'They said it felt like the end of the world': Stories from Tonga trickle out
After days of no communication, loved ones have finally heard from those in Tonga.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromTauranga
Shockwave of Tongan eruption recorded in Tauranga Harbour
Evidence of tsunami waves was also recorded in the Bay.
From the CEOs: What's in store for businesses in 2022
"We will see how personal matters impact work performance and vice versa" - Matt Cowley.
Letters: Land decision an extremely important moment in Tauranga's history
Our readers have their say.
Big weekend of events set to bring $700k economic boost
Even with Omicron looming, a public health expert says this weekend's risk is 'very small'
Farmers 'a bit desperate' as big dry hits, experts warn of more droughts
With no rain and warm weather farmers 'have their minds in dry mode'.
Council pools, libraries will require vax pass in red
The PM has said NZ will move to red within 24-48 hours of Omicron being in the community
Man appears in court charged with murder of David Kuka
David Kuka was murdered at his Pyes Pa address almost four years ago.
'Big relief': How students fared at last year's exams
Bay students are feeling mixed emotions after NCEA results went live on Thursday.
'Heinous, sick, twisted': Family harm reports rise, violence 'more blatant'
The number of callouts have increased over the past five years.
'Grind businesses to a halt': NZ will move to red if Omicron breaks out
New Zealand will move to the red traffic light setting once Omicron enters the community.
David Kuka case: Second man charged in execution-style murder
Nearly four years after David Kuka's death, a second man has been charged with murder
Luke Kirkness: The tough decision facing the Govt today
OPINION: Will the Omicron threat burst the dreams of a green traffic light setting?
Timeless: Tauranga identity Don 'Tick-Tock' Stewart farewelled
Stewart's horology career began after riding a bike off the wharf and drowning his watch.
Pig farmer who reclaimed land to build his own harbourside 'park' back in court
The man wanted to build an area for his family 'similar to Memorial Park'.
'Really relieved': 11yo who caught Covid-19 happy to get vaccinated
Shakyra Bachop-Mauger got vaccinated at Life Pharmacy in Bayfair on Tuesday.
Vent temp and gas output decrease at Whakaari/White Island
Data was collated during an observation flight to the volcano last week.
Lending rules a challenge as Tauranga median house price up another $10k
REINZ: Tauranga's median house price climbed 1 per cent to $1,010,000
Farmers 'racial profiling' incident: Teen's whānau heading to mediation
A Rotorua whānau are just awaiting a mediation date over their grievance.
'Surreal': Tauranga vanilla company with Tonga ties fears for community
The company has already donated $25k to go towards recovery.
Alternate day sprinkler ban across the Western Bay of Plenty
Odd-numbered houses can only use sprinklers on odd numbered days.
Eruption in Tonga: Families 'helpless' after losing contact with loved ones
The "waves were coming" was the last thing a Tongan man heard from his mum.
'Good thing' or 'get rid of them'?: Future of Lime e-scooters in Tauranga to be decided
After a year-long trial, Lime's future in Tauranga will be decided by the city council.
Parents rush to get their 5 to 11-year-olds vaccinated
One child said getting the vaccine felt like a bee sting.
Tauranga records fourth hottest January temp, beaches still too dangerous to swim
The big waves are a combination of Cyclone Cody and the Tonga volcano eruption.
'We are so quiet nowadays': Hopes for a move to green traffic light setting
One cafe says it is serving just four or five customers per day.
'We not just survived but we thrived': Bay retail winners of New Year period
Bay of Plenty retail spending hit $57.6 million this holiday period, Worldline reports.
'Do not go into the water at all': Lifeguards on high alert after eruption
Beaches have been closed and multiple warnings issued, but people are swimming anyway.
Rob Rattenbury: Our waterways are beautiful but deadly
Opinion: Perhaps the state can take a big step towards reducing NZ's water-death toll.
'Significant sea swells': Mount Maunganui beach, Moturiki Island closed
"This closure is to ensure public safety."
Cyclone Cody, Tonga eruption: Metservice and Civil Defence warning extended in Bay
The Mauao base track has also been closed due to "strong and unpredictable surges"
'Kiwi hero': Former cop joins Thailand's fight against human trafficking
The former detective explains why the heartbreak of his role is worth it.
'Incredibly frustrating': Almost 40 drivers flout cellphone ban each month
Mobile phone use while driving in Tauranga and Western Bay shows no signs of slowing down.
Reserves gone: Tauranga households owe $48m as Covid and rising living costs have impact
But banks say the average credit card and personal loan balances are down.