lotto win for Taupō, BoP towns in the money
Powerball was not struck and has rolled over to Saturday night.
Special maimai a winner for hunters who use wheelchairs
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Matariki: Star gazing in Katikati
The dawn service will be a chance to discover the significance of Matariki.
'Touchy' subject of cats is the big problem for backyard conservation
One way to help endangered native species is to keep cats indoors at night.
Songs to heal scars next up for folk club
Last year’s We Mavericks concert in Katikati was a sellout.
'I’m just stunned': Council concerned residents don’t know where to go in tsunami alert
Many submissions mentioned 2021 tsunami alert that resulted in jammed streets.
Western Bay of Plenty: Have your say at community events
Consultation on the LTP opens on Friday
Teen accused of stabbing girl at Bayfair enters plea in Youth Court
The incident left the victim with deep cuts to her abdomen.
Editorial: Sam Cane was an admirable servant of the All Blacks
OPINION: He threw himself earnestly into the role of the All Blacks captain.
Te Puke Fire Brigade: A reminder about rural property access
If the brigade can't get to you, they can't help you.
Hospice relies on community generosity during awareness week
Hospice is about life, not just death, CEO says.
Cracks appear in new $7m coastal pathway
Construction of the 4m-wide path began in April 2023 and it opened in December.
Feedback sought on Western Bay issues
Council staff will be at various events to hear from the public on seven key issues.
Local aids Brazil floods: 'It’s heartbreaking'
A Tauranga local who grew up in Porto Alegre is raising money for the South Brazil floods.
Charges coming for Tauranga boat ramps
The charges will come into effect from July 1.
Waihī Beach new library design up for feedback
Feedback the the new library, service centre and community hub is sought.
'Catastrophic event': Potential toll of a 9.1 Hikurangi fault earthquake
NZ's top science minds have gathered at Te Papa to discuss the latest disaster risk.
Te Puke Sports hand Te Puna first defeat
Grady Forbes and Kase Meyer each scored a brace in Te Puke Sports' win.
Pump it up: New Te Puke track gets thumbs up
The community has lent a hand to create the new bike track.
Tribesman killed by 'hotbox' beating after secretly using gang account, Crown alleges
Five men are standing trial for murder in the High Court at Rotorua.
Sacked council: Who’s running again and why one hasn't had a haircut since 2020
One mayoral candidate says he has 'unfinished business'.
How we got here: Tauranga's first local body election in four years
Tauranga City Council is having its first election since 2019 after four years under a commission's governance. Here's a brief history of what happened. Video / Alex Cairns
'Not a popularity contest’: Cane hurt by All Blacks scrutiny, says Foster
The former captain will retire from test rugby after 2024.