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Steamers ‘did us proud’ despite NPC loss to Wellington
Close, but so far away after the Steamers push the Lions to extra time in the NPC final.

Watch: 'Pricks' – Mike King posts expletive-laden rant after bike stolen during cycling tour
King has posted an image of the alleged thief online.

Tauranga marine precinct sale ‘unconscionable’, meeting told
The sale of Tauranga's marine precinct for $13.9m has angered fishing businesses.

Best bangers! Bay snarlers snare top sausage gongs
Butchers from the Bay of Plenty region were among the best.

Mother's Nightmare: Massive waterslide on water open for business
Colossal waterslide one of new features at attraction.

Standing on the shoulders of giants
75 Squadron reunites two decades after disbanding.

'If they cut me open, I’d be blue and gold inside': Historic day for Steamers fans
BOP Steamers face Wellington at Sky Stadium at 3.05pm on October 26 for NPC final

Labour Weekend BBQ tips: How to achieve slow cook perfection
The founding father of American-style barbecue in NZ gives tips.

Fires, crashes and stuck budgies: Brigade to share stories at 25th celebration
Greerton volunteer firefighters have done it all in their brigade’s 25 years of service.

Letters to the editor: Can we afford a stadium?
OPINION: Our readers have their say.

Uncle told niece 'you want this' after he raped her in a motel
He went on to sexually assault another niece, leaving both women traumatised.

Man to run first marathon - blindfolded
Justin Weston is set to run the Barfoot & Thompson Auckland Marathon.

Pawprint launches petition to ban fireworks sales
Pawprint petition launched to ban fireworks, protecting animals from distress

'Hopefully we can get it done': Steamers captain prepares for NPC final
Ahead of the NPC final, Steamers captain Kurt Eklund shared his rugby journey.

'I was begging them': Man with broken neck went home fed up after ED wait
"They just didn't take my concerns seriously," Urlich reflects on his ordeal.

Houses and jobs: Major new project to build 300 homes
At least 307 new dwellings are expected to be built on the land.

More Māori getting on property ladder on Māori land
'Any solutions to combat the housing crisis were welcome.'

Council to review controversial road closure on 7th Ave
The council will look at options for 7th Ave, which became a cul-de-sac last May.

'Something out of CSI Miami': Lawyer says man accused of murder wasn't even there
Hamiora Bennett is one of nine people, mostly Mongrel Mob members, accused of murder.

Several candidates lag on financial returns after Tauranga election
Several candidates still have not filed their expenses and donation returns.

Supermarket closure 'unbelievable', 'devastating' says shoppers
Woolworths NZ says the final day is yet to be finalised.

Mark Lister: Analysts predict brighter future for shares amid easing rates
OPINION: For these past four years New Zealand has been an underperformer.

Electric atmosphere helps Bay of Plenty Steamers progress
A sea of yellow and blue went ecstatic at the final whistle.

'I’ve just signed my life away to that woman': Partner's plea for help after changing will
The alterations, made when he had dementia, meant less went to his three daughters.

Mike King brings message of hope for Tauranga youth
Mike King's Ride for Hope is happening in Tauranga on Saturday, October 27.

Mix of verdicts in Tauranga rape trial for RSE workers
But a second man was acquitted of raping her at the end of the 2020 picking season.

'Big impact': What the return of cruise ships means for Tauranga
Local leaders welcome the economic prospects as the cruise season's first ship arrives.

Twinkling lights and festive nights! Christmas Lights Trail entries open
Entries are now open for 2024’s Tremains Christmas Lights Trail.

Steamers v Canterbury: Activities at today's event
Excitement builds at Tauranga Domain as Bay of Plenty prepare to face Canterbury.