Latest from Tauranga
Compliance concern: Growers oppose proposed geothermal water regulations
The draft plan affects water used for irrigation and frost protection.
Fresh weather warnings issued for BoP
Up to 180mm of rain is expected in areas east of Whakatāne.
'Not much': $7200 fine for landlords breaching healthy homes standards too low
'Purpose not to deliver healthy homes but to set minimum standards for habitability.'
What’s the market mood at the midpoint?
OPINON: It has been a big six months and there's plenty more to come.
'It's still not enough': Two-income families seeking help from community centres
Families at Merivale's Kai Day rose from 50 to 167 in a year.
Takitimu House leader Annamarie Angus steps down after 11 years
She said her vision was to always ensure humanity came first.
'Free spirit': Artist who paints using his mouth is flying high
The former dairy farmer turned to art after a rugby accident put him in a wheelchair.
Road changes stoking confusion on Cameron Rd, businesses say
'No one wants to go near Cameron Rd,' says one operator.
Man remanded in custody after alleged road-rage knife incident
A man was arrested for alleged road rage in Tauranga last month.
'Scaring me': Heavy rain brings flooding
'My whole back section’s flooded, it’s coming up to my back door step.'
Former MP Brendan Horan aims for Whakatāne council seat
He was a list MP for NZ First and cleared of allegations in 2016.
Greerton's Cherry Blossom Festival axed after nearly 20 years
The festival started in 2007 to celebrate spring and the cherry blossoms.
$6.1m new bridge opens after 2023 washout
The 30m-long bridge replaces a temporary Bailey bridge in place since March 2023.
Robyn Malcolm, Toni Street, Kiri Nathan and Cassie Roma share defining moments
They were keynote speakers at this year's Business Women’s Network Speaker Series.
'I’ve got kids .. a career and a mortgage': How this woman beat cancer twice
Her first diagnosis at age 15 inspired a career in radiation therapy.
Cirque Bon Bon bringing spectacle to Tauranga
The show features circus, dance and comedy, and is suitable for all ages.
Rates hike approved amid protest: How much more you'll pay
About 60 people protested the increase, calling for a 0% rates rise.
Glamorous charity lunch raises $26k for rescue helicopter service
Bryce McFall shared his rescue story at the Sisters & Co event.
Family pays tribute after author Patricia Brooks dies in Australia
'She was always a great one for just doing what she could to brighten people’s days.'
Crash on Tauranga Eastern Link leaves one critically injured
Emergency services were called to the two-vehicle crash around 9.50am.
Feral goats' days numbered in 'unique' conservation park
An eradication programme has won a $750,000 government grant to get it started.
'Biggest summer of cricket' shapes up for Bay Oval
Seven internationals are scheduled for the upcoming season.
From music to markets: Top events in the Bay of Plenty this season
From Tauranga to Rotorua, discover upcoming events in the Bay of Plenty region.
Indigenous exchange planned as Mike Bush becomes Victoria's police chief
In a first, iwi dignitaries will travel to Melbourne to 'pass' Bush to Aboriginal people.
'Unique opportunity': Live demonstrations of waka carving, lashing
Master carvers will demonstrate daily from 10am to 4pm until June 29.
'Simply irresponsible': Fee hikes increase the cost of dying
Funeral directors are upset about new charges, with costs to be passed to clients.
'A city that’s growing up': New $45m council building unveiled
What MPs, locals and surrounding businesses think of it.