Excitement builds at Tauranga Domain as Bay of Plenty prepare to face Canterbury.

The jury got a taste of a classic fairy tale during Kiri Pini's defence closings today.

Tauranga City Council has extended the free outdoor dining period by six months.

Reflecting on the 2004 Shield win, past and present Steamers look ahead to the NPC semi.

'There was a time when I didn’t think I’d see my kids become teenagers.'

The Crown has closed its case in the lengthy murder trial of nine Mongrel Mob members.

"You could say ‘well, go to another pool’, but those are ... very uniquely different."

Two of the alleged vigilantes appear in court for a third time.

Despite the empty homes, the council says it's not a concern.

Emergency services were called to the downed pole on Maleme St around 6.30am.

'Flirtation or clothing doesn't mean consent; assess all evidence,' judge warns jury.

'To connect with others... through performance and art is vital for people’s well-being.'

The Olympic rowing champion says he wants more safety assurances.

Twenty sculptures of kiwi are dotted around Tauranga's city centre.

'I’ve never forgotten where I’ve come from.'

The boardwalk is one of 10 projects to revamp the Tauranga waterfront.

Follow up article on Tauranga Hot Pink Walk for breast cancer

The public is invited to see space exploration technology on show at the UoW.

Petition trying to stop a rainbow pedestrian crossing in Tauranga set to be presented.

It was a “bittersweet” announcement forced by changing festival conditions, promotors say.

She says she's been 'hooked' on triathlons since 1985.

Kids already warned to be on their best behaviour with the Arctic Circle-bound teacher.

An erratic season concludes in Tauranga.

The dad coached his young son and friend to perform sexual acts in front of him.

The race takes in some of Tauranga's most iconic scenery.

After struggling to piece together night's events, woman says she knows she said 'no'.

A vehicle has hit a fence or bank on Te Puke Highway.