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$10k in two weeks: Kiwi kayaker's race to reach world champs
Snook is one of only a few Kiwis hoping to compete at the world champs.
Hospital not aware of 'gang fight' but Bridges sticking to his story
Bridges claimed "patched gang members had taken over the entrance" to hospital.
Bay of Plenty, Taupō tickets big Lotto winners this weekend
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'Chainsaw gun', fake firearm: People in costume spark police, AOS callouts
"This is not the first time something like this has happened" - Armageddon organiser.
Three Waters reform the 'only solution', say some in Bay
But a 'one-size-fits-all approach won't necessarily meet specific needs of our community'.
Demand for market gardeners growing
Grow-your-own food and marketing gardening is growing in momentum.
Dawn Picken: Bracing myself for an empty nest
OPINION: You know you've raised an independent soul if they flee the nest.
Four vehicle crash on Maunganui Rd
There has been a four-vehicle collision on Maunganui Rd.
'Frustrated' Bay transport leaders hit out at TNL defunding
Residents 'thought it was a done deal', a councillor and 48-year Te Puna resident says.
Weaving living history on Mauao: 80-100yo oaks to go so stream can flow again
The area will be replanted with harakeke varieties unique to the area and used for weaving
Police seek witnesses: Did you see anything?
Police received multiple reports of traffic offending.
Jo Raphael: Stench of racism in the air
OPINION: It's time to call out the racists and educate them about their ignorance.
Ending period poverty: Free product roll out in BOP schools
'You just need them, it is like having toilet paper'.
Local Focus: Baypark prepares for Armageddon
Look out for these locals at the Armageddon expo. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Traffic jam after car and logging truck crash on Takitimu Drive
Eastbound lanes blocked, westbound lanes also slow.
Large trees to be felled to restore Mauao waterway
Cultural compass to become new touchstone at Mauao summit.
Pet food company accused of 'foul' odours seeks 20-year consent
But the company says it still plans to leave Mount Maunganui.
'Stressed and struggling': Young Tauranga nurses say they are burning out fast
Hundreds of people took to the streets of Tauranga for the strike.
BOP's newest rescue helicopter takes flight
The Bay of Plenty's newest rapid-response rescue helicopter has flown its first mission.
Short burst of seismic activity detected at Whakaari/White Island
A short, volcanic tremor was detected at Whakaari/White Island at 4am on June 1.
Trapped motorist cut free from crashed vehicle
One person has been cut from a vehicle after going off-road in Athenree Gorge.
'Anti-social' driving: Police impound vehicles after complaints
BOP police impound six vehicles after complaints made on Saturday night.
Luke Kirkness: This is not the time to delay SH2 roadworks
Opinion: Some things can wait, other's can't ... or at the least, they shouldn't.
Trial set for man accused of murder and disfiguring
A Bay of Plenty man will defend murder and disfiguring charges at his trial in November.
'Embarrassing' and 'disgusting': Kura kicks up a stink over pipeline pong
Inquiry into whether more preventions are needed due to wastewater overflow continues.
Dash of Lime: Mount Maunganui's best e-scooter food tour
Eating on the run gets a whole new meaning in the Bay of Plenty.
Axed road projects: 'Where's the analysis?'
Opinion: Traffic delays are bad for liveability and productivity, but also for emissions.
Kelly Makiha: Wait a second, could things be going well?
OPINION: Could we be seeing a turning of the tide?
Matariki Magic: Fun for all in celebration
There is a range of events on throughout Tauranga to enjoy and celebrate this Matariki.
Retailers' 'frantic' holiday weekend shows good signs post-Covid
Visitation numbers and an increased average spend are all good signs, say retailers.
Job perks on offer as market heats up
Employers are offering more perks to get skilled workers.
Letters: It isn't wrong to want the same advantages
OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
Jo Raphael: We're a humble lot but we should be proud
OPINION: Our Queen's Birthday Honours recipients deserve to be proud.